7 String Guitar for Beginners - 7 Tips to Help You Get Started

[@CoozieCovers]

Who knew someone who looks so intimidating could be one of the most wholesome KZbin guitar instructors. Thank you for this. Just got a Schecter Demon-7 and this video is going to help me tremendously with adjusting!

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you my friend🙏 🤘

[@Bob-jl2oe]

What?

[@Creatic58]

@@Bob-jl2oewhat do you mean “what”

[@system331]

He doesn’t look intimidating at all 😂 he looks like a regular dude 🙏🏽

[@TheBerzerkGazelle]

Just got my first seven string for my 30th birthday. I've wanted one since I started playing eight years ago. I am beyond excited.

[@jasonstallworth]

🤘

[@harshtruth9148]

I love channels where u feel the passion just looking at his face

[@jasonstallworth]

🤘

[@Lazaralis]

looks constipated to me great video though

[@jasonstallworth]

@@Lazaralis Nah dude, that's just an old dude's face...protein powder keeps me regular! lol

[@shinobi2324]

Like Cobus! Its infectious to the less confident 😎

[@Sourens]

True

[@michaelwhite3478]

5 string bass player here, playing for 27 years now. Just started playing guitar a few months ago and went right to 7 string for the tuning familiarity of the first 5 strings. Its been a godsend bringing the learning curve down a bit.

[@jasonstallworth]

Yeah man I love those perfectly match! It simplifies things

[@VoidboiV]

my ordered guitar arrived as a 7 string instead of 6. Pretty much a beginner, but I guess is destined! These tips really pumped me up to feel it less daunting!

[@jasonstallworth]

🤘

[@JesusIsLord7773]

How was it bro?

[@anthonydisanto439]

Dude you are the best teacher on youtube. You dont talk to us like we are mini steve vais and i appreciate that. Ive been learning alot on your chanel THANKS BRO

[@jasonstallworth]

🙏🤘

[@TheGreatDiabeto]

i just got a 7 string yesterday for christmas and ive already learned so damn much from this video. im 100% going to use your videos to keep on keeping on this journey. thank you so much big brother

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude, that's awesome to hear! Also, I have a 7 string playlist on my channel with more riffs and lessons

[@Dropaguitar]

Maybe I can repeat the success this Christmas hopefully

[@xCreepyKidsx]

I've wanted a 7 string since the late 90s and finally got one this year in 2024. I've always been more comfortable on 6 string and 4 string bass, I even picked up a Bass VI just to have some new options to explore. I really hope I can get good on the 7 because I'm so used to playing Punk and Hardcore or 70s style Metal stuff on a 6 string that all those nasty riffs most bands play on 7s seem intimidating.

[@jasonstallworth]

The 7 string can be a different beast, for sure. I do have a 7 string playlist on my channel here so check that out for some riffs.

[@wc1957]

Dude dropping some seriously helpful knowledge for a lot of people that need a little help with the transition to a 7.

[@jasonstallworth]

Glad this helped! I’m considering adding a 7 string course to my guitar academy in 2025. www.jasonstallworthguitaracademy.com

[@RockStarOscarStern634]

You can also use 7 String Guitars for Church Gigs because with the Low B String, transposing is way easier to match the ranges of singers.

[@jasonstallworth]

I never thought of that (and I played in churches for 20+ years!)

[@RockStarOscarStern634]

@@jasonstallworth Sounds like you should take your extended range Guitars with you on Church Gigs (or even so Virtually) cause they seem like a good fit for that music.

[@RockStarOscarStern634]

@@jasonstallworth You could play this song on the 7 String Guitar:kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3iklYWeiNp9jq8 cause Gospel Music is the most popular music that people who have extended Range Guitars can play.

[@RockStarOscarStern634]

@@jasonstallworth Bucky Pizzarelli popularized the 7 String Guitar & may he RIP.

[@jasonstallworth]

@@RockStarOscarStern634 🤘

[@neckcheese1356]

I got mine because I wanted access to lower notes, but didn't want to sacrifice the higher notes by down tuning. Plus, I really like the way clean stuff sounds in standard tuning. Another reason is that I like to jam along with some of my favorite songs (80's Thrash), and many of those are in standard tuning.

[@jasonstallworth]

We love our 80s thrash!!

[@caseylee12]

I sometimes use mine for country, and that extra B string for base runs.

[@noahdirosiermusic]

@@jasonstallworthhh

[@tranqbee6543]

Jason you r the dude…..I’m a weight lifter and guitar player After watching your video I bought a Ibanez 7 string multi scale with Fluence moderns. I have been playing just the 6 strings and has helped enormously to acclimate to the guitar..thanks metaldude!

