5 GREAT chord tricks everyone should know!

[@era0088]

I love the way you talk to us. Your tone, verbiage, and demeanor are so relaxing That’s just the cherry on top. Your knowledge and organization of presenting the information while staying on topic is impressive too. Everything you do is top production quality and I just love your videos. Thanks Paul.

[@dariorobertherma7169]

Love it too

[@s.r.5462]

Just kiss him already jeez!

[@era0088]

@@s.r.5462 Okay fine

[@s.r.5462]

@@era0088 :)

[@SuitAndTieGuy88]

For real lol the way he says power lol sounds like pepe le pew I love it 😂

[@mogu-mogu2335]

Thats why I love the acoustic. The natural percussion of an acoustic is unmatched.

[@robinbebbington7063]

Yeah except he always adds effects, so you don't really get the actual sound.

[@Deathshuck]

As a guitarist, it's important to remember one thing: Don't beat yourself up if you're using "cheap" or "simple" chords. These terms do not matter. Just find sounds that speak to you and make music. If the song sounds good, nobody's going to care how simple the chords are, except for guitar snobs, which is a demographic you should never try to please. Basic chords exist and are widely used for a reason, because they're the most common vocabulary in western music that speak to us emotionally. They're part of our DNA. Do not ever try to do fancy things on guitar for the sake of it, or you'll lose the sense of what it means to make relatable or touching music. You can always learn more theory, but always keep one ear in the songwriting. Using difficult chord tricks means nothing in itself, only how you use it and if you can convey a melody or a feeling. Perfect example of what I'm talking about is Andy Summers from The Police.

[@mogu-mogu2335]

Yeah even with four chords , beautiful music can be created.

[@martydibergi5228]

Actually Andy is a very advanced guitarist

[@PaulDavids]

I like your essay but Andy Summers is almost the exact opposite if what you're saying 😅

[@ChessCat1500]

haha... it's always good to be happy with what you have/can do... but at the same time it's also important to explore and expand your skill level instead of being the rat inside a BOX...

[@JamesDGardner]

Paul Davids he may have chosen the wrong guitarist to embellish his point but he still is making a valid point🙂 a few valid points actually.

[@ibrokemytheory5596]

Paul Davids comment section is straight up community. I'm a fan.

[@jamesstephens9501]

1. Power chords @0:19 2. The low e string trick @2:28 3. The open string hack @5:20 4. The "G-shape" trick @7:21 9:45 becoming a better guitar player (ad) 5. The open chord slide @10:20

[@vin_rouge180]

thank you man

[@babyshaker8932]

6. James Masturbates in his mother's basement and crieshimself to sleep @ 10:27

[@DanDavie]

thanks!

[@trialsofjobe]

What I look for in a lot of these videos. Thanks ❤

[@temnost2]

My favorite thing about the progression of guitarists is that they begin on chords, move on to shredding because knowing chords is for beginners and then coming to the realization, all of their shredding is built on chord shapes thus having to go back and learn more chords.

[@virajkhetle1250]

When he says 'I've put my heart and soul' he really meant it. His teaching style, course structure and editing is so on point! Thanks, Paul!

[@kellyehlers]

As a guitar teacher myself... (on the side), I'm sincerely envious of the life you've built for yourself, but at the same time, profoundly proud and happy that you have worked so hard at playing, teaching, and influencing so many to find joy in playing. You're an amazing guy Paul. You're a blessing to everyone in your sphere of influence. Keep it up man!

[@Sanguine999]

I love that brief moment where you admire your guitar "how good does this guitar sound"

[@ronaldoantipordasawit6436]

So nice & meaningful for me..thank you learning technique for making this videos...Lovely Listen..uuu

[@hans-joachimbierwirth4727]

Always try to love your instrument because that's what makes it sound good.

[@lsr2909]

I was just thinking about another one of Paul's videos about mistakes where he says buying gear won't make you better, then I thought "that Martin sounds great", and then, that moment where you admire your guitar "how good does this guitar sound? And it does.

[@gman2380]

This Martin cost a half decent 2nd hand car .

[@arenasification]

@@gman2380 what guitar is that?

