Basic Introduction to 7 String Guitar

Here's a short, very basic introduction to 7 string guitars. Intended for those who are curious about playing a 7 string but have never picked one up before, afraid to get into it, or just don't know anything about them. I'm not a great guitar player by any means, so trust me when I say if I can do it, you can do it. Maybe a different way of looking at it is all that it takes. Hope this helps some of you out there. Thanks for watching.

[@hemipirate]

I absolutely LOVE when someone speaks to people without trying to sound like they're the all-knowing inventor of music and music theory!!!! Thank you, Sir!!!!

[@zsaz4453]

Well said

[@peaner083]

Definitely refreshing hey

[@Rotwang72]

This is an awesome video. Thanks for sharing.

[@petercheney8316]

You may not know diddly-squat about theory, but you are a natural born teacher. Good video. Thanks.

[@davidnoguera1470]

This is the easiest explanation of how to go from 6 to 7 , seriously, thank you very much.

[@thepostfire]

Yeah..this is the best intro to a 7 I've ever seen.

[@legniak1]

thanks for this dude. most people are a little intimidated by 7's and this explains it's not a big deal and just adds some extra low end 👍

[@esdwilliams]

Seriously, man. I bought my first 7 string about 6 months ago, and at first I was pretty intimidated to pick the damn thing up, but after playing it and getting comfortable, I fucking love it! There's so much you can do with it, especially with the extra low end. Like the man said, you just have to play it and get comfortable with it.. It's all cake from there.. Given that you've been playing a 6 string and you know what you're doing with it.

[@ThatBlindGuy247]

started playing 7-strings about 2 years ago. thought i'd never really use it confused me at first. now i own 2 and i play them almost everyday. ps. G# makes me moist.

[@hadifelani]

Now i see why some people are like that, because I'm feeling the opposite way since i am both guitarist and bassist and i don't get why some people are afraid to try 7 stringers. I didn't get confused to use 7 string at all because I've had bought a 5 string bass first and have already meddled with drop B tuning on my 6 string guitar way long before i got the 7 string guitar xD

[@GuitarsAndSynths]

@@hadifelani they are not that hard to learn but not for a complete beginner

[@unitednationsspacecommand6502]

I love 6 7 8 too I never afraid to use Any of Strings.I love how you can use 7 to Drop A and B and not tune down

[@aaronblank2318]

Man, I have been playing a six string off and on for a little over 20 years and have had an itch to try a seven string about about 3 months now. This video was EXACTLY what I needed to give me the confidence that I could make the transition without having to relearn it like whole new instrument. THANK YOU!

[@jeffreyburney6161]

I love a seven string guitar I actually have an Ibanez seven string. You can play pretty much the same stuff as you can play on the six string but I’ll go ahead and give you a little tip if you’re playing something on the E or the A string just muffle the B string. Because you’ll find that if you don’t you could accidentally hit the B string while you’re playing and it could mess you up. But if you muffle the B string. You can Strom chords all day long and actually hit the B string in is not gonna go through on the amp. You can get a seven string pretty reasonable nowadays if I were you I would get one with a fixed bridge though the floating Tamola in a seven string model is very difficult tune. A fixed bridge is a breeze to tune.

[@aaronblank2318]

@@jeffreyburney6161 Thank you for the tips! I will definitely keep this stuff in mind. I am now trying to decide between a 7 string and a Baritone guitar. Any thoughts on that? Btw, i always get fixed bridge/string through body guitars.

[@jeffreyburney6161]

@@aaronblank2318 My seventh string is an extended scale a standard guitar is 22 frets my seventh string is 24 most seven strings are 24 frets. I would definitely go with the seven

[@BullShark1579]

I'm Concidering buying a Seven String and I've watched alot of utube videos on this and ur the only one who actually encouraged me to go out and buy one. Thank u Sir.

[@alienog13]

Simple, well explained, no corny attempts at humor or over shredding to look cool...well done my man. Plus Crowbar rules 🤘

[@caseylee12]

I always wanted a 7 string, and I bought my first one today, because after I watched this video, I immediately understood the scale patterns. Bravo to you got making it so simple!

[@kaninramone6365]

I have a cheap 7 string I’m just getting into. Played 6 string as well as many other instruments decade plus. 0 theory. You know how to teach! I’m finally wrapping my head around why things are the way they are. Thank you:)

[@depswa3]

I wasn't sure to get a 7 string but after watching your video, I'm definitely gettin one, you make it pretty simple and straight, thanks a lot 🤘

[@bassequation3304]

Four years later, and your video is still helpful. Thank you very much! Greetings from South-Africa.