[@jasonstallworth]

Great to hear that...I still struggle with this thing! lol

[@FishXCheal]

just bought my first 7 string guitar yesterday a jackson dinky archtop js22-7 and it took me awhile to make the decision cause i hit a rust and wasnt progressing with my 6 strings anymore and this video made so so happy to have purchased it thank you for posting such helpful videos cant wait to check out the rest of them

[@jasonstallworth]

Awesome and glad this video helped! 🤘

[@mobymobymobymoby]

Thank you for those simple chord progressions. Sometimes I need to be reminded of stuff like that to get the creativity flowing. I've been using my 7 like a more downtuned 6 and I need to change that by being more aware of what's available.

[@jasonstallworth]

Really glad this helped! 🤘

[@mikesmith1290]

I just got the Ibanez Axiom 7 string Multi scale!! Can’t wait to soak up all this 7 string stringy awesomeness

[@bblevins]

Perfect Timing! I just got a seven string and feel totally lost.

[@jasonstallworth]

So good to hear that, dude! I'm not sure if you caught the end of the video yet, but I share some of my initial frustrations and why I almost got rid of my 7!

[@shane4796]

Keep at it man, Jason tipped me over the edge I went all out on an esp 7! no regrets 🤘 don’t know your music preference but learning some Korn stuff is relatively easier fun stuff.

[@jasonstallworth]

@@shane4796 that’s awesome and good to hear that!! Funny thing is my preference isn’t the typical 7 string or low tuned music. I’m an old school thrash metal guy but I also integrate a lot of the European metal styles like Nightwish. You can hear those styles combined in my latest release here: www.jasonstallworth.com/music/masterpeace/

[@anisnej10]

Mine is coming wednesday. Have only played a bit of bass, and otherwise my main practice has revolved around piano.

[@jasonstallworth]

@@anisnej10 piano is awesome to learn and I need to get better at that!! I’m a complete novice at keys!

[@lostinalbion4223]

My Schecter KM7 MK3 just got here last week. This video is great for us first-time seven stringers.

[@jasonstallworth]

🤘

[@jackharrison2916]

Waiting for my new and first 7 string to arrive now! I've been a half-assed player for the last 5 years or so, playing on occasion but never really expanding my skills. However thanks to 2020 I've been so much more dedicated thanks to excess free time and youtube. I'm a death metal/deathcore player and want the ability to play lower tuned songs, but the more I've researched 7-strings getting prepared for the extra string and found myself exploring the fretboard like never before. Stoked for you videos man, thanks for all the help and pushing my playing.

[@jasonstallworth]

Oh dude, that’s gotta be exciting, waiting for that to come in!!!

[@nickchavez1050]

Stumbled on your channel searching 7 string vids…..thought to myself: Megadeth tshirt, puppets flag, EVH 5150…… this is my guy right here 🤟🏻🤟🏻

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you dude...all things that are cool!

[@nickchavez1050]

@@jasonstallworth hell yeah!

[@jsemaj8451]

Great video, I was just thinking about getting rid of mine, your tips have helped me move forward with giving the 7 string another chance. I've been spending less time watching videos and more time playing, but greatly appreciate what you're putting out there for us guitarists

[@jasonstallworth]

Awesome to hear that dude!

[@anthonyrosenthal2864]

THANK YOU for this video! I will have my first 7 string in a few days and was just searching videos on KZbin for a place to start. Even after playing 6 string guitars for many years myself, the idea of playing a 7 has been a bit daunting. I especially DO NOT want to limit myself to just the lower notes as you said, so seeing that you were on the same page as I am on that I continued to watch the video. I'm going to use this as my primer so to speak. Many thanks!

[@jasonstallworth]

Awesome to hear that and glad this helps! Yeah, the 7 can feel like a different instrument at times!

[@anthonyrosenthal2864]

@@jasonstallworth I'm going to think of it as a new adventure. Thanks again!

[@jasonstallworth]

@@anthonyrosenthal2864 🤘

[@MetalRomario]

HB Amarok 7 coming home! many thanks for these tips to start the 7 string journey, really appreciated. amazing biceps btw.

[@jasonstallworth]

🤘

[@tankdarla637]

Thank you Mr stallworth. You provided a simple lesson that I can follow right along with and get me started with my new seven string. Some other 7-string lessons I looked at just jumped in with like sweeps and all kinds of stuff that I can't even do yet on my 6-strings LOL...

[@jasonstallworth]

Awesome to hear that and glad this helped!

[@warkhunt5030]

THANK YOU SO MUCH MR!!!! Soon Im gonna be getting my first "budget" hb 7string my first first guitar and I think your video is gonna help me a lot! Thank you from advance and have a great day :)

[@jasonstallworth]

Awesome to hear that man 🤘

[@DudeWithAPuter]

thanks, im getting my 7 back tonite..like you said i gave it up but now i understand

[@jasonstallworth]

🙏 🤘

[@bkingx70]

Just recently found your videos, and just picked up a schecter Damien elite 7 diamond series getting back into playing after 12 years, and your videos have helped me a lot! Keep on rocking man! Thank you

[@jasonstallworth]

Awesome to hear you're back at it!