[@scottheaton8469]

#3 is huge. Learning caged chords around the circle of fifths and up the neck improved my playing more than anything else. Any chord, anywhere you need it on the neck. Great video.

[@thadicus]

Can't agree more. Alex Lifeson from Rush sometimes includes this style of play and it really took a toll on me

[@q4991]

@@thadicus idunno, but ole Alex ,,,,Some Say: "Never 'missed' a note''? or hardly ever, i Might believe?

[@ripplebear]

When I got bored with acoustic a while back, I started tuning half and whole step down.. and playing with a lighter gauge pick. It was so dang refreshing. When I switched back to electric, I brought the lighter pick with me. Feels good all around now. Don't make rules for yourself, it's very limiting. Hope these beginner tips can help someone else as well

[@nickagervasi]

Oh man, as a beginner, many years ago I had NO IDEA what I was doing. But used that first tip all the time just because it sounded better to my ear. 🤣 I still use it a bunch now almost 20 years later. Keep up the good work Paul!

[@mazzucac]

I have a story to tell you. I was a mere lad sitting at home today. Thinking about how I wanted to improve my guitar playing. I was listening through Paul’s music because, it’s perfect, and thought “I haven’t watched his videos in a while.” So here I am. And what did he do. WHAT DID HE DO!? He recommended his course. So here I am. Signing up for it. The end

[@Metallizombie]

I like to add the low E in as well. For D though I like to use my thumb to grab a low F#. Once you start to wrap you head around how many different ways you can play the same thing a lot opens up. Good stuff.

[@kenster865]

Paul, I've started watching your videos for giggles and outright fun. I'm an old jazz-taught dude that started playing in 1961. I've learned a few things since then. 😉You come up with nice stuff and I like your teaching style... very laid back and non-threatening. That's very important for younger, newer players. One of the most instructive books I ever ran across back in my early years was Ted Greene's "Chord Chemistry". It first came out in 1971. Ted was a walking, talking encyclopedia of chords, chordal inversions, music theory, etc. An amazing player in his own right, he left us way too soon in mid-2005. If you haven't been exposed to Ted's written work or his videos up on YT you NEED to do so. A unique individual, like few others. Cheers, God bless and have an awesome Holiday Season. ☺

[@pusaaaa]

That calm voice.. It also helps to learn what he's saying. Thanksss Paul Davids for this lesson!

[@therickroller2358]

thanks Paul for being just awesome. when my gf broke up w me i shifted all the time i spent on her to guitar bc it was something i wanted to do and it rly helped take my mind of things. bc i sucked at first i found your videos and your approach to guitar has rly stuck with me. i've gotten better over the past year at guitar and more but what i want to thank you for most is how you manage to keep your videos interesting for all levels of play. i already learn a lot of these things from just noodling around on my own but i still got to deepen my understanding of them with this video. it really feels like i've set off on a journey to understand all i can about music and its all thanks to you, (and my ex) the best guitar teacher i know!

[@RC32Smiths01]

Chordal Play is perhaps the best way a guitarist can learn the instrument, it deals with much more theory and fundamentals found within the guitar. I'd say it's way more important that soloing, and you can still do radical things!

[@PaulDavids]

Yep! I think the best thing is chord solos. Or solo chords. Or both.

[@RC32Smiths01]

@@PaulDavids I would say so too! So much more and tastier sound when you put the notes together!

[@jochem420]

Practicing your chords gives you a way better image of what is possible. Personally, I prefer noodling over learning the hard cold theory. You learn so much from practicing by ear that the theory seems very obvious. By training your ears, you get a better understanding for scales used for soloing too. Seems like a win-win! :)

[@chrisjeemusic]

100% agree! Not that I don't see the value of being able to solo, but at this point in my playing, i've matured to the point where I really want to get solid with my chord/rhythm playing. It's so incredibly essential as a guitarist/musician to have a firm grasp on.

[@renzocalcagno536]

Fact: as a guitar player you get more jobs if you can play solid rhythm. So chordal works is VERY important!

