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Brand new episode is this is why you suck at guitar is here!!! This episode was based on a message or two from you lovely and loyal Patreon supporters. Thanks for all the inspiration! Now check the video out and get that PIVOT down!

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This is Why You Suck at Guitar: You Don't PIVOT!

Snag your official SHRED TILL YOU'RE UNDEAD merch here!!!! https://vonkowen.threadless.com/collections/ben-eller Downloadable practice tracks, bonus guitar lessons, and MORE here: https://www.patreon.com/BenEllerGuitars How about a treasure trove of drone tracks that i made!? 12 root notes, 12 major chords, and 12 minor chords, for a total of 36 super long drone tracks! Its everything you need to learn all your scales in every key! Here's the direct link you need: https://www.patreon.com/posts/49828461 Wanna learn ALL the notes and master the board? Here's the lesson you need: https://www.patreon.com/posts/45181774 The BEST Half Hour of Alternate Picking Practice EVER: https://www.patreon.com/posts/33563344 The secrets of note targeting revealed: https://www.patreon.com/posts/38535524 My followup to my Ditch the CAGED System video: https://www.patreon.com/posts/40492155 Get sweet deals on all the nice things i use here @Sweetwater !!! Sick deals on all kinds of good stuff: https://imp.i114863.net/jxdA0 Its Uncle Ben Eller here back again with a brand new installment of This is Why You Suck at Guitar!!! On episode 26, we are going to explore the secret technique ALL the pros use to slip and slide all over the neck with ease. Somehow, i've NEVER seen anyone talk about this unique "pivot" technique that you're going to need to play songs like Blood and Thunder by Mastodon or For Whom the Bell Tolls by Metallica, among HUNDREDS of other classics. It doesn't matter what style of music you play or if you're a beginner or advanced player, this will change the way you play! Grab your favorite axe and learn how James Hetfield, Brent Hinds, Dave Mustaine, and many more make it happen! Gear: Jackson SL3 Soloist Fractal Axe FX 3 What technique do you suck at? Let me know in the comments and get ready to see it on a future installment of TIWYSAG!

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Anonymous

Oh my god 😦 I have been a self taught metal guitarplayer on and off for over 20 years and never have I heard off or stumbled across this technique! Made all the difference right away. Thanks master Ben! 🤘

Anonymous

Wow!!!!!! I didn't know I did that untell I watched your video....I've played in thrash/death metal bands my musical life.. alot of super fast riffing/cording ect....now I'm paying so much more attention to my thumb position....awesome post