I’ve been doing just that! I switched to my neck pickup, and wow, it really warmed up the sound. Anyone else had similar experiences with gear adjustments?
I’ve heard some humorously misguided beliefs about using a rubber band instead of a guitar string for unique textures. But honestly, stick to good strings and your tone will be just fine! Keep rockin’ and don’t forget the groove!
I’ve been working on the solos from ‘War Pigs.’ The main solo offers some great opportunities for improvisation! For transcribing, I recommend breaking it down into sections and using slow-down tools to catch every nuance.
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Absolutely! I find that improvising around the pentatonic scale works really well for those sections. Anyone else tried this method?
For the main theme, focusing on the intervals and bluesy bends can really capture the feel of the song! What tips do you guys have for getting the tone right?
A fuzz pedal is key for that Black Sabbath sound! I also like to mess with my amp’s EQ settings to find that sweet spot.
I’ve tried improvising with the minor scale as well! It has a different vibe, but it can work nicely in certain spots.
Alternating between the minor pentatonic and the majority pentatonic gives it a nice tension and release effect throughout the solos. Super fun to play around with!
If anyone’s stuck on the timing, I’d suggest listening closely to the original recording–it can really help internalize the groove. Anyone else have a favorite technique for nailing the rhythm?
Practicing with a metronome has been super helpful for me. It feels boring, but it pays off!
You can’t forget the orignal riff too! It’s iconic! If you play it slowly at first, you can then build up your speed. What do you think about playing that riff in slight variations?
I think variations are great! It makes it more personal. Just keep the essence of the song alive. Have fun with it!