Shred Lesson #24 -Tapping Final - Techniqueswithtodd.com

Snakepils Says:

Jan 25, 2008 - Cool! The second position sounds like the start of Edvard Griegs famous composition "Morgenstemning":)

toddsquadxyz Says:

Jan 26, 2008 - I'll check that out :) Sounds interesting. Practice! Todd

toddsquadxyz Says:

Jan 26, 2008 - Many thanks ;) Much more on the way. Trying to post a new one each weekend. Practice! Todd

gsteve2000x Says:

Feb 13, 2008 - What kind of pickups can I put in my epi LP? Burstbuckers? I can't get anyting like that from the stock pups. Thanks!

gsteve2000x Says:

Feb 15, 2008 - What if I don't need all that firepower and just want the effects? Any suggestions? Thanks man!!

toddsquadxyz Says:

Feb 16, 2008 - I use a Digitech GNX3 for all of my fx/tone/etc. It is just AMAZING. I wish those guys would give me a GNX4! practice! Todd

toddsquadxyz Says:

Feb 16, 2008 - That's an easy one :) If you are upgrading, get Active EMG 81/85 combo. I wish those guys would send me some pickups! Practice! Todd

gsteve2000x Says:

Feb 16, 2008 - I've seen mixed reviews. Is there such a thing as a pedal that will allow me to tap like that? Thanks man!

toddsquadxyz Says:

Feb 16, 2008 - The only thing that will allow you to tap like that is PRACTICE! But you probably already knew that :) The pedal is just for distortion and fx. No amound of pedals can replace technique. Practice! Todd

lasonAYUS Says:

Feb 17, 2008 - thanks a lot for the vid!

toddsquadxyz Says:

Feb 22, 2008 - No problem :) I've got the next one ready to go up. Should be today. Practice Todd

GhostyFilms Says:

Mar 11, 2008 - How hard do you have to tap? I've thought about tapping from time to time, but I'm never sure how to get into a tapping part or how to get back out again. Maybe if I end with a bend, that will give my picking hand time to get back to the pickup side.

toddsquadxyz Says:

Mar 13, 2008 - You shouldn't have to tap very hard once you get used to the technique. :) You can always practice tapping with your second finger on your picking hand so that you don't have to cut loose of your pick. Some prefer it. I like tapping with the first finger so I roll the pick in to my palm when playing live. Practice! Todd

toddsquadxyz Says:

Mar 14, 2008 - Congrats on being able to play the lick, keep going and it will get faster and faster. I'll try to add some theory lessons in coming weeks :) Practice! Todd

toddsquadxyz Says:

Mar 14, 2008 - I hadn't thought about that but yes! Good ear :) Practice! Todd

toddsquadxyz Says:

Mar 14, 2008 - Thanks for watching :) I've got a sweep series in the works :) They may be a bit long for youtube, but they will be on my site. Practice! Todd

toddsquadxyz Says:

Mar 14, 2008 - I appreciate that ;) Thanks much. Tons more on the way! Practice! Todd

toddsquadxyz Says:

Mar 14, 2008 - Many thanks :) This tapping series was lots of fun to create. I've had a lot of requests for more alternate picking so watch for those next :) Practice! Todd

Nikitasviridov Says:

Mar 17, 2008 - NO!! sorry I meant the wrong thing... 1:40 sounds like Morning Mood by Edvard Grieg...it is by the same guy- just different composition. I am not very great on my classical pieces as just not into that kinda stuff...but it was like on a CD i heard when I was a kid which burned into my memory since that time! Interesting the way music brings back memories! I also left a little suggestion in your comment box - check it out! Keep up your awesome vids!

loveguitars Says:

Jun 2, 2008 - Hey Todd, Great Lesson. Sounds somewhat like Vito Bratta of White Lion, Love Don't Come Easy. Thanks

toddsquadxyz Says:

Jun 2, 2008 - Thanks for watching :) It sounds like quite a bit of stuff as it's a commonly used pattern. It sounds good over lots of different chord changes so it gets lots of use. Practice! Todd

3dEnthusiast Says:

Jun 5, 2008 - Awesome tone, awesome teaching, and great series of videos, man. But one thing is bugging me. I KNOW the second position. It's a section of a classical song, but I cannot identify for the life of me. I can never figure the name of the song out if I have other music going, but I have to relisten to memorize it... Any help?

toddsquadxyz Says:

Jun 5, 2008 - Thanks ;0) The Minarik Lotus is a big piece of the tone puzzle. They are great guitars. Bop over to their site and tell them I sent you and you can get a deal on one. As for the scale, the structure I'm using is used in a TON of classical stuff. I"m actually drawing on my experience as a classical player for it's construction. I know the piece you are talking about and yes it's an exact match. The name escapes me off hand but good ear! Practice! Todd

stevefurey Says:

Jun 8, 2008 - Awesome, great job dude, I love what your doing here, I wish more guitar players shared their tips and ideas!

toddsquadxyz Says:

Jun 9, 2008 - Thanks :) I checked out your page and you have some great lessons on there! Well done on that. I hope some of my subscribers take a look and subscribe! Practice! Todd