[@blackenedistheend]

Yo i just got a schecter Damien elite 7 diamond series.

[@hierrogm]

Great vid leaned some stuff and that’s awesome , love the enthusiasm..nice work

[@jasonstallworth]

🙏🏻🤘

[@metalzombie6669]

this lesson rips, needed some 7 string inspiration, I typed in "Learning metal on a 7 string" so glad i did, my 7er is a Schecter JL-7FR with the newer Duncan Jeff Loomis pick ups, I truly have never heard actives sound this good, stainless frets, it sings for days, a very very stable guitar, one of Schecter's best. I tend to noodle too much on a 7 string because they sound incredible and are too much fun, this video helped me focus on the chord progression

[@jasonstallworth]

🙏 🤘

[@stonkastonard9466]

7 string arrives today ,I'll be certainly following yourself, absolutely awesome

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude congrats on that!!

[@RJMelling]

This is a great video, and your best tip is #7 - don't restrict your playing to just chugging on the low string! I also got mine for compositional purposes but it helped that I'd been playing a 5 string bass in a prog metal band for 4 years. I'd been writing a lot on that bass and I got sick of detuning my guitar so I got a Mark Holcomb signature PRS which I love!

[@jasonstallworth]

Yes, that 5 string bass makes a world of difference! Those PRS guitars are nice!

[@RiggsGarage]

Great first video, I just picked up a bargain craigslist seven string and found this video. Jammed the whole way through with you, really appreciate it!

[@jasonstallworth]

Awesome! Yeah, you can pick up some good deals out there on used gear!

[@RiggsGarage]

@@jasonstallworth LTD MH-17, $150. Surprised how good it feels for an entry level guitar. Appreciate your help

[@Hellraiser7string]

Thanks a lot for taking the time to teach as much as u do.

[@jasonstallworth]

🤘🤘

[@Friu887]

So glad I found your page. Wish I had subscribed sooner. Just bought a seven string. This helps so much. Thanks bro.

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you for the sub and glad this helped!

[@kingpriapatius5832]

When I started listening to Carcass, Hypocrisy and other 7 string bands at that time, I became obsessed with buying one. I have 7 string Ibanez RG1527 (made in Japan) and it's absolutely fantastic. The whole point for a 7 string, is that it gives you total different chords. It might take a while to adjust and get used to it, but it's absolutely amazing.

[@jasonstallworth]

You're right, that's the point of playing a 7 so that you can expand! Love some Carcass and Hypocrisy!

[@mrjibbat1429]

About to invest in a Jackson pro series (misha in neon orange) been playing 6 strings a while and this will be very helpful. Thank you

[@jasonstallworth]

🙏 🤘

[@connornielsen5382]

Dude you are lit!!! Cool video man. I picked up a Jackson 7-string because I wanted to get down on some Nekrogoblikon and Carnifex. Keep slayin brothaaa

[@jasonstallworth]

🤘🤘🤘

[@krata420]

Ordered my 7 string today, definitely I will use those tips when it arrive, thanks!

[@jasonstallworth]

Awesome to hear that!

[@iio58]

Nice video, thank you. I just got a 7 string as I already have my Strat and Les Paul, and was tired of de tuning my LP so I got the Ibanez Apex 30 7 string for ultra low, “A” tuning Korn style haha. So I’ll stick to the other 2 for general play and my 7 string for low note anger release 😂

[@jasonstallworth]

🤘

[@TheMexcutioner]

Glad I'm not the only one that makes those faces after playing the same riffs I would on a six but on a seven. Solid vid man, keep it up!

[@jasonstallworth]

Lol! 🤘

[@bama5490]

thank you i just bought my first 7 string its a modified jackson hard tail CRANK IT mr stallsworth i can hear southern rock to night wish type riffs all ready i love it keep these lessons coming WELCPME TO THE NEW HEADBANGERS BALL LOL HELL YEA

[@jasonstallworth]

Man, I miss the old Headbangers Ball!!

[@caseylee12]

Just bought my first 7 string because this video made it so simple. Thanks a ton!

[@jasonstallworth]

So great to hear that!

[@JesusIsLord7773]

Hi im an intermediate Acoustic player and I only have an acoustic guitar.. is it ok for me to get a 7 string as a first electric? Thanks!

[@caseylee12]

@@JesusIsLord7773 go for it!... When I first started 7string, I bought 2 sets of strings, same size (10s in my case), 1 set nickel, the other set neon green. I put the regular set on EXCEPT for the low E string, and for that one I used the neon green low E. And the next time I needed to change strings, I reversed it. That gets you use to using ( or avoiding) that extra string until you get use to it. Good luck!

[@skarfacegaming243]

I bought my first guitar today to learn how to play and it’s a 7 string. I’m def going to come back to this after I find some super basic stuff

[@jasonstallworth]

Awesome man...checkout my playlists for my 7 string videos!! That will keep you busy for a while!