[@vicarious_cringe]

I just need to say that I was previously only into more crunchy modern guitar but you make them all sound so beautiful it has completely transformed my playing and lessened my serious abuse of the gain knob and the way you explain things really resonates with me. I also love watching your almost childlike joy when you play something rad. Thank you for this,

[@deathanddismembermen]

I was so happy to see the last one, been using it for as long as I can remember. Never be afraid of dissonant sounding chords it only adds tension. Music and art is an expression as much as it is a discipline.

[@DanCampbellGuitar]

Can everybody take a moment to appreciate the fact that the "MEOW!" was perfectly in tune at 8:32

[@LordBokito]

My cat already did that for me 😺

[@Gwyn1stborn]

One time my cat did that when we finished a song, but he threw a scale in there and we were like damn son

[@malcolmjohnston4624]

Like a mockingbird, or the dogs that how (mostly in tune)l at my harmonica.😁

[@PoorTom]

One consideration for the 2nd trick: Adding that bass note isn't always beneficial when playing in a band. Sometimes you have to make room for the bass, having too much low end going on can make everything sound messy.

[@18echosf]

In my opinion, learning chords all over the neck is the key to developing meaningful lead lines. Robben Ford is a great example.........his rhythm playing is the basis for all of his fantastic melodic lead playing. During my playing career, I tried to do that exact same thing and it helped make me a much better and interesting player. Thanks for another wonderful and useful lesson.

[@sambarnett6417]

James Taylor too,

[@charlesreid9337]

I need to do this badly . The chord equivalent of playing scales. You see great guitarists do this without thinking.. theyve gone up 3/4 of an octave or more for that chord theyre looking for and it sounds fantastic

[@zear0895]

Never before have i subscribed to a channel, and not reacted to notifications as if they were commercial spam. Never before have i felt the urge to comment. You are a BLAST to watch! Most of the stuff i cant play, but in the pursuit of learning, your videos put the whole "How-To" category of videos on a completely different level. Hope you enjoy this as much as many of the rest of us seemingly do. These vids are AWESOME.

[@PegasusFleets]

Earie was not a good word for it.. but we love the things You're doing here !! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@max4879]

You're the man, Paul. As a new guitarist (32 hour in) you continue to keep me motivated. Looking forward to purchasing your online course, once I have control of the fundamentals required.

[@philchristensson1194]

Your videos just ooze with richness, quality and a real LOVE for this stuff… thank you for being here and being you Paul… you’re making everything better ✨💛✨

[@vivekvandan8843]

That first trick of adding major 3rds to C and D power chords and E minor - you just explained the Silent Hill 2 theme tune - Laura's theme. Awesome stuff, as always.

[@jakekeys88music]

It's also like "Shimmer" by Fuel.

[@anandskanth6326]

The D minor to C (g shaped) was completely new for me. Thanks for sharing the knowledge.

[@dl9151]

You are the best guitar tutor on youtube. The personality is the best. you do not talk too much. You hit the mark every time. Excellent, Paul! I'm so glad I found your channel.

[@mesmerical11]

After 50 years I'm still learning new stuff! Great job Paul.

[@BlackAx33]

what is so stunning is that he talks about these different chord shapes and tricks and just makes you feel like its actually something you can do.. great stuff subed!

[@morannonnorstund254]

What David talks about: a + b What he actually plays: ∫ dxa2 - x2 = arcsin xa + C = -arccos xa + C

[@TheMegadeth350]

it's good that it's an indefinite integral!

[@MoutchouPitchou95]

you made my day :D

[@bluzfiddler1]

F.a.c.t

[@jeetshah5815]

You are missing a square root sign in the integral

[@fernandeznjenga6630]

@@jeetshah5815 :)) nailed it.

[@bensmith6269]

The most kind and helpful for guitar tips….in my opinion…..you’re my favorite!

[@AdrianJames28]

Dammit! The first “trick” is my entire skillset! Update: 4/5 of these tips are my tricks. This video was me watching Paul play stuff I’d discovered myself, only so much better 😢

[@nickagervasi]

I swear I said the same thing! I was laughing along the way though because it is a good reminder that even though we all can play the same guitar with the same strings and the same chords, style and voice are SO IMPORTANT to being an artist. Do your thing and be you!

