Single String Tapping Etude Lesson

Single String Tapping Etude

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  • Hey guys!

    In this lesson, we will play over a multi-key chord progression recorded on a single string and using only one technique: Tapping!

    The purpose of this lesson is to help you develop a better understanding of the potential of tapping arpeggios by using a few tools, such as only one string.


    Guitar : Ibanez AZ2402

    Equipment : Kemper + Apollo Twin Duo

    Tempo : 130 bpm

    Time Signature : 4/4

    Chord progression

    || Dm | % | Bb | % |

    | E7 | % | Fm13 | % |

    | D | % | Dm | % |

    | E7 | % | Am | % |

    | Cm | % | Gm | % |

    | Bb | % | Gm6 | % |

    | D | % | % | % |

    | Gm | % | Dsus9 | D |

    | D | % ||


    Key signature : Dm


    Techniques used :


    - Tapping
    - Legato


    Have fun and stay tuned for the next lesson! ;)
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