[@taylorvice1610]

Really great tutorial, I just subbed. Question, what Audio Interface do you use to get such a clean metal sound like at 5:05? Guessing its all recorded digitally through an AI and some plugins? Thanks!

[@jasonstallworth]

I use Presonus gear (interface and Studio One DAW). The key is to adjust the interface input level so that nothing is clipping. I believe for tones I was using Positive Grid's BIAS FX. But this is the amp sim I've been using lately: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4qunp-katBnga8si=UXSBhkwX6lYG-ccZ

[@taylorvice1610]

@jasonstallworth thanks for replying! Looking forward to going through your instructional content !

[@brutalieri]

Thanks for the tips. Much appreciated!

[@jasonstallworth]

🙏🤘

[@mxam2140]

Thank you dude, your playlist is helping me a lot to step up on my 7 string ! And you make it very easy to understand even for a french guy like me. Btw is there any link to download the backing track you're using in this video ?

[@johnlegend6410]

Thanks man this is awesome planning to shift to 7 strings

[@jasonstallworth]

It's a cool experience! Though I'm still more comfortable playing my 6 string guitars. I may try an Ibanez 7 soon...I like those Wizard necks; they fit my hands a little better than the ESP 7 I have.

[@Charzilian]

I picked it up pretty quickly but I'm glad I watched this. Don't know why but it didn't even occur to me to alternate the same pattern between e and b.

[@jasonstallworth]

I'm glad you got the hang of it quickly! It still feels like a different instrument to me at times! lol

[@Charzilian]

@@jasonstallworth oh yes, it does still feel different. You probably already know this but you can tune the third string down a half step, which makes it so your lower strings are the six, and the first string is the extra. That kinda helped me get used to it.

[@mtnmanmike]

I'm liking that EVH 5150 iii it has that "HEAVY" sound im looking for. especially a 7 string played thru is just a beast of a Amp. keep it Metal \m/

[@jasonstallworth]

Yes, this was the best amp purchase I've ever made!

[@RockStarOscarStern634]

@@jasonstallworth This will really shed light on Eddie Van Halen

[@freakguitargod]

Sweet! Thank you for the tips and tricks, Im looking forward in expanding my guitar playing skills to a 7 string guitar because I like a challenge for something I love doing! lol

[@jasonstallworth]

It’s definitely a challenge and I’d be lying if I said that I still don’t struggle with it at times!

[@CHRlSBLAlN]

Dig the video man! Also dig that sneaky album plug haha I'm comparing models now and hoping to snag my first 7-string soon!

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you, brother...man, this ESP E-II is a nice one! I have a review on it here: www.jasonstallworth.com/7-string-guitar-esp-horizon-fr-7/

[@CHRlSBLAlN]

@@jasonstallworth Really can't go wrong with ESP! I've got an M-1 Custom, and an LTD EC-1000 Deluxe. I'm actually looking at the LTD M-1007 QM because I love the Fishman Fluence pups

[@daniels5607]

Thank you as a new player this was great to use.

[@jasonstallworth]

Glad this helped 🤘

[@anthonyschoenfeld29]

Just got my first 7 string today, its a schecter Dimond series Damien platinum 7, ill definitely be supporting your channel 🤙🏻

[@jasonstallworth]

That sounds like a nice guitar!!! Also, check out my playlists...there's one with all of my 7 string videos that you may find helpful

[@anthonyschoenfeld29]

@@jasonstallworth thank you kindly im headed over to check them out

[@NinjaKnight117]

Love the vid. Just picked up a 7 string Ibanez yesterday and was kinda wondering how to incorporate that low B. Thanks for the tips my dude. 🤘

[@jasonstallworth]

Always wanted to play an Ibanez 7 string...those necks fits my hands better

[@NinjaKnight117]

@@jasonstallworth I was staring at these Jackson 7 strings but at Guitar Center they had a few Ibanez used and I love my other Ibanez hollow body so I went with that 7 string.

[@theofficialcoolguy69]

bought a 7 string a couple of months ago but kept on ignoring the low b because i didn't know how to incorporate into my playing. can't thank this video enough for getting me started!

[@jasonstallworth]

Yeah, that one extra string got in my way for a while!!

[@abysscreaturekatsu3443]

I wanted a 7 string because of Trivium. I have a somewhat good control on my picking hand, But expect to go stale on a 7. I've played one of the basic riffs (and proceed to play more) on a 6 string to get me prepared

[@jasonstallworth]

I actually have my 7 string for sale. After four years, I just never fully connected to it the way I wanted

[@kevinerickson84]

​@@jasonstallworth 😂

[@RakietaRexa]

Nice material, now i can undertsandt 7s guitars. Thank you! :)

[@jasonstallworth]

🤘

[@RakietaRexa]

@@jasonstallworth hah, now I must to buy it \m/

[@rajdeep_banerjee]

Warm wishes on New Year!! Thanks for the informative video! Stay blessed!!

