These are 5 things Mick Thomson does, that Jim Root doesn't!
Watch as Sam Bell Analyzes Mick Thomson from Slipknot Guitar Playing Style & Habits so you an sound like Mick Thomson and start to replicate the sound of Slipknot's most underrated guitarist.
Join us as we dive into the world of Slipknot's phenomenal rhythm guitarist, Mick Thomson, and we break down his playing style, habits, and guitar techniques that have defined the iconic metal sound alongside his band member Jim Root. Join @SamBellGuitar from Licklibrary in this in-depth guitar lesson, and unleash your inner metalhead with us! 🎸🤘
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In this video, we'll cover:
- Mick and Jim Root's low tunings, including drop B and drop A
- The importance of power chords and one-finger techniques
- Mick Thomson's tight rhythm guitar technique, down picking, and muting
- The differences between down and up picking for various dynamics
- The use of 16th note alternate picking and heavy power chord riffs
- Exploring the minor scale, half-whole scale, and diminished arpeggios
- Mixing up power chords with minor third intervals and octaves
If you want to nail that Mick Thoomson guitar style, and see how he is different from Jim Root in his choice of chords and techniques, this is perfect for Slipknot fans everywhere. Discover how Mick Thomson's playing style combines these elements to create the signature Slipknot sound and how they have become one of the most popular metal bands of all time. By the end of this lesson, you'll be well-equipped to incorporate these techniques into your own guitar playing and shred like Mick Thomson.
⏰ Timestamps ⏰
0:00 Mick Thomson style quick lick
0:26 Mick Thomson style riff
0:35 The Mick Thomson tuning Drop B
1:16 Mick Thomson's rhythm technique
2:44 16th note alternate picking techniques and intervals
3:56 Mixing up power chords with minor third intervals
4:18 Octaves
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📹 Learn to play 'Duality' by Slipknot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_uA5ciyycw
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📹 Watch @AnnaCara1 SLAY 'Duality' by Slipknot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AR7gFbsRcDc
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