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Ukulele Asus2 chord diagram

Ukulele Asus2 chord diagram Fingering: 2-4-5-2 Barre at fret 2. Base fret 2.

Asus2 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On Ukulelearn, this chord appears in 1 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play Asus2, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.

To play Asus2, follow these steps: Place index finger on G string and A string fret 2. Place ring finger on C string fret 4. Place pinky on E string fret 5.

Tips

  • Place G string with your index finger and A string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
  • On G string, press fret 2 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
  • Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
  • This chord spans 4 frets; keep your thumb centered for reach.

Chord Theory

Notes
A - B - E
Intervals
1 - 2 - 5
Chord Type
Sus2 — open and suspended
Difficulty
Intermediate
Barre chord
Yes
Voicings
5

Alternative Positions

Different ways to play Asus2 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.

  • Asus2 chord alternative position 1Ukulele Asus2 chord diagram4-4-5-2
  • Asus2 chord alternative position 2Ukulele Asus2 chord diagram4-4-5-7
  • Asus2 chord alternative position 3Ukulele Asus2 chord diagram9-9-7-7

Easy Transition Chords

These chords have similar finger positions to Asus2, making them ideal for practice transitions.

  • 1. Asus2 → Dadd9 chord transition

    To move from Asus2 to Dadd9, follow these steps:

    1. Keep index finger on G string fret 2.
    2. Keep ring finger on C string fret 4.
    3. Lift your pinky from E string fret 5 and place it on A string fret 5.
  • 2. Asus2 → Bm chord transition

    To move from Asus2 to Bm, follow these steps:

    1. While playing Asus2, lift your pinky from E string fret 5.
    2. Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on C string fret 2.
    3. Slide your ring finger from C string fret 4 to G string fret 4.
  • 3. Asus2 → Bm7 chord transition

    To move from Asus2 to Bm7, follow these steps:

    1. While playing Asus2, first lift your ring finger and pinky.
    2. Keep index finger on G string fret 2.
  • 4. Asus2 → Dmaj7 chord transition

    To move from Asus2 to Dmaj7, follow these steps:

    1. While playing Asus2, lift your pinky from E string fret 5.
    2. Keep index finger on G string fret 2.
    3. Lift your ring finger from C string fret 4 and place it on A string fret 4.
  • 5. Asus2 → G#dim | A♭dim chord transition

    To move from Asus2 to G#dim | A♭dim, follow these steps:

    1. Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on C string fret 2.
    2. Slide your ring finger from C string fret 4 to G string fret 4.
    3. Slide your pinky on E string from fret 5 to fret 4.
  • 6. Asus2 → A#m7 | B♭m7 chord transition

    To move from Asus2 to A#m7 | B♭m7, follow these steps:

    1. While playing Asus2, first lift your ring finger and pinky.
    2. Slide your index finger on G string from fret 2 to fret 1.

Most Common Transitions

The most frequent chord transitions from Asus2 across songs on this site.

  • 1. Asus2 → Em chord transition

    To move from Asus2 to Em, follow these steps:

    1. While playing Asus2, lift your pinky from E string fret 5.
    2. Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 2.
    3. Keep ring finger on C string fret 4.
    4. Place middle finger on E string fret 3.

    On Ukulelearn, songs containing Asus2 use the transition to Em at 50%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.

Songs Using Asus2 Chord

Popular songs that feature the Asus2 chord, perfect for practice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Asus2 easy to play on Ukulele?

Ukulele Asus2 is generally intermediate. It spans 4 frets and includes a barre technique. Consistent practice helps the shape feel natural.

What is the easiest way to play Asus2?

There is a simpler alternative for Asus2 on Ukulele. The alternative voicing uses fingering 9-9-7-7. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.

What chords transition well from Asus2 on Ukulele?

Ukulele Asus2 commonly moves to Em and Cmaj7. Based on our catalog data, Asus2 to Em is recorded 1 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 50% of outgoing Asus2 transitions. Asus2 to Cmaj7 is recorded 1 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 50%.

What songs use the Asus2 chord?

The Script - The Man Who Cant Be Moved Ukulele Chords is one of 1 songs that use the Asus2 chord.