[@janwillemdevos]

This is me!

[@ALT3REDB3AST]

Haha. Same here!

[@ALT3REDB3AST]

@@rikkousa haha! 3 trick ponies!👍🏾🤣

[@wout4561]

Adrian James same here m8

[@realraven2000]

2:15 that shape is awesome. Love those 3 finger shapes that aren't totally stretching my hand

[@michaelwhalen7991]

Thank you Paul. You made me a better player already in 15 minutes ! And gave me plenty to review and practice. I have a great ear and am good picking out of melodies but struggled with chords and memorization of names and such. I love improvisation and playing by ear You too play trusting your ear and actually "PLAY" as in having fun with the instrument ! Awesome video lesson. Will definitely consider your online beginner\ intermediate courses as you are a great teacher. Thanks again. Mike W.

[@q4991]

An Ear, just 1 reasonably 'Good' Ear do 'i' pray. Alas, the Gods no longer operate on this level, yeah. U will have Very few problems! Me after 40 yrs. more 'OFF' than 'ON' these chords are another revelation, i wonder *Where* do All these 'Secret' things get taught? Too many 'tricks etc.' that 'i' have *Never* seen nor Heard of? but 'i' have NO 'Ear'....U must Do Great things with Such a born gift, just 'think' of 'We with NO Ear, nada, zip, many yrs, futile...and Thrive, Lucky person!!!

[@Oscarhobbit]

Paul, a big hello from Northern Ireland (UK). I love the entertaining and informative way you teach guitar. I have been playing guitar since age 13 and I'm now approaching my 50s. I am a self-taught guitarist, I played some of these cord tricks over the years, but I didn't know that they were a thing because I can't read music. They just sounded more rich and fun. I always thought I was playing wrongly because I was guided by my ears and not music theory. Thanks for this video, I really appreciate all your hard work and love your channel.

[@worshipGod001]

Playing the 4 centre strings and letting the top and bottom ring out sounds nice too. The E chord on 7th fret for eg. B and Dmin.

[@jchris_fpv]

Old video doesn't mean outdated. That is why I need literally go through of all your videos to learn more. Thanks for sharing with us. Cheers mate

[@jamesdonnelly8888]

Every time I come back to Paul Davids, I realise again how dang awesome he is. But this is because he just teaches us how dang awesome the guitar is without any ego. Just fantastic, thank you Paul.

[@Official_Riffs]

This is so far the coolest simple, straight forward, acoustic guitar tricks I have seen in 7 yrs. Thanks Bro

[@maxzemi5450]

Danke!

[@chrismoffat3481]

These are excellent pointers for anyone looking to advance their playing and move beyond "cowboy chords". As someone who started learning guitar in the mid-90s by copying the guitar on my favourite albums, it's amusing to see how many of these techniques are ones I picked up back then without knowing it. Peter Buck from R.E.M. used the open string hack on loads of his parts (that C to G slide is basically the main progression from Man on the Moon) and Kristen Hersh from Throwing Muses made great use of the open chord slide (Hazing off the University Album is one of many examples). I've never used the G-shape trick before. Something to add to my skillset, I think. Cheers!

[@Tan12]

9:24 Sounds almost like the beginning of "I Will Follow You Into the Dark" apart from resolving totally differently.

[@eboard707]

#5! Tried this out when I was first mastering open chords and thought I was crazy. This is great for beginners who want to start exploring beyond frets 1-3. Thanks for reaffirming this Paul!

[@hanzzee]

The sound of that Martin makes me come back every time!

[@franktuson7803]

This is without a doubt the best channel on KZbin. Thank you Paul.

[@JeremyRasch]

I absolutely love your videos. I just discovered them and when you play the guitar, it brings out emotion in me and the kind that drove me to this journey to begin with. Thank you for what you do.

[@periloustemple8290]

It is so fun just have you talk to us about anything. And, I love when you just play, as well. Lovely and always so tasteful. Oh, and you are a great teacher. This helps. LOL.

