This week, I'm going to share some simple but often ignored pieces of information that can really push the impression you make from just a guitar player, to a fully fledged musician.
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This week, I'm going to share some simple but often ignored pieces of information that can really push the impression you make from just a guitar player, to a fully fledged musician.
3. Be in tune
This may possibly the most obvious tip but you would surprised how many people do not follow it. NEVER EVER trust your ears for tuning when you are playing with or in front of people. You may think you sound perfectly in tune and at the And do not skimp on a cheap one. They usually have little shielding and introduce noise into yourself. rig.
There is no point being in the tune until you solo and then you are out of tune up the neck because your guitar's intonation is shot. Check it Is it the exact same note (only an octave higher)? There are plenty of guides on line that show you how to intonate your guitars, but it is worth getting it done properly (something that even I still do).
This is the effect that some musicians experience (myself included) at various times. This is the same as you do is singing I call pitch pressure. There was one venue in particular that I used to play that I would swear my guitar was sharp compared to everyone else. But when I was tune, I was perfectly set. It was just that my ears were not hearing the true frequency spread.
When you are in tune, you sound good. When you are not, you sound like a looser. It's simple to do so make sure you do.
4. Learn Pinch Harmonics
This sounds so dumb it has to be true. The sudden dynamic shift that is created by the pinch harmonic will grab everyone's attention , and is the sort of thing most people only hear on record. It is instantly associated with being professional, and professional is associated with talent.
It to take a little to get used, but when you nail it sounds fantastic. Keep at it and soon So make sure you can get it right every time before you pull this trick out in front of anyone.
I remember one night in particular, I had fresh strings on and the harmonics were really just popping out with ease. Being in a venue with a great in house PA, the notes would just feedback perfectly for infinite sustain.
That night on stage, I was a god. All because of this one simple trick.
5. Learn One Solo Really Well
And that goes especially for lead guitar. All it takes is one great solo rendition and you will always be thought of as a great guitarist.
Tear to mimic the solo as much as humanly possible. Learn the solo note for note. bends, the vibrato, the feel and mood. Learn it so well you can play it without thinking.
Then let it rip.
And if you listen carefully, after the fast descending run towards the end you can just hear the crowd in the background cheer. That is the greatest feeling in the world.
And being a good guitarist is all about confidence.
Wrap Up
That concludes my guide on How to Fake Being A Better Guitarist in Five Simple Steps. I hope that you have the tools to at least get some some and hopefully fool the average and not so average Joe you are better than you are. are no substitute for r
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