In this video
We look at string bending with the first finger. Part of Andy’s Rock Lead Guitar Couse.
String bending with the 1st finger is very different to bending with the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th fingers.
Due to both mechanics and fretboard locations, we never bend the first finger by a whole step. We only ever bend it by half a step (i.e. a semitone, aka one fret). We also usually pull down on a first finger bend. Whereas with 2, 3rd and 4th fingers, we generally push up.
1st finger bend are more subtle, but sound so cool when done well. This technique is essential for anyone serious about learning lead guitar!
Course Outline
Electric Lead Guitar
How to solo and play lead with the minor pentatonic scale
Rock Lead 00 - Introduction
Rock Lead 01 - Pentatonic Scale Extensions
Rock Lead 02 - Pentatonic Patterns
Rock Lead 03 - Hammer Ons & Pull Offs
Rock Lead 04 - Correct String Bending Technique
Rock Lead 05 - Vibrato Technique
Rock Lead 06 - First Finger String Bending
Rock Lead 07 - Unison Bends
Rock Lead 08 - Double Stops
Rock Lead 09 - Five Easy Licks
Rock Lead 10 - Five Harder Licks
Rock Lead 11 - How To Improvise With Scale Notes
Rock Lead 12 - How To Improvise With Licks
Rock Lead 13 - My Favourite Lick!
Rock Lead - Audio Backing Tracks