Neurotica Unplugged

[@uhhjake3007]

loving these unplugged playthroughs!!

[@Ice-AJ]

Ditto :)

[@MistaWap]

I almost like the playing god one more than the original..almost

[@nuntervonmeimgrundstuck6004]

But THIS isnt unplugged😂

[@AAIVE]

same, what a feat of fucking insanity!

[@kingliger3059]

Couldn’t agree more

[@yungruuku]

This band has single handedly, overnight, reignited my passion for music. I literally hadn't enjoyed listening to music for the last 3 or so years. I thought it was dead and buried. And hearing, "Playing God" for the first time literally made me listen to all of their published music over the course of a day and a half. I've been humming, singing in my head, etc. Shit is fucking gas, thanks Tim, Scott, Clay and Clay. You guys slap harder than a vengeful ex lover.

[@vvohvaelez9277]

just shows the value of continually hunting for good music

[@asherrives]

Same

[@UnruHorizon]

Thats my current arc lol.

[@jinomotoo]

Tim's probably gonna do a unplugged version of every upcoming pieces and it's going to be freaking nuts. Can't wait for the other pieces to release

[@BrianLTanner]

This isn’t unplugged whatsoever.

[@Tom-uw2ok]

I hope so

[@Tom-uw2ok]

@Brian Tanner dude. Nylon strings are close enough. Don't be a dick.

[@jonathanpineda2774]

@@BrianLTanner what’s that supposed to mean? There is minimal editing

[@spinchybb]

@@BrianLTanner yeah his guitar is totally plugged in with effects and not acoustic

[@aaronbrown981]

What really hooked me on this track is the way the riffs almost come across with the cadence of vocals. I can imagine lyrics to the pitch and pace of the guitar work so easily. The thing that keeps me coming back for every release is that they manage to have a "sound", but it's also always radically different. How does that even happen?!

[@nicholasp7749]

Can't fully comment on the last two sentences but I too noticed he uses a lot of pop vocal melodies. I am a fan

[@cej3940]

Yeah, it's a staple of polyphia ever since like Muse or right after Resurrect when they stopped doing vocals They also use pretty similar phrasing on each sorta "era", like Muse-Renaissance sound so similar to each other while The worst-present uses different phrasing while still keeping parts of the pop influence

[@HWBushh]

He’s said in videos that’s how he tried to compose music.

[@Bamtheman88]

music is a language. guitar is just his method of delivery

[@zuch4n]

He's literally connecting and stimulating the parts of your brain required for comprehending both speech and music

[@TheOneGuitarGuy]

I know that this is out of left field, but just keep this in the back of your mind since I know there are going to be people that say that Tim's guitar playing abilities are so intimidating that it makes you want to stop, or what have you. Guitarists of varying experience levels, Tim more than likely did several takes to get this absolutely perfect. Tim here is absolutely an amazing guitarist, without a doubt. I will not deny that he has prowess... But! Please don't put yourselves down because you saw his best take. We need to remember that no guitarist gets everything right the first time. It takes a pretty decent amount of time to be able to get the right take. Whether it be you, me, Tim, Guthrie Govan, or whomever. No one is perfect the first time. You'll get there, just keep practicing and playing and having fun. This isn't a competition. Music isn't a competition. You're awesome. Just keep playing.

[@nazarenkodenys]

Fair enough

[@joshviggiani9844]

were all simply human

[@alancraig782]

This was Tim's practice run or warm up.... There's no hope for any of us😭😂

[@MegaLaban12345]

Delete this

[@Zzz-ghostyyy]

Tim probably hit this in one try can’t lie. The dude is insane.

[@CashFlowz16]

Idk, but if it weren't for this man and his band I probably would have stopped playing guitar, as I got tired of metal, and these guy's music brought new light to me and my instrument, going on 3 three years playing, still have a lot to learn but I don't plan on stopping anytime soon. THANK YOU POLYPHIA FOR INSPIRING ME TO CONTINUE!!!!

[@akai_hana_23]

you're not the only one! i stopped playing guitar like years ago. i only play guitar for a year when i was 14-15 and then i abruptly stopped and never play anymore. and suddenly a few weeks ago i saw a clip of his interview on my ig and i was like "ok this is interesting" and proceed to watch a whole interview on youtube. and then i realised how much i still love playing guitar and suddenly started to play again and now i'm looking for guitarist spot in a band nearby my area hahaha

[@svenjansen2134]

Jazz

[@guillermobarrios7272]

Mmmm... los metaleros leyendo tu comentario 😂 El metal no es para playos

[@Jib_]

I know you said it's not ready yet, but we NEED a studio tour.