[@barkerfunk2559]

Been playing for several years now and just ordered my first 7-string. This is the first video I found and the way you clarified everything made me feel the need to comment. Thank you so much for this!

[@Breathemusic4202]

very simple, absolutely love the simplicity that is exhibited in this guys demeanor

[@Meshuggapeth]

Tune the G to a G flat so you can play regular guitar chords. It's like having a guitar in B standard tuning but with an extra high E string

[@Mike_D_5150]

Meshuggapeth Very cool! Thanks for sharing that.

[@drewperrot]

Yea but who tf wants an extra high E, you might as well just buy a six string and put it in B standard

[@tomwhelan6888]

Technically... (it's an F#) :P But that's a sick idea ima try it now

[@nonperson9825]

Fuck that. Put it in A standard.

[@adrianmojica2619]

@@drewperrot I used to do that, but after awhile, I realized how versatile an extra string could be. I would jump from an artist that uses E standard to an artist that uses drop A. Also, if you pair a 7 string with a capo, you can basically be able to play ANY reasonable tuning.

[@brendanlucero8585]

Dude you're the man!! Been wanting to get back into guitar and I really got into some bands that play 7 string but was unsure. You put those uncertainties to rest. Wish I could buy you a beer.

[@goshiki59]

Extremely practical ,logical and simple..some very good points......thanks for that.

[@hardcorestymie]

Great job of putting this into layman's terms even a beginner could understand. And great approach to playing and learning the 7 string.

[@richmarracino5977]

Nice job on the explanation! Been learning from the beginning now for a couple of weeks and your explanation is solid, simple and understandable. Thanks!

[@jasonburtally5477]

Probably the best vid I ever seen about a 7-string guitar. Simple and clear... Thanx a lot, pal!

[@Dericulus]

I even know a good deal of theory and you showed me things I didnt even notice. Its just a guitar with a little more of what you like. This was super helpful. I appreciate you making this.

[@rhymeskill]

Best video on this topic. Your humble approach helped me a lot! Thank you.

[@keesketsers5866]

Talking about a lightbulb moment! Thank you! Best explanation I have seen yet!

[@TheJdhisto]

You simplified the 7 string to the core. Really good job bro. Thanks

[@stlouisblueslover73]

Just bought my first seven string. This helped me alot. I get it now! Thanks bro

[@phyleneamuso1051]

Big Gratitude dude. This video convinced me to go ahead and buy my dream guitar, I was worried I was out of my league thinking it would be complex theory challenge. Great you're covering the topic for those of us who are less than prodigies but play our hearts out and love every second. I'm still striving thanks

[@jeffreyklaproth7794]

Great explanation! One correction, you were right when you explained that you can play 5ths on the low B and E just the same as you would play them on the E and A strings on a six string guitar. During your explanation you said that the B and E and the E and A are a 5th apart when actually they are a perfect 4th apart. Yes you can play 5ths on those strings but those strings are a perfect 4th apart. Anyone interested in learning more about this just look up musical intervals. Thanks for your video, you explained it really well.

[@OriginalKingRichTv]

One step difference between 4ths and 5ths kiddos! Stacking 4ths vs 5ths(powerchord) is one simple step

[@basedhumanofficial]

thank you for this! i've had a 7-string ibanez sitting in a case for like 7 years because i didn't get where to start. always meant to look it up, and i finally did. thank you!

[@spiralfirst6488]

Nicely done. I'm glad this wasn't a demo of superfast flash techniques, but instead a concise and sensible explanation. Thanks.

[@davidmurray9193]

Wow no confusion or muso head technical input, made for the average Joe well explained, thank you very much

[@hea1_b0t]

Huge thanks for this video. Really helped to understand the concept of a 7 string guitar. Simple and informative.

[@juniperflesco8477]

AMAZING VIDEO!!!!! 12/10 Completely nailed it my good sir. Thanks a million.

[@danielshastokas1787]

I bought a 7 string Ibanez today and this video is EVERYTHING I needed thank you.

[@lepenseur8191]

That's the best intro to 7 string guitars on KZbin! Well explained, Thank you!

