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GMC Forum _ PRACTICE ROOM _ Normal Harmonics In Marcus Lavendell's Winding Roads Solo

Posted by: Ayen Aug 2 2007, 02:43 AM

While learning the solo to the song, I came across the part where Marcus hits the strings from above, between lessons 4 and 5. I read where it says:

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you just do regular harmonics on the 12th fret on the G- and B-strings

I just can't seem to get the right sound. It sounds bland, and doesn't fade out like in the solo. Has anyone else had any luck with this?

Posted by: FretDancer69 Aug 2 2007, 04:03 AM

QUOTE (Ayen @ Aug 1 2007, 07:43 PM)

While learning the solo to the song, I came across the part where Marcus hits the strings from above, between lessons 4 and 5. I read where it says:
I just can't seem to get the right sound. It sounds bland, and doesn't fade out like in the solo. Has anyone else had any luck with this?

i havent checked that part out. But im very sure he's talking about Natural Harmonics. To perform a natural harmonic, simply play an open string and quickly+slightly touch it with your finger and remove it quickly.

Theoretically speaking, a Natural Harmonic can be done in any fret, but its very dificult. The easiest ones are: 12th fret, 7th fret, 5th fret, 19/20th fret.

Pavel explains Natural and Artificial harmonics even better in his lesson:

Check it out here: http://www.guitarmasterclass.net/rhythm-guitar/artificial-natural-harmonics/index.htm

Posted by: Ayen Aug 2 2007, 06:16 AM

Ah I didnt know you had to remove the finger quickly, and thanks I must've missed that lesson!

Posted by: FretDancer69 Aug 2 2007, 06:23 AM

QUOTE (Ayen @ Aug 1 2007, 11:16 PM)

Ah I didnt know you had to remove the finger quickly, and thanks I must've missed that lesson!

no problem mate. im glad i helped. And dont hesitate to ask more questions!

Posted by: lavendell Aug 2 2007, 08:49 AM

I see that an answer from me is not needed!
Thanks FretDancer69

-Marcus

Posted by: FretDancer69 Aug 2 2007, 09:29 AM

QUOTE (lavendell @ Aug 2 2007, 01:49 AM)

I see that an answer from me is not needed!
Thanks FretDancer69

-Marcus

no problem, i usually not capable of helping others in most situations, but im glad i helped.