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Master Modern Metal Guitar: Chugs, Tapping, and More!

Thumbnail of Brendon K PadjasekBy Brendon K Padjasek
Electric Guitar

Mastering Modern Metal Guitar Techniques

Chugging

Develop a powerful and rhythmic chugging technique by focusing on downstrokes and consistent palm muting. Experiment with different picking angles and dynamics to create variations in your sound.

Hammer-ons & Pull-offs

Master hammer-ons and pull-offs for fluid transitions between notes. Practice smooth and controlled movements to achieve a clean and precise sound. Focus on accuracy and speed.

Tapping

Learn the basics of tapping, using your fretting hand to tap notes on the fretboard. Start with simple patterns and gradually increase the complexity. Develop speed and accuracy.

String Skipping

Expand your playing by incorporating string skipping techniques. Practice precise picking and finger placement to achieve clean and controlled skips between strings.

Pinch Harmonics

Add a unique and aggressive edge to your playing with pinch harmonics. Experiment with different picking techniques and hand positions to achieve a wide range of sounds.

Palm Muting

Master palm muting to create a thick and percussive tone. Experiment with different muting techniques to achieve variations in the sound.

  • Technique

    chugging, hammer-on, tapping, string skipping, pinch harmonics, palm muting

  • Musical Theory

    chord structure

  • Style

    metalcore, djent, deathcore

  • Duration

    11:27 min

  • Views

    56404

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