[@stubbyburritoproductions3764]

I was weary about getting a seven string but you sir have comforted the idea! Will definitely get one now

[@Thefortflopster]

Awesome, one of the few guitar videos I've seen that actually make sense🤘

[@HeadbangersLocal]

Thanks man. I just order my first 7 string . I’ve been playing for about 2 decades and have been hesitant on 7’s. This just calmed all my issues. 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@stephenatgraceland]

I appreciate the useful information to get started. Thanks!

[@hastyhillfarmand4x480]

The fact that your wearing a crowbar shirt tells me im in the right place

[@shayne08]

All I can say is wow, thank you! You’ve explained this perfectly!

[@craven1927]

you're welcome, thanks for watching

[@bullet4531]

short and to the point, dude you didn't even confuse!!!Thanx

[@Cap_Fifeberry]

Wow! Thanks man...this is a really helpful video...really clears a lot of unknowns up! Keep it up!

[@pizzahut235]

Just bough a 7 string on accident I am having a blast relearning all my 6 string songs on the beast I bought. And this guys video helped me realize the simplicity of an extra string

[@geetarman58]

Thank you for the share! Your video opened my eyes to the 7 string guitar. I bought one today!

[@3FlyingFarts]

Excellent down to earth senseable video

[@kuntoaji4674]

It's very simple and clear to understand. Thanks!

[@Bassistking]

Love the Ibanez UV777. Always wanted one. What a great explanation on the 7, man. I used this same logic years ago going from 6 to 7, and 7 to 8 string. I got the gist of it for 9, so I skipped straight to a 10 string. As for bass, going from 4 to 6 was different having new strings high and low, but the same logic applies.

[@edwardfjohnson]

Thanks for this man! I was starting to doubt my 7 string abilities but this helps. Happh holidays!

[@jfgb1706]

THANKS, This video Is perfect , the answer to the secrets to understand the 7 String. really thanks, much better than other videos . I'm encouraged to begin playing a 7 String guitar, and again Thanks. it has inspired me!

[@ganeshchakravarthi3912]

Fantastic intro. Thank you very much.

[@stevenjodeir534]

Dude! Great video! For some reason, the idea of anything more than 6 strings was always intimidating. Not anymore. Your explanation was awesome! Thank you!

[@doomenthusiast]

Video explained stuff extremely clearly, this helps a lot, thank you.

[@robertsteele7766]

great video man. It's such a simple and prudent approach. thanks.

[@Nick_Har]

Very very helpful! I was worried about buying a 7 string because I thought it was something extremely different but now I am not worried thanks man!

[@jarellano4395]

I just bought a Jackson dinky 7 string to challenge myself a bit. This video helped a bunch,thanks man!

[@l.a.quinker8890]

Really helped me a lot thank you, n you're a humble person

[@fendermcmarshall]

This was my very first introduction to 7 string and I get it. Thanks for the help.

[@Pathfinder564]

Got my Ibanez RG7421. enjoying playing some old KMmeshuggah, Periphery etc. . wanted to explore more into my own compositions . . this video was exactly what I needed. Thanks a Ton

[@jamesc7720]

What a great video. Thanks so much! Would love to see more 7 string vids 👍

[@dannyhood4007]

I bought 7string like six months ago. It took all month getting used to. I didn’t touch my 6 string guitar for month. Played everyday after 2 weeks I thought I was comfortable, I still didn’t know where I was at or the notes. On 6th fret is F , and 10th fret is A . I didn’t know I could play full C maj 7 using a basic bar chord on first fret and leaving G, B, E strings open! My favorite C chord if I’m in E minor. Now I get on 6 string feels little off at first, it’s quick doesn’t take long to realize the low string is E string

[@skullroses]

About to get my 1st 7 string. thanks for posting.

[@joeyvanostrand3655]

Excellent advice! Thanks!

[@andrewsandefur7715]

Awesome video, instantly changed my outlook on if getting a seven string would be more novelty than practical.

[@Himalyantiger]

Thanks alot man!! Crystal clear lesson. Much appreciated!!

[@Mongo966]

lol man im glad i clicked on this video. I feel so much better about this now.

[@johnmac4251]

Thanks. Wanted a 7 string and this has made my mind up. Old man learning to play so i'll learn on the 7. Thanks again.

[@pablo9364]

Very insightful. Makes me want a seven string

[@kraiggonyo6883]

Dude that guitar is to die for!

[@dabrazillionaire]

Nice tips! I been wanting a 7 string RG ever since i saw Limp Bizkit and Korn's performance on Woodstock 99. I also agree with you to don't ever be intimidated by an instrument, just play from the heart and feel.

