Master Guitar Picking: 5 Exercises to Transform Your Playing
By BERNTH
Mastering Guitar Picking Techniques
Alternate Picking
Alternate picking involves using a down-up-down-up stroke pattern. This is a fundamental technique for building speed and accuracy. Practice slowly and gradually increase your speed as your accuracy improves. Focus on maintaining a consistent rhythm and avoiding tension in your picking hand.
Economy Picking
Economy picking is a more efficient approach where you choose the picking direction that minimizes movement. This technique is particularly useful for playing legato lines and fast passages. It involves using the most efficient picking direction for each note, regardless of whether it's a downstroke or upstroke.
Sweep Picking
Sweep picking involves using a continuous sweeping motion across multiple strings. This technique is often used in arpeggios and fast melodic passages. It requires a smooth, fluid motion and precise timing. Practice slowly and focus on maintaining a consistent sweep across the strings.
Practice Exercises
Regular practice is key to mastering these techniques. Start with simple exercises and gradually increase the complexity and speed. Use a metronome to maintain a consistent tempo and focus on accuracy before speed. There are many online resources and tutorials available to help you find suitable exercises.
Technique
alternate picking,economy picking,sweep picking
Style
metal
Duration
13:20 min
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