[@jasonstallworth]

🤘🤘🤘

[@rickneff-metal6275]

Great video man! I've been playing guitar for decades myself, LOL. But I love it. I used to have a 7 string, but I sold it to Guitar Center. I really regret selling it. On my 6 string, I play in drop C. But I feel very limited on a 6 string. So I just ordered a Schecter Omen 7 string, and it should arrive today. I can't wait. I'm probably gonna drop the low b down to a though. I just love the heaviness of it. Anyhow, great video!

[@jasonstallworth]

If you only knew how many times I've thought of selling mine!! lol Life with a 6 string was so much more simple!

[@maxwellsdem0n]

Hahaha, OK man you got me... no more avoiding it, I'm picking it up today with the help of this awesome video. Thanks Jason :)

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude that’s good to hear!! 🤘

[@johnholmes125]

Jason i have been following you for some time now. And i think you are the best person to answer my question. right i`l get straight to the point, ive just turned 50 and probably bought 6 guitars over the last 30 years and each time had them for a few months then sell because i felt i was getting nowhere, but recently i have tried again and bought a schecter hellraiser c-1 6 string and man i love it has the split emgs pickups, i can play some basic chords and now bits of songs but its only now its finally starting to sink in and improving slowly! but more than ever before. so hope your still with me and not fell asleep!!! so here's the thing I'm 6`7" rocking 19st my sound im after is like carcass/paradise lost so im torn on which guitar to go for next ? So 7 string or 6 string baritone!!!!! so if you're in my shoes what would you pick and why Jason it would just help to know your opinion if possible? Keep the cool content coming,,,, Stay safe & Peace out in these dark days..

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude, it's hard to say! I have many 7 string videos on my channel (I even have a playlist for 7 string lessons and tips!)...but I'm considering parting ways with mine. I've had it for over four years, have recorded an album and many projects with it, but it just doesn't feel like 'home' if that makes sense. But it may indeed be a great fit for you, especially wanting to play the styles you mentioned! And being tall, you probably have a lot better reach for a 7 string than I do, and I think that has played a role in my decision here.

[@johnholmes125]

@@jasonstallworth Jason thanks for a speedy response bud! What are your thoughts on baritone? But I think I know what you are going to say man haha. I will figure it out I guess great to see people like you still doing what Yr doin I'm a 80's metal head 1st album was iron maiden killers the rest is history..

[@christophergagnon6856]

Hey Jason. I appreciate this video. My first 7-string is on its way. I'm looking forward to the new challenge. Sounds like we are approaching it from the same place. Thanks for sharing.

[@jasonstallworth]

You're gonna love it!!

[@christophergagnon6856]

@@jasonstallworth OK Jason I have a question. My primary amp is a Marshall Origin 15W. I'm thinking it's not the right amp for the 7 string as the low string gets super muffled and distorted. Any tips on the right amps for low grinding metal? Or even some amp/pedal settings you find that work well? I started playing metal when I was 14 - all on solid state amps but now in my 40's I play all genres. Jazz, blues and rock sound amazing on the Marshall but I'm wondering if the tube amp isn't for metal. What do you think? For reference I'm looking for a sound like 'Burn" by In This Moment. Solid, low, percussive fury...

[@christophergagnon6856]

An update in case anyone else is dealing with the 7-string amp question. Turning the amp master way up solves the problem. As always the metal solution is the best solution. Not sure my family appreciates this approach but I believe my problem was trying to practice at a reasonable volume.

[@danc3746]

I been a 6'er for 30 years, looking to venture into the 7th...thanks for this.

[@jasonstallworth]

You're welcome! I'll admit, it's still not second nature to me and I always feel more 'at home' when I pick up my 6 string!

[@mattvanity284]

Awesome video my dude. Loved the backtrack jams too

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you and glad this helped!!! I’ve got a new killer metal riff lesson coming out this week!

[@seanmiller7889]

You are the Man Jason! Just picked up my first 7 string Jeff Loomis signature Schecter model in blood red. It is sick! Thanks for the lesson. Have a 🍺beer on me.

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you dude, I appreciate that 🤘

[@stevenlobo2828]

Great video man! Having a tough time adapting to a 7 string guitar, been through a few now but I’m sticking with an Angel Vivaldi 7 string for now. I get really bad wrist pain and pain in my thumb joint but when I switch back to my San Dimas models everything is fine. Did you have any pain making the transition? Any tips on overcoming this? Cheers!

[@jasonstallworth]

Glad this helped. My hands do get a little more tired but not really any pain. I have a lighter touch when playing in general than most

[@Andre_tc]

I beat you man, I picked my first guitar in 88. Although you beat me too, first seven string in 23... 😅 35 years later! My Solar A2.7 arrived yesterday. Ok, so what am I supposed to do now with this thing? Your video is an excellent starting point. Thank you so much for your great work. I just subscribed to your channel and I'm looking forward to see your other content.