[@aashish1998]

Watching his videos: 1. Oohh that sounds so good 2. Let me try it 3. Plays the same thing, sounds weird 4. Checks the tuning of guitar 5. Blame it on guitar

[@najmihakimkhairi1210]

Maybe your guitar intonation is off

[@goswo]

6. Blaim your wife

[@maxtastic5791]

No, no worries, it is just the beard.

[@iagoabreu6986]

He answer at 13:10 why our guitar doesn't sound good

[@yujinarukunnn7222]

Thats totally me in seven different languages

[@Nautilus_Music]

I played a chord once. Great days.

[@nooralamgir3703]

same

[@darionbuck8864]

Nice bro. Maybe play another one some day. Idk

[@luizronconi]

Hey Paul. It´s Luiz here. From Brazil. This guitar is AWESOME!!! D-42. What a SOUND!

[@dubchile]

Paul possesses that chordial, chordious chordismatic knack of 'ye ne sais quoi'? Expressed in a word or two.. relaxed, clarified and instructive...but above all, delivered with a feelgood factor and intent.

[@danieljhadley]

Hey Paul, thanks for all that you do with your gift of music and teaching. Your passion and teaching technique combined with your personality, are a synergy of divine talent. I’ve been playing guitar for over 20-years, been in a band, and written many songs, and yet I just learned more about new creative chord voicing from your video, than all of my years of playing standard open, bar and power chords. I can’t wait to apply these new techniques to my future song crafting. It’s a wonderful thing when we not only discover our greatest gifts from God but share them with others, reflecting His love. I’ll be sure to thank Him in prayer this morning for creating you and giving you these gifts. At the end of your life, you will know that you made a difference on this earth by not only reaping what you sow, but giving freely of the treasures you have received. May God continue to bless you Paul in all that you do, in the name of Jesus. 🙏🏻

[@jonathanhengst5547]

These kind of 'open string' music is just amazing... i love all kind of music working with these drones. I think instruments that inherently use such sound are really fascinating. I'm talking hurdy gurdy, bagpipes, flutes... i think mandola players take advantage of this as well to create this authentic sound you often here in celtic music. Wonderful.

[@arjokortleve7275]

Paul, je bent voor mij een grote inspiratiebron. Na vele jaren wachten heb ik weer een gitaar gekocht, een goedkope elektrische en een week later ook een akoestische, en je leert me zo veel. Geweldig. Dank je wel

[@LeoHajder]

I like adding the low 5 to powerchords with the root on the A string. You have shown the same with triad chords, but it works great with powerchords, too. You get thick and chunky instantly.

[@renzocalcagno536]

When playing within an ensemble, I think it's best to avoid Roots and 5ths of chords unless you specifically need that extra 'weight'. I'd toss out the 5th altogether and finger the chords: Root, 3rd, 7th. You can do mots chording with three fingers! Then you should try extensions: 9, #11 and 13 on Major / 9, 11, 13 on minor / b9#9 b5#5, 13, on dominant. There's more to this, obviously.

[@rebelaqua823]

you jazz you!

[@monicafearon3507]

big fan of this channel! have learned sooo much. such a great teacher! feels like you're having one on one lessons, such patience and kindness radiates off of Paul!

[@mypetdrgn]

As a drummer I totally dig this lesson! Actually during the shut down, I've been grabing the guitar and "picking" up where I left off, so this is really inspiring! Love that cat!

[@TheDevilsOwn-vx5hc]

Paul, I found you a few months back and I have to say you have become one of my guitarist. I play on a Fender Acoustic and SG. Watching your content has really made me pick up the ole Fender again and wear out some strings. Keep up the amazing work!

[@nunobarbosa8248]

Paul, you're the man! Thanks! Request: make a 4 hour video so we can work listening to all your music! :D I'm fed up off "morning jazz".

[@richat1691]

You can tell how good a guitar is just be strumming a c and a d chord - and that is one nice guitar.

[@thegreatdestroyer6506]

Yeah, it's about $8000, minimum.

[@thegreatdestroyer6506]

@Michael C Google Martin D-45

[@robertcronin6603]

It really is!

[@maplebones]

The dude must be a millionaire.