[@reavu4742]

Did he say that it wasn't ready on stream?

[@okanaux]

@@reavu4742 yea he did

[@asdasdasdasdasd239]

there are some photos from the room on polyphia's subreddit

[@crizoda]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnqqp5uwpZWkeqc

[@dripminic]

@@crizoda he moved bruh

[@DerekFrazier2014]

I just found this band a month ago and I don’t think I have gone a day without playing atleast on track since. This unplugged cut was pleasing to my soul. Just Damn.

[@who_cares__]

that shoulder pull at 2:19 was just Tim reloading his hands

[@epiclyraz]

tim’s right hand really equivalent to a certain caliber. frfr

[@davidgpeterson]

I just wanna live in that kid’s head for a week and get a glimpse of the genius.

[@TheRealSabakuNoGabo]

3:00 I just love how he throws the pick after finishing, face filled with sass; like "Yes Bitch, one take". This guy is miles ahead of us.

[@cosmos13336]

I thought that was a mouse click

[@svenjansen2134]

He looked bored by his own playing. That was a pick not a click.

[@AcroPlaysIt]

​@@svenjansen2134he actually usually practices before filming

[@Dgamer2025]

@@AcroPlaysIt ya

[@tristangrenouillet7082]

I always love see Tim play unplugged polyphia songs.

[@ryannicklas4606]

We need an unplugged polyphia comp with selections from every album

[@carlosriveramusic]

And at least for me, it really helps when you want to learn tabs.

[@dariomargaca]

I always love to see Tim play

[@healthypostnatalbody]

Same, it still scares me though

[@liarcomposermusica57]

yea bro

[@denverwilliams22]

I wonder what Tim from Polyphia would think about this cover

[@MegaLaban12345]

Lamest fucking comment, delete this.

[@vadir3517]

Lol this is Tim's channel

[@sangeunii4245]

@@vadir3517 i think they were joking

[@vadir3517]

@@sangeunii4245 you think?

[@sangeunii4245]

@@vadir3517 i was being saracastic

[@MrMeek79]

his style is so mind blowing.

[@danrobinet1785]

This song keeps growing on me. Liked it the first time but you rrally appreciate it the more you listen and these acoustic versions bring out all the little nuances. Awesome job all of you! And Tim ye... perfect as usual!

[@TudBoatTed]

exactly how i felt

[@webaally2984]

Love the ending riff of the song, honestly my favorite part 2:33

[@mrigankb94]

The way it has the old Polyphia in it ❤️

[@danieldiniz2385]

@@webaally2984 fr, those slides are sooo smooth, and on acoustic... it got even better!

[@smelltheglove2038]

Sounds like every other thing I’ve heard him play. Hes the trap beat of guitar.

[@tijs909]

Amazing how clean it is even on acoustic

[@robblanchard1097]

Nylon* :)

[@PabloMena]

@@robblanchard1097 nylon are the strings... It's still an acoustic guitar...

[@bright.light.sights933]

@@PabloMena I've noticed people doing this shit a lot lately. People wanting to teach when they haven't done the work or have the proper understanding.

[@freestilesteve]

I was actually just about to ask that. I knew it was an acoustic but wasn,t sure if it was a nylon or standard steel/bronze stringed one. Thanks for clearing that up for me. I kinda could tell it didn,t have that overly bright steel/bronze/nickel whatever string acoustic sound ya know.

[@bright.light.sights933]

@@PabloMena It's like people get off on correcting each other so much that they'll try to do it on subjects they lack knowledge on

[@cacamarxsaventh2984]

tim is like an anime character with character development. his training story arc is his practice sessions. instead of improving every battle , he keeps improving every song they make. not only him but the rest of the band

[@imissedthejokesorry3829]

He even looks like the main caracther of a shonen anime

[@svenjansen2134]

That's one of the largest appeals. This aesthetic of anime and video game speaks to a lotta young people. Not to me tbh. Too old and that virtuoso skill gets boring real quick. Off course I'm jealous of his skills but it lacks certain emotions for me.