[@jasonstallworth]

Sometimes that time seems like yesterday! Thank you for the sub 🤘

[@LaZicos]

I'am a great beginner and I've decided to start on a seven strings (the Schecter Omen 7 Ext), a lot of people asked me "but why don't you begin on a 6 strings like everybody?) Because I love this song and I think in music it's important to enjoy what your learn (sorry for my english speaking)

[@jasonstallworth]

It’s all about what makes you happy, man. I just encourage you to play more than just the low notes

[@truthseeker630]

Great advice as always. I feel a bit more confident now thanks. Getting my 7 string soon!

[@jasonstallworth]

Really glad this helped!

[@ryanx7170]

Really greatful 4 these vids I've been playing 6S along time wish I could have watched your vids back then pre youtube days watching this vid yesterday and your motivation helped me decide to get my new RG7421 I'm really enjoying it gona be picking up the tricks on this channel thanks so much dude 🤘

[@jasonstallworth]

Awesome man!!! I've yet to play an Ibanez 7 string!!!

[@suckmyfruitboot]

What’s the time signature and bpm for riff we’re learning at 8:00? Trying to play with a metronome lol This video is fantastic btw!

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude, I don't remember the BPM to this. A lot of times I delete these tracks in the studio and move on to the next lesson...I really have to stop doing that!

[@suckmyfruitboot]

@@jasonstallworth no worries! After a couple more tries I got it figured out 🤝

[@ryanx7170]

Gona be watching these 7 string vids quite abit I reckon thanks bro 🤘

[@jasonstallworth]

I hope they help!!! I have a 7 string playlist as well! And I'll be making some more 7 string vids coming up

[@hieuprogrammer]

Hey man, I know your channel is primarily about guitar but can you share some tips on how to build a Powerbuilding or Powerlifting program? I train Powerlifting and play guitar, too but I have been stuck in plateus for 3 years.

[@jasonstallworth]

Man, I'm definitely not a powerlifter but I have been weight training for most of my life. I actually have another channel for that here: kzbin.info/door/b28r9psLEU_bd8zwblDXzA

[@iduncanw]

Awesome coverage of things to consider on a 7 string. I've contemplated one, but haven't seriously looked. Google suggested a "best 7 string" article which after reading I quickly came here. I'd love to try some of that just down and extra dirty B string one day, but might have to offload an existing guitar to do so. One question: have you played other 7 strings and if so how much would you say the very nice ESP E-II has helped with your choice to keep it or just playability in general? They're more expensive than any of my other guitars , but I've got a Ibanez Prestige and there is something about it that's just beautiful to play. And think we have to say Keep it EXTRA metal with a 7 string 🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@jasonstallworth]

I've been back and forth on selling mine for some time now...I'd be ok parting ways with it at this point so let me know if it's something you want!

[@iduncanw]

​@@jasonstallworth as much as I'd love that axe, I can't really afford it and I'm in Australia so transport would probably cost a fortune.

[@RobLopshire]

very helpful. in process of purchasing a headless 7

[@jasonstallworth]

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[@johnsguitarmusicanddemos]

Dude..... I didn't know you're so jacked! Besides that... this is a helpful video. I played a 7 and 8 string before but I didn't dig the 8 string because not many nice sounds with chords with it. But I'm thinking to buy a 7 string soon. Thanks for the upload!

[@jasonstallworth]

Glad this was helpful dude!!! I think you'll like the 7 string!

[@johnsguitarmusicanddemos]

@@jasonstallworth I want exactly what you're using. LTD with EMG pickups. It doesn't get more metal than that!

[@iam5486]

Really loving your channel Jason! Thanks for all the lessons 👏✊😁

[@jasonstallworth]

You're welcome! 🤘

[@michaelpaul7955]

I have a 7 String BC Rich Virgin with a Floyd Rose tremolo. It has the widow headstock and is all black. This is before they did the speed loader style and I hear now that the Virgin 7 String is discontinued.

[@jasonstallworth]

🤘

[@richardwilliams3497]

Cool video, the backing tracks to play along to are a nice touch. Did you get your RG back with the new pick ups yet?”

[@jasonstallworth]

I go pick it up this Thursday!!! And I’ll have a few video there a day or so after!!

[@Dudfoot67]

Hi, on a 7 string how far would you tune down for a much heavier sound before the sound is totally muddy ?

[@jasonstallworth]

For me, the standard B is low enough. I don't understand why anyone would want to tune down further than that. I believe folks confuse low notes with 'heavier' but 'heavy' is more of a feeling and vibe. A low note is just a low note. There are plenty of heavy songs in standard 6-string tuning. That's my just take on it dude.