[@royothebuzz]

This was very useful to me, (just got a 7 string). Thanks a lot, oh and nice guitar.

[@thenorthernsilence9491]

Thanks for the simple breakdown man, very helpful

[@stihatch4492]

This blew my mind.. i just picked up a 7 string. This video was perfect!

[@eelbloom7]

Super simple and helpful, cheers mate ⚡️

[@Trper-qh1nn]

Great video, now I know I want a 7 string guitar this was the video to make my desire even higher for a 7 string guitar

[@peaner083]

Rad vid,rad shirt... really good explanation dude👍 Iam about to finally get my first 7 string after years of playing with 6s... can't wait hey. Cheers bro🤘

[@jeffdemarcus8143]

Good video man . Helped me a lot. Keep rockin dude..

[@RobLopshire]

This is awesome info. I just ordered my first seven after years on a 6, I purchased a Quest series Ibanez 7 that arrived today

[@agicorvus]

This is exactly what you want to watch as your first video after purchasing 7 string guitar ;) Very good work- easy, straightforward, not assuming any knowledge really, great introduction.

[@craven1927]

Thanks!

[@QuikdethDeviantart]

That is one of the most beautiful Universes I’ve ever seen! Looks even nicer all polished up! I hope I can afford one someday. 🤔 Keep up the great vids...I’m not new to the 7 string but liked your vid anyway (subbed!). I also wanted to say that the 7 string helped me understand scale patterns so much better because I could see the ENTIRE pattern (ie 3 whole steps, two half/whole and two whole/half) over the fretboard. After playing 7 strings I can now visualize the patterns on the six strings so much easier!!! An unexpected boon...I feel silly that I was intimidated at first, but came to realize it was actually easier in many ways!

[@craven1927]

Thank you, I appreciate it. And it is a beautiful guitar.

[@valezz8465]

thank you so much!!! I'm gonna buy my first 7 strings guitar in a few weeks, it was really useful!

[@skinnyTheCat]

Great intro & explanation! Thanks!

[@RockStarOscarStern634]

These Extended Range Guitars are actually the easiest to learn on because the 7th String is another B String. Fun fact the Low B String on the 7 String Guitar (and the 5 String Bass too) makes it easier to play what's written on the page because alot of the Music is going to be transposed to fit the ranges of other Instruments & singers especailly on Church Gigs. Extended range Guitars with up to 10 Strings (going all the way down to Low G# nearly 2 Octaves below a Standard Guitar) are a fantastic axe for Church Gigs cause you've gotta find the right key.

[@Wyckerman]

Thanks man, that's a very informative video.

[@loudnoises213]

Keep on rockin in the freeworld man! Great video!

[@chocoboStomPing]

Basically just have fun. That’s what I’ve been doing for myself. This vid helped me with a little bit of other things I didn’t know. So now I’m going to have even more fun

[@bedrockcastle777]

Excellent video. Huge props for playing Electric Funeral, too. That song is criminally underrated.

[@ronpatterson5483]

Great explanation!!! Thanks!!

[@markhoefels]

Just the best Video about 7 strings around!

[@exodor1]

Dude, thanks for the great video. Makes me wanna go get one and be confident knowing “hey, I can do this”.

[@patrick_mordena]

Probably the best intro video to 7 strings That ibanez uv777 blk caught my eye

[@alexmarion2674]

I just want YOU to know...because of you I'm getting a 7 stringer

[@jerkfacefuckasaurusrex328]

My Djent mop is gonna be so mad when I finally learn how to play. Thanks homie, this made all the sense I needed.

[@patrickengeler8799]

best Explantation i ever see. ty much

[@garydudu]

Very well explanation. Thank you.

[@osamanaeem3932]

Thank you sir best video on KZbin for us beginners

[@MDE-11-84]

0:11 'What we need is more cowbell.' - #ChristopherWalken

[@lucastepuk9077]

Loved this video! Thanks

[@jeffpettit3119]

It's wild I've told people the same thing..."It's just five extra notes!!" I always hear "I don't know what to do with the whole the extra string." Hell I bought an 8 string here recently and it's just five more notes after that. Good intro 7 strings man.

[@DMNDBEATZ]

Great video really helped me make a decision that I need a 7 string in my life!

[@michaelbaggsmusic]

Thanks a bunch brother! You made perfect sense out of it ( at least for me) . I was a bit intimidated but I watched your vid. and took off like a bat outta meatloaf. Lol. Much appreciated.