[@sincerelyxleigh]

Paul: says "sweet" like he didn't just play a master piece out of his head

[@CyberDocUSA]

Those open chord tricks are like chocolate sprinkles! *_Just throw them on everything._* 🤣 Thanks, Paul.

[@jamiedubath8552]

So good to have someone right in your living room just explaining easy tricks to you to improve your guitar playing. Thx a lot Paul!

[@stefandoell9660]

This is the one of the greatest guitar study videos. I have learned so much. Thank you so much.

[@mattd8325]

When i hear a major 7 chord it's like this warm feeling - so smooth!

[@robertoladrondeguevara3873]

5:50 ohhh that’s so Chris Martin!!!!!

[@METTI1986LA]

Yellow

[@robertoladrondeguevara3873]

Stuart Poll yes so bad!!! One of the most successful musician of all time!!! Horrible to be compare with him

[@robertoladrondeguevara3873]

Stuart Poll I don’t care 🤣 I’m not chris Martin so go and say whatever you want to say about him 🤣🤣🤣, he won’t read it anyways

[@FelixRosas10]

9:24 “IF HEAVEN AND HELL DECIDE THAT THEY BOTH ARE SATISFIED!”

[@jonathanmcdermott6217]

THATS WHAT I WAS THINKING

[@sjwimmel]

Illuminate the noes on their vacancy signs

[@rambaldi320]

@@jobeyyyy it's raining in the park..

[@MrGabriel1357]

If there's no one beside you when your soul embarks...

[@sumanthparakala2005]

Watching your videos in auto play and cannot reel enough about the the Collings OM, it’s just great... not taking anything away from the Martin D but Collings takes things home

[@BoofHeadProductions]

Hey Paul, my friends & I call those barr chords with open strings "Habour Bridge" chords. After, of course our Sydney Harbour Bridge. Due to your barr finger being lifted on the top strings. Lovely stuff mate thank you.

[@SpaceDisco1]

People that see chords as „beginners stuff“ are beginners.

[@FowlesIverson]

The Martin D-42 is my DREAM guitar... if only I had made the purchase before wife and kids... oh well.. in another life, or possibly after retirement.

[@charlie-obrien]

As an enthusiastic rhythm player who supports my own vocals, I don't even bother trying to learn lead (scales, methods, etc) beyond a few simple riffs. That's why all of what Paul is showing here is "music to my ears". Being able to get the most out of chords while making the music fuller, smoother and more interesting is what I've always been after.

[@abelj5145]

You're loved more than you could ever know Thanks for existing. Jesus love you

[@charlesreid9337]

@@charlie-obrien i started only wanting to be a rhythm guitarist but something has made me want to play lead... i dont know why honestly But anyone who doesnt get chords are the backbone of guitar are just cluelees and imho without talent. It's the equivalent of saying "you dont need notes just play the frequency you want" to me..

[@Enju23]

Yeah.. I’ve been on and off playing for years, never got passed the beginner stages and I’ll say it’s easier for me to learn anything that isn’t all about power chords lol

[@gezor20]

hi Paul! Would you be willing to make a more in depth comparison between your new "favourite acoustic guitars"? Because I see that you are using the Martin and not one of the Collings... and I have now dived into Collings, almost bought a Cj Adirondack Rosewood back... then I played the Martin D28.... and got so confused! I liked it more! Also, mahogany... are you still happy about it?

[@terryforrest]

I have a Martin, but lust for a Collings OM2. The grass is always greener...

[@captainteatop2609]

The caged system has helped me immensely in my playing but I have always struggled with the g shape, thanks for the tip

[@jo-annmac7373]

love the way you talk to us. Your tone, verbiage, and demeanor are so relaxing That’s just the cherry on top. Your knowledge and organization of presenting the information while staying on topic is impressive too. Everything you do is top production quality and I just love your videos. Thanks Paul. Too well said not to repeat

[@olivierraymond3802]

Agreed. And 2 years later Paul still delivers just the same way

[@Rustyjamesman]

anyone else actually like learning weird/hard/interesting chords other than solos/lead lines or is it just me?