[@nihilistic4726]

I've been playing for about 6 years right now and life got really busy for 2 years. I drug my guitars out to find out both of my electric guitars neck have became warped leaving, thankfully I still have my basses and accoustic but I'm looking for something that provides a heavier tone. You might have just completely changed what I'm gonna buy

[@jasonstallworth]

It's great to hear you're back in it!!!

[@jayjeronimo]

Been waiting for this!! Thankyou!!!

[@jasonstallworth]

Really glad this helps dude!!

[@sauletto1]

Good stuff, brother . Subscribed !

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you for the sub 🤘

[@fretbuzz4983]

Hey what are those square panels you have beside your monitors?

[@jasonstallworth]

Oh those are just panels that came with this IKEA desk. I really want a smaller desk though!

[@josephwitt1549]

Love your energy

[@jasonstallworth]

🙏 🤘

[@gregorygalati3435]

Extremely helpful dude

[@jasonstallworth]

🙏🏻🤘

[@kengur3403]

Where did you get your desk with speaker shelves? :)

[@jasonstallworth]

This desk came from IKEA. It's been a nice desk but I'm looking to switch to something a little smaller and get proper monitor stands.

[@arondahlberg5086]

I bought a 7-string last week but I really do not understand the fuss, it's pretty much the same as a 6 stringed guitar but with more range and an extra string. Sure the chords ends up in different places, but it's like playing down tuned. With some basic music theory 7-strings becomes pretty easy to get used to. Maybe it comes easy to me, since my wifes sings and I play the guitar and almost every time she changes the key on every song we do. So I always have to get used to mixing everything up xD Thing is my 7 stringed is tuned to D standard which pretty much solved everything, most songs suddenly can be played in the normal position and shapes but with a much more heavy sound. Since I get an open A, open D and open C. And my wife often ends up on those or E. Songs in E she usally want in A and vice verse for some reason. She usally ends up singing an octave higher on every song, so if it's to low, we change to a higher key, if its to high for that we lower the key. Some songs I had to rethink on the 7 stringed though, but it's been a minor thing, since that is usally always the case on the 6 stringed. It just feels like you suddenly have soo many options on the 7 stringed. I understand that it can be an individual experience, but where I come from this opened up a whole new dimension of playing. Feels like I was born to finger a seven stringed or atleast married into it, depends on how you look upon it. I would say that the key is learning the chord and scale shapes and just get a fundamental understanding of music theory. Then you'll have no problem understanding the rest and getting used to the new playfield is a cake walk from that point :)

[@jasonstallworth]

For me, it wasn't so much the theory side of things. It was more of having a bigger overall neck and just not used to that extra string being there.

[@arondahlberg5086]

@jasonstallworth yeah that extra string confuses the muscle memory a bit. Playing the first day I had to actively think about taking the right chord so that I did not land on that 7 string, especially when playing open chords, but that went away after a full days straight playing. Only shows itself now when I play songs I already know for the first time on the 7th string guitar, new songs I learn never have that problem😆 The wider neck on the otherhand feels natural though, I guess it's because I've played alot of classical guitar so I'm kind of used to a wider neck. I have a feeling though my experience would have been quite different a couple of years ago.

[@DAWJAMRecords]

I just ordered the Schecter Damien 7, and I love the idea that I can play drop A or standard tuning with ease using that 7th string. I am worried though, I feel like I might have bitten off more than I can chew. I've been playing guitar for maybe 10 years but only playing *seriously* for maybe a year. I'm sure you know exactly what I'm talking about there. Did I jump the gun? Is there a milestone I should have hit on the 6th string before moving up? Anything I should look out for?

[@jasonstallworth]

Going to a 7 is tough! I actually have a blog (and video) giving some additional tips here: www.jasonstallworth.com/6-to-7-string/ That said, I still kinda struggle with the fact that I have a 7 and I'm going to be sharing some pretty big news on my KZbin about that soon!

[@DAWJAMRecords]

@@jasonstallworth thanks! I subbed, so I'll be sure to see that when you post it 🤙

[@mattbrumhead655]

@@DAWJAMRecords if your comfortable jumping around with power chords and octaves you'll be fine! Just have fun with it at first🤟

[@jeffdemarcus8143]

Kick ass video, and shirt...keep rockin dude..

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you, yeah, I’d never seen this particular Megadeth shirt before so I snagged it as soon as I saw it!

[@jeffdemarcus8143]

@@jasonstallworth I remember seeing them in Atlanta when Marty Friedman and Nick Menza were with em..Coal Chamber opened..Good show man.

[@lntermilan]

Do you think as an absolute beginner(day 1 new to guitar) a 7 string would be fine to learn on?

[@jasonstallworth]

It wouldn’t be wrong or right as long as you’re learning the basics of guitar first, especially your regular chords, which you will be playing that low B string. Make sure you learn the fundamentals otherwise that could hurt your development later (you don’t want to just learn to chug those low notes all the time)

[@Georgedepinedo]

Greetings mate ! Question... Why do you have those walls next to the monitors? (I got the same monitors).

