A# SUS2 - UKULELE
Bass position 3
Chord composition
| I | II | V |
|---|---|---|
| Root | Major second | Perfect fifth |
| A# | C | F |
ALL ABOUT THE A# SUS2 CHORD
Chord Composition
The A# Sus2 chord is composed of 3 notes :
- A# (Root)
- C (Major second)
- F (Perfect fifth)
These notes form a suspended chord with the second, creating an open and ambiguous sonority.
How to play A# Sus2 on ukulele
The sus2 chord A# Sus2 replaces the third with the major second, creating a neutral and open sonority.
- Neither major nor minor: absence of third, creates tonal ambiguity
- Modern sound: heavily used in alternative rock and indie
- Open strings: sound particularly good with open positions
- Suspension effect: creates an expectation that can resolve to major or minor
The major second (2 semitones) replaces the third, creating an airy and undefined color, perfect for atmospheric ambiences.
Specific techniques
For sus2 chords on ukulele:
- Delay and reverb: amplify the ethereal character of the chord
- Arpeggios: highlight the suspended second
- Rock riffs: sus2-major alternation creates movement
Common uses of A# Sus2
The sus2 chord creates modern ambiences:
- Alternative rock: signature sound of the genre
- Post-rock: atmospheric and floating ambiences
- Modern pop: adds texture and movement
- Dynamic riffs: alternation with major chord
Musical styles
Alternative rock: defines 90s sound.
Indie and modern folk: open and airy ambiences.
Post-rock: atmospheric soundscapes.
Contemporary pop: modern and light texture.