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Jun 20 2011, 10:45 AM |
I agree, it's a smart tip!
I also agree as you become good at something it might just come naturally and you tend to overlook the small things you start taking for granted (this can be harder for learners to follow). You might not even be aware your doing it. Analysising the bend closely, I tend to be doing the same but never really noticed. Finger strength helps a lot with bends, but there's lots and tips and tricks also... Thumb position moves to the top of the neck slightly hooking over if you need more leavage. My fingers are slightly curled but fixed in position when just starting the bend. Like you said, rotating the wrist gives a more even, smoother and stronger control of the bend. You can also use multiple fingers when available, like the index and second finger backing up the third. Only if needed after that do I stretch the fingers slightly more for full bends. Ensure the strings line up and never jump under each other. Like you said again it's all in finding the correct pressure. I think it's just as important learning to reverse it in the same way at the same speed and control as you release the bend. Glad to see others sharing their tips -------------------- Play Games Arcade Take a break, Play Games! Play the best free online flash games at Aaron's Game Zone like Bloons Tower Defense 4! |
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Jun 21 2011, 11:46 AM |
Very good tip mate, bending is indeed about relaxing the wrist, although I don't really feel that bending is all about wrist motion, it's more of an rotary elbow motion. In fact, wrist is doing little to no movement.
There are other ways to do a vibrato as well, which involves horizontal and vertical movements, or combination of all three techniques. It's all good, as long as it sounds good Regarding firmer grip on the strings, the fingers need to be stiff in order for bend to be successful. How stiff, it depends on the gauge of the string and other factors. -------------------- - Ivan's Video Chat Lesson Notes HERE
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