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Bass Guitar Chord & Arpeggio Guide

B Suspended 4th (Sus4) Bass Chord

Master the B sus4 chord on 4, 5, and 6-string bass with fretboard diagrams, interactive BPM looper, and TAB.

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4-String Bass Arpeggio TAB & Notation

G|----1--3--8---|
D|-1------------|
A|--------------|
E|--------------|

Chord Tones & Degree Formula

Chord Tones: B - E - F#

1
B
Interval: +0st
4
E
Interval: +5st
5
F#
Interval: +7st

Interactive Fretboard Chart

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Golden badges mark the root; purple badges show active chord tones.

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B
E
F#
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B
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F#
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F#
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E

Musical Role & Bass Application

Character: Open, floating, and anticipating resolution.

Bass Application: Rock intros, ambient bass drones, and dramatic gospel/pop cadences.

Frequently Asked Questions

What notes are in the B Suspended 4th (Sus4) bass chord?

The chord tones of the B Suspended 4th (Sus4) bass chord are: B - E - F#. The formula is: 1 - 4 - 5.

How do bassists use Suspended 4th (Sus4) chords in basslines?

Open, floating, and anticipating resolution. Rock intros, ambient bass drones, and dramatic gospel/pop cadences.

How can I practice this bass chord across 4, 5, and 6 strings?

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