[@altairiel6335]

Tim and Scott have also known each other since they were kids, so he also has the power of friendship

[@m.a.x.7134]

I swear tim gets better with every song

[@worthless_punk]

I mean, that's the point

[@bishopvida]

i swear song get better with every tim

[@yungplague5534]

That's how that works

[@xavierazad]

I song better get every tim with swear

[@nicknitro8237]

I better song get tim swear with every

[@sleepy857]

I’m so addicted to your unplugged version. So satisfying

[@x511100x]

2:35 the next 5 seconds of this little section is so underrated, I'm glad to hear it in more detail

[@SlownVibin]

It's sooo beautiful

[@bobyneow8242]

Yeeeees !! I was so eager to hear an unplugged version of this song litteraly for this little line that's a bit lost in the mix of the original release !

[@消灯-j1j]

Also the arpeggio at 2:18 is so crisp that gave me chillssssss

[@JoseCOSTA-en4vt]

Loved that! So Al do Meola! This guy is from another Galaxy!

[@x217xwebb]

The right hand doing work

[@fiddleslayer5147]

This guy is gonna be the hardest stuff for decades. This bring back the days whenever guitar wanted to learn dave matthews. Love it bro!!

[@Arin4Life]

I just admire that you’re still learning and practicing new things hard everyday. Truly inspirational.

[@MegaLaban12345]

Sure

[@something_wild2862]

2:30 to the end is absolutely beautiful.

[@Arin4Life]

Another great thing about Polyphia is, once they drop the new one, they also drop 3-4 playthroughs soon so that we can enjoy the song 3-4X more and better

[@jamiefitzpatrick3377]

Would love to see them redo "O'D." in this style of playing with these guitars, would be absolutely insane

[@22karot]

I feel O.D. just wouldn't sound good on an acoustic, but knowing Tim, he'll make it sound good.

[@alex__rios]

@@22karot kzbin.info/www/bejne/nGebiXVpr5uBbtk This madman did it and it sounds fucking sick

[@nickm.1552]

We need a full mix acoustic version!!!

[@shanadiwinata]

imagine an acoustic EP

[@BloomerzUK]

@@shanadiwinata a man can dream

[@bubbernub651]

The part at 1:06 where the acoustic tone really rings sounds so goooood Could get addicted to hearing that mixed in to the usual electric stuff

[@soulsded]

Following These unplugged Playthrough a along with the tabs makes it easier to fix easy mistakes you mishear when listening to the fully mixed song. Seeing you and hearing the specific notes and flow makes it way easier to learn

[@iamnotverybright2509]

The panning of the bass at around 0:56, was a really nice touch. I like that.

[@MegaLaban12345]

Good to know

[@aaartem]

playing this on a nylon is fucking insane

[@SadSamba]

this is no classical guitar either, much easier to play than a proper one

[@apenastorugo]

@@SadSamba Exactly, isn't just a random acoustic guitar for flamenco, this is a guitar made for nylon shred, like the Tosin Abasi and Xavier Reyes ones and Malmsteen acoustic guitar.

[@dariomargaca]

@@apenastorugo yes, but still harder than the normal eletric.

[@SAwesome2]

@@dariomargaca Yeah, I think it'd be easier on the fingers but harder to get good hits or volume out of each note.

[@dariomargaca]

@@SAwesome2 I wouldn't be so sure about the "easier on the fingers". Probably its a matter of taste / what you are most used to. I can imagine someone that rarely or never touches nylon to struggle way more due to lack of experience. But I understand your POV

[@MrFrankie4700]

Tim’s story is so good, his mom was very strict wanted him to play violin but he wanted to play guitar, hanging out with a fun bad crew at school, but still had that passion but for a different type of sound, that’s wild to me. Not to mention bro is so well disciplined he taught himself software engineering and landed a job, fuck this man is not only inspiring me in music but in life thank you Tim, just went to your concert in Houston a few weeks ago we love you man

[@elevatestudios]

One the most talented and knowledgeable guitarists I've ever seen!

[@hoppskippity]

The Pick drop at the end equivalent to a Mic drop. Flawless execution as always!