[@jasonstallworth]

Those are just part of the desk, which I got from IKEA. They're not necessary and don't really serve any purpose

[@Georgedepinedo]

@@jasonstallworth Got it !!. Greatly appreciated it.

[@steveymercy]

Big help thank you 🤘 I barely manage 6 so what the hell possessed me to go 7 I'll never know.

[@jasonstallworth]

I felt the same way when I got this thing...and honestly, there are some days where I wish I had just stuck with a 6 string. But I've already recorded an album with this thing (Masterpeace was released in 2019) and much the album I'm releasing in 2021 is 7 string.

[@DJCJ999]

I picked up an Ibanez rg7321 for 50 bucks but don’t know where to start… seems to be a bunch of different tuning’s available 🤷🏻‍♂ are the riffs in your lessons in B Standard?

[@jasonstallworth]

Keep it simple and just stay in B standard is what I recommend.

[@babyfigg2189]

New to electric guitar, is this guitar ment for metal? Or can I change the strings to to play more pop type songs. I also got this guitar with the fender champion 20 amp.

[@jasonstallworth]

The strings aren't going to impact or determine the style you want to play. That's more of a personal preference as to what feels right to you

[@s01id74]

Hi Jason. Thanks for a another great video. I stumbled upon your channel awhile ago and I must say you have helped me a lot. A year ago I picked up playing guitar again after a long break. And I have played regularly ever since, mostly autistic. I have played a lot when I was younger so I didn’t have to start al over. As a reward if I continued playing I would get me an electronic guitar and amp. Which I did( an Ibanez GRG121DX and a Boss Katana MKII). I absolutely love playing the electric guitar, metal all the way. With a lot of help from your videos. So I am already planning to upgrade to a better guitar. I love the sound of 7- and 8-string guitars(Meshuggah), the heavier the better. So my question is if I should go for a 7 string for my next guitar? I know I have just started my guitar journey. But I wouldn’t mind playing just 6 strings on the 7 string for a long time just to get used to the feeling and then start slowly adding the 7th string What do you think? Any help is appreciated. All the best from Sweden.

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude, thanks for supporting my channel and glad my videos are helping! My initial thoughts are to have you keep hammering away on the 6 string and get really comfortable and proficient with that...maybe another 6 months of solid and dedicated practice. Then make the jump into the 7 string world.

[@s01id74]

@@jasonstallworth Thanks for the advice much appriciated. I will set that as a reward that after 6 monthis of dedicated and solid practice on the 6 string I will get a 7 string. Thats a good for the motivation.

[@jasonstallworth]

@@s01id74 That's a great way to go about it...it will be your reward!

[@owenswearingen6929]

I've been playing since 12 and I get bored easily. Makes it difficult to find new material to learn and get better. I'm 40 now and had finally obtained a 98 Ibanez 7string jumbo. Everyday I pick it up, I play until my hand can't do it. Do you have any advice on techniques for playing shred on a jumbo acoustic? Thumb placement, etc.?

[@jasonstallworth]

I don't really try to shred on acoustic. But I will incorporate some short stints of speed picking here and there. It's really just finding the hand and finger positions that feel the most natural to you and go with that.

[@whiskeymike8010]

Thumbs hit your thumbs up button!!!

[@peaner083]

Hey brother 👍 Glad i stumbled onto this,cool vid. Iam about to get my first 7 string,after mucking around with 6's for quite awhile. Ive been a huge fan of KoRn and other bands like Fear Factory, since the early/mid 90's, so actually a bit surprised its taken me so long haha The shameless pun/plug was good too bro and really enjoy your playing and just whole general attitude so i think ill be checking out your CD Thanks 👍🇳🇿🤘 *Edit* I went to buy your CD and a shirt... didn't wanna work, do you ship to Australia or nah?

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you for the sub. I'm actually in the middle of changing my shop platform and it will be a better experience and worldwide shipping...should be p in January!

[@peaner083]

@@jasonstallworth Cheers dude

[@unraveledultimatefate]

Hello there, is tuning already suitable for playing deathcore : Oceano, Born Of Osiris, Whitechapel?

[@jasonstallworth]

I only play in standard tuning - not sure what those bands tune to

[@unraveledultimatefate]

@@jasonstallworth It's cool to hear either way as i was interested in borrowing one of those for 900 $ if i could.

[@ozgur1271]

which plugin do you use? it sounds great...

[@jasonstallworth]

I'm using a real amp (EVH 5150 III) here. What you're hearing in the full mix track, in the beginning, and the backing tracks were recorded with just the SM57 mic. The lesson clips are just me playing through it in the room with the camera mic picking it up (that's why it's not as clear)

[@ozgur1271]

Okay, thanks a lot, what about drums?