This lesson introduces the essential right-hand technique behind modern metal guitar: downpicking. You’ll learn how pick angle, motion, and palm muting shape tone and rhythm, along with using rest strokes to build control and consistency. The lesson focuses on developing tight, powerful muted and unmuted downpicking across the strings, forming the foundation for aggressive metal rhythm playing.
Picking Hand Fundamentals
Develop precise downpicking, alternate picking, and string crossing while mastering essential metal chord shapes.
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Fretting Hand Fundamentals
Develop fretting hand strength, independence, and coordination through proper positioning, legato technique, and essential metal patterns.
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Intermediate/Advanced Picking Techniques
Explore advanced picking: trotting, drum-inspired patterns, tremolo, and articulation. Focus on speed, precision, and control at high tempos.
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Intermediate/Advanced Fretting Techniques
Master advanced fretting techniques: trills, stretches, tapping, and sweep picking for fluid, wide-interval playing.
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Composition Techniques in Metal
Apply technique to composition: navigate odd meters, transposition, and harmonization while building effective practice habits. Turn skills into cohesive riffs, leads, and complete metal compositions.
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