The Unison Bend 2
July 6, 2011 No CommentsToday we’re checking out the other main unison bend. The idea is the same as the last and so is the result – screeching guitar awesomeness!
Techniques
The Unison Bend
July 6, 2011 1 CommentIn this lesson we’re going to start looking at more advanced bending techniques, this time it’s the unison bend. This is best way to make your guitar really screech!
The Country Bend
July 6, 2011 No CommentsThis bending riff is one of the classic lead country licks every chicken picker needs to know.
The Blues Bend
July 6, 2011 1 CommentThis signature bend is one of the tastiest around and has been used by the likes of Jimmy Page, David Gilmore, and Chuck Berry. So let’s get started!
Tasty Techniques – Legato
July 8, 2011 No CommentsThe legato technique is a favorite among shredders because it’s one of the easiest ways to play faster. We’ll show you how to get that smooth and easy sound.
Tasty Techniques – Half Step Slide
July 8, 2011 1 CommentSometimes the subtle embellishments are all it takes to make a solo shine. Today we’ve got the half step slide to add that extra bit of cool to your playing.
Tasty Techniques – Half Step Bends
July 8, 2011 2 CommentsWe’re checking out another new technique in this lesson, this time it’s the always smooth half step bend, a favorite among Santana, Gilmour, and others.
Super Rock With Double Stops
July 5, 2011 No CommentsToday we’re leaning about double stops – an easy way to make riffs instantly sound heavy and rockin.
Start Wailing – Intro to Bending
July 5, 2011 No CommentsAt the heart of making your guitar wail is the bend. We’ll show you the proper technique to make bending as easy as possible.
SRV Style Muted Rhythm Technique
August 9, 2011 No CommentsOne of Stevie Ray Vaughn’s signature tricks was muting the strings and strumming them to create a percussive effect. Today, we’ll show you how to create this sound.
Sound Smooth With Hammer Ons/Pull Offs
July 5, 2011 No CommentsWe begin our series with a hammer on and pull off lesson, discussing how to use this technique with the root 6 pentatonic scale, sounding super smooth in the process.
Play Your Guitar Like a Drum
August 4, 2011 No CommentsLearn to play your guitar percussively, adding in thumps, taps, clicks, and harmonics to create a driving rhythm with your playing.
Pedal Tone Bend 2
July 6, 2011 No CommentsHere’s another pedal tone bend, great for playing some tasty lead in all styles!
Pedal Tone Bend 1
July 6, 2011 No CommentsToday we’re looking into the pedal tone bend, similar to a unison bend but instead we play two different notes.
Misses, Ties, and Half Notes
August 3, 2011 3 CommentsWe’ve got a series of new strumming concepts in this lesson including missing, ties, and half notes. If you understand this lesson you’ll be well on your way to strumming mastery!
Make Your Notes Sing With Vibrato
July 5, 2011 No CommentsFor our next technique we’re going to look at vibrato, one of the great tricks behind making your solos sing.
Make Your Axe Squeal With Harmonics
August 11, 2011 1 CommentIt’s time to make your guitar howl like Van Halen! To do this, we’re going to learn about guitar harmonics, one of Eddie’s favorite techniques.
Intro to Arpeggiation
July 4, 2011 No CommentsIn this lesson we’re going to introduce a new technique – Arpeggiation. Play each string of a chord for a soft, delicate feel. We’ll show you how.
How to Use a Capo
August 3, 2011 1 CommentToday we’re going to learn about a nifty device every guitar player should have – the capo. We’ll show you what it is and how to use it!
Hammer Ons and Pull Offs
July 4, 2011 No CommentsToday we’re exploring two brand new techniques – hammer ons and pull offs. These techniques will help you play faster and smoother, so let’s go!