[@ianstewart496]

no I feel the same way

[@jarodivey9033]

🙋🏻‍♂️

[@misterknightowlandco]

Chords are more important. Chords are what make a song. Lead lines are nice and all but chords are the song.

[@LakriTs9]

I focus more on triads because i fingerpick alot and then add in a bassline on top but i guess thats considered chords

[@dmz140]

I love exploring chords! When I started playing guitar and started to learn the different chord qualities like maj7 and min7 I was blown away at how cool they sounded. Then I found myself listening to jazz and enjoying it. I’m no jazz musician but now I’ve dabbled and become a better musician for it.

[@muhammadtaimur1498]

Lesson 5 is how I play most of my Chords. Apart from open chords, I know 3 other patterns which I transpose throughout the frat to play that specific chord.

[@mrtrunin]

Threat of COVID-19 = more practice time!

[@ORflycaster]

TP, coffee, and a tuned guitar! :D

[@Meeckle]

👍👍👍👍

[@giornogiovanna836]

Shutup

[@ORflycaster]

Or skip practice and count rolls of TP. Completely your choice.

[@StefanGBucher]

@@ORflycaster One roll -- and - a - two roll -- and - a - three roll -- and a four, five, six roll

[@tomhood8897]

So love you’re enthusiasm, passion and relaxed delivery! Makes me want to go grab one of my guitars, all of which have been cased for way to long, and play! Thank you!!!

[@pete-g8c]

Awesome its! Some I already knew, but there were a lot I didn't! I'm gonna have to watch this lesson a few times to get them all!! What an awesome sounding Martin!!!!!

[@justinpettit6536]

I neeeeeed a Martin so bad in my life rite now AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

[@markusfinkler9625]

If it might be to expensiv for You, as it is by the way for me. I really beleave You should try out a Sigma (guess in the Staates they'll be sold as AMI). They're start off really affortable. Could maybe be a better craftmanship? Not for the money! Solid made... But hey they sound unbelievable like Martin himself 😅. No kidding I couldn't do anything but buy it. Is in tune since day one and intonatet perfectly. Not the highest quality Hardware... But all works like it should, so anyway much better than expected. Like mh really perfect no luxery pure functionellity. All for not even 250€. The only thing wrong with it is the guy that plays it😂. But I enjoy working in my playing with this uncredible Instrument. Cheers an have a nice Coronafree day fellows. Enjoy the silents arround, grap Your guitar an play 🌄🎸🎼🎵🎶

[@EmmeCalde]

Me: "how good does his guitar sound.." Paul: "how good does this guitar sound?"

[@henricavalcante4444]

Dude, it was the same here. I was thinking about the sound of the guitar, which is amazing and them he talked about it.

[@rudikessler]

Take a Furch and you'll mean what you say.

[@ericwinter4513]

Yeah, same page. Anybody know what it is?

[@jonathanrolland3419]

@@ericwinter4513 Martin D-42

[@LordBokito]

oeh nice it's on discount at my local store.. only 6000 euros :P

[@emirunalan1287]

I can swear that I heard "Breaking The Girl" in this video.

[@WolfAmongstRavens]

Sliding the open D chord. Me too.

[@stephenducay201]

I heard it too

[@pekkamustonen6654]

I hear "In the flesh"...

[@slam203469]

I am mine pearl jam slides the open D

[@James-nv1wf]

Fuel "shimmer"

[@gico2626]

LOVE your generosity and sense of humor! Thank you.

[@matthewparent4231]

I’m glad you made a video about this. Without trying to sound arrogant I find it’s not new knowledge to me because I’m just old and I do approach the acoustic this way as I’m not the best classical style player and I prefer the way it sounds. However, I did learn that awesome low e string trick in this video, so thank you!!!!

[@johnmcaleese8459]

Folks, that $4,000 Martin wouldn't hurt either. Beautiful.

