What is a F#7sus4 Chord?

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F#7sus4

F#7sus4 7 Suspended 4th

String-by-String

E
2
A
4
D
2
G
4
B
2
e
2

F#7sus4 7 Suspended 4th is a 7sus4 chord with the root F#, perfect fourth B, perfect fifth C#, and minor seventh E. It combines suspension with dominant tension, common in gospel and rock.

Intervals

RootPerfect 4thPerfect 5thMinor 7th

Notes

F#BC#E

Why does F#7sus4 sound open and gospel-like?

The F#7sus4 7 Suspended 4th chord gets its open and gospel-like character from the combination of its root, perfect 4th, perfect 5th, minor 7th. The specific intervals between the notes F#, B, C#, Ecreate the harmonic tension and color that define this chord's unique sonic signature.

How to use F#7sus4?

F#7sus4 is commonly used in progressions across many genres. Try substituting it where you would normally play a standard F# chord for added harmonic interest. It pairs well with other chords in the key of F# and can serve as both a foundation and a color chord depending on the context.