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Re: My strumming sounds terrible. Try using a thinner pick, for starters. Also, make sure you are angling the pick so that it isn't exactly 90 degrees to the strings. You can either hold the pick loosely and let the force of the strings change the angle of the pick, or you can angle it yourself.
- Why does my strumming sound bad?
- How can I make my strumming sound better?
- Why is guitar sound harsh?
- How do I stop strumming so hard?
Why does my strumming sound bad?
There are three reasons why your guitar might sound bad when strumming: Out-of-tune: even one string slightly out of tune can make strummed chords sound bad. Bad technique: pressing too hard on the strings or hitting the strings too hard can make chords sound out-of-tune.
How can I make my strumming sound better?
Ways To Improve Your Strumming
- Angle Your Pick. If you hold your pick perpendicular to the ground, your strumming will sound too aggressive and awkward. ...
- Strum From The Wrist. ...
- Slow It Down… ...
- Keep Your Right Hand Moving. ...
- Strum Without The Left Hand. ...
- Strum Lightly. ...
- Watch Other Guitarists.
Why is guitar sound harsh?
Guitar parts can sound harsh for all sorts of reasons. Maybe you've got an inconsistent player or maybe their gear is proving to be a bit of a headache to work with. Whatever the case, it's your role as the engineer, producer, or mixer on the session to make it work.
How do I stop strumming so hard?
Just relax your arms and try strumming to a really cheesy happy song to get in the mood of relaxed and chill strumming. If you're strumming to hard because of the fact you're tense, hopefully that will begin to subside with time and more practice.