[@robertpetty6334]

Tip: Don’t play a D-45 when your asking for financial support. Or a Collings OM. Just sayin

[@arkadiuszjaroszynski]

10:50 that sounds a little bit like Breaking the girl by RHCP. Great lesson, thank you :)

[@jonahkleitsch7652]

Yessir a bunch move the d shape around like that, Pearl jams better man, Over the hills and far away, etc

[@DheadslayinG]

Jonah Kleitsch THANK YOU!!! I knew i could hear a zep song in there 👍🏼

[@LordBokito]

Yep also reminded me of Led Zeppelin :D

[@m.ak.s.1298]

11:33 Anyone else getting Radioheadvibes?

[@unclepodger]

Yea that definitely sounded like folk Pyramid song

[@davidobrien7610]

Good ear! Definitely getting that as well..I'm hearing a little "Pyramid Song" there.

[@ignatiusjackson235]

AH, YES!!! That's the song I was hearing!!!

[@vitalipark445]

Also chords from the first trick are basically the first 3 chords of Reckoner )

[@ticleasorin3223]

Actually a super good and useful video. Wasn't expecting tips this good, was expecting some half-assed tips like "practice harder" or some bs. Awesome video man!

[@lilgreenmomo]

This is revelation for me. I've been mucking around on and off with stringed instruments for over a decade and really hadn't got very far. I have small hands so struggled with barring (though I recently had a breakthrough with those too) but just the simple act of moving those open chords around takes whatever you can do on a guitar up a notch! This is great video for songwriters. Thank you!

[@danhickman9956]

6:02 "'Where are the tissues?' you might ask." How can you make such a gross overstatement at a time like this, Paul? Lol.

[@runaway7380]

hahaha perfect!!

[@annalevai5512]

Now I'm gonna have to explain to my teacher why I'm playing chords like I was playing an acoustic guitar.... (I'm a bassist XD )

[@tolunua4089]

SLAP

[@lilgreenmomo]

Have you come across that guy who places his bass that exact way? It's phenomenal!

[@annalevai5512]

@@lilgreenmomo from your description I assume I haven't bc it doesn't ring a bell for me. Can you tell me the bassist's name or sth? Thanks!

[@miatovich8539]

Me : hits a C major chord with a G as a root Beginners: hail sensei 🔥🙆

[@lb7625]

Dont say hail sensei

[@scottbourne1095]

Paul, You have no IDEA how many tutorials I have watched on youtube to break out of my intermediate/advanced rut. Your topics are brilliant as they make me look at the same old stuff much differently. I am devouring every single one of your videos. Your approach, gentleness and knowledge is absolutely Perfect! Thank you!

[@AmazePaulz]

every person who has played for a year or less, needs this honest video! and seriously. play all the vids at 1.5 speed and thats your template for improvement kids!

[@James.D]

‘How fat does that sound?” Made me chuckle I dont know why.

[@gpsb121993]

my automatic response was "Not as fat as your mom" XD

[@cuauhtemocmorisco3493]

@@gpsb121993 lmao

[@cuauhtemocmorisco3493]

Like the guitar farted 😆😆😅

[@Sallodeus]

Read this as he said it lol

[@ayooobro]

If I back it up... is it fat enough?

[@ralphtheripper7010]

can anyone tell me where from that chord progression comes from ? 05:02

[@robbrown5158]

I'd like to learn that too

[@ilyanagalen9320]

Foo Fighters have a couple of songs I recognise some of the chords from. It’s bothering me now as I feel like I’ve heard this before.

[@zachzero7382]

Just a quick attempt from me here- if we want the real version I guess we'll need to go sign up for his Patreon :) 332010 C/G 133211 F 200230 Dsus / F# whatever G you want (sounds like 3x0033 here?) 422400 E/G# (?) x02210 am 133111 fm + riff (mostly uses the 3rd fret of d string, frets 1+3 of g string, fret 1 of b string) x32010 C as Francesco Cappallotto mentioned in another comment, there are a few more "advanced tricks" he's using to spice it up: Ascending chromaticism in the bassline, which Paul covers in his walking bassline video, and Secondary dominants to introduce brief tension and release moments not strictly in the key being played (that Paul himself covers in another of his videos, "The one chord that fixes your boring progressions. Clickbait title aside, that video is amazing.)

[@evanboth5766]

Can someone tell me where I could find a sweater like the one he is wearing?

[@neila484]

In Amsterdam