* I realized I accidently posted this topic in the wrong place and I can't figure out how to move it! Sorry!
Hi everyone, my name is Jeremy and I just joined today. I am 23 and have been playing guitar since age 6. I just wanted to ask a question about bad habits.
#1 When I first learned to play guitar my fingers were too small to reach alot of chords positions. The one that gave the most problems was like F5 or powerchords on the top of the neck. I had to substitute my pinky finger for the ring finger. I eventually fixed that when I grew, but sometimes I still find myself occasionally using my pinky for power chords in situations where I know I won't need to add any additional notes just because it feels comfortable (after practicing that way for years). This is only with power chords. Anyone else ever had this problem? I don't feel it has been limiting me, but maybe I am missing out on something.
#2 When I learned to bend strings I bent them down (towards the high E string) instead of up. I would only bend up on the high E string obviously b/c it would fly off the fretboard. I really haven't got too into speed metal type soling so I am not sure if this is something I should work on as I noticed in the lessons (and other guitar players) it is done differently. Is this a problem?
I can't wait to take my playing further! This site is great, Kris I like your style man! Rock on guys!
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This post has been edited by Jerommmah: Sep 3 2007, 01:14 AM