[@carlosemeza1]

Greatest thing about being a polyphia fan: been listening to their music since like 2017 and found out yesterday my mom not only listens to them but has seen them 2 times already lmao she’s in her 50s glad to know where my music appreciation comes from. Definitely trying to see them live with her as a surprise present next time they come by nj/ny

[@SanchoCanlas]

I like how at 0:49 he plays the solo with higher notes but then transitions farther up the neck to get a deeper and different sound, it sounds amazing. That’s what’s sick about this song is that Tim and Scott at times play the same thing but at different parts of the neck which makes learning this fun. Legends. Also…thanks for putting both parts side by side on the TAB…amazing

[@lyconxero457]

Playing God aside, this song is actually pretty cool acoustic. This makes me think that a separate acoustic EP or maybe a deluxe edition album with acoustic versions of the songs would be really cool to have. Plus, I really want to see how Scottie would re-do his solo in this song for an acoustic studio version.

[@the_truthdealwithit4217]

Crazy how good this kid is. He does things NO ONE else does.

[@mattd6085]

He's good but it's not new. There have been technical guitarists for decades.

[@JoshuaAnderson91]

Hell yeah, it's wild how awesome each of these songs translates to acoustic

[@emersonmayeaux2482]

Amazing playing as usual. It is a joy to watch and listen to Tim's compositions. His precision and skill is off the charts. His playing also has a lot of expression. Outstanding performance.

[@kinkinmyslinky967]

It’s amazing how Wynona Ryder never seems to age.

[@captndonut]

holy shit you fucking killed him man

[@Orloxxx]

LOL

[@Slcslcslc]

was looking for a comment like this. thank you sir

[@bradleynguyen7870]

that's because this is Wynona Ryder playing a guitar in the 90s

[@jeffjohnson419]

God damn it

[@joshuaijaola2145]

I'm loving this whole unplugged series, hopefully you cover all the songs on the album

[@paulymolly9380]

Ive been listening to this on repeat for an hour and i still cant get enough , i dont play any instruments but i always dream of being able to play like Tim

[@albarkamusa]

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[@yzekkai]

as someone who picked-up a guitar (not exclusively, but mainly) because of him, it's quite a wild ride

[@simpumoon]

@@yzekkaifun innit?

[@Penrose707]

Somehow this unplugged version shreds harder than electric... can't wait for you boys new album Tim, already know it's gunna be straight fire

[@straydotmp4]

something very satisfying about the fact that he sits like a classical guitarist

[@towelie4625]

His legs are crossed but pretty much. Right handed classical guitarist sit with the guitar on the left knee with left foot elevated body between the legs.

[@pogboy537]

I started learning an instrument because of you guys. Take care. One day I will reach your level

[@SedrikGSX]

So glad we can hear all these masterpieces unplugged, loving this series!!

[@albarkamusa]

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[@brandonmoser4247]

I really like the unplugged versions too. Would be awesome to see whole records recorded like this. Not like 100% acoustic, this way sounds perfect

[@spaceboy3000]

One of very favorite parts of this awesome song is in the "outro",(at 2:32) if that's even the term. If you listen to the album version of this song, it is easy to initially miss how all those light, glittery notes supporting those last few measures are anything but an afterthought. The melody in these last few measures (?) is actually quite simple, but when you see him playing it here acoustically, you can begin to appreciate EVERYTHING (!) else he is doing aside from just strumming the melody!! It's unprecedented. (Please forgive my semi-ignorance of correct musical terms - but you get the idea)

[@free2928]

These unplugged videos get me so motivated and excited to pick up my guitar.

[@yayguy444]

bro I just get so relaxed when I watch Tim play it’s so satisfying seeing a master a work

[@albarkamusa]

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[@chessrootslove9916]

Love this...and those beautiful axes in the official video!

[@tehonlygod]

The whole song is a masterpiece but the second build at 2:10 is insane 💯

[@joncampbell5021]

I like that I looked up neurotica covers and this was one of the first videos

[@FIREGOD333]

this video gives me a renewed sense of life and purpose, bro givin me lil cherub energy cuz i feel like im in heaven no lie

[@ВероникаДонина]

Сколько же труда стоит за этой чудесной лёгкой игрой!) Тим! Спасибо!)🙏💕

[@ircasinaga]

THIS IS THE BEST VIDEO IN 2022 IN THIS WORLD... YOU HAVE MADE OLD PEOPLE RESPECT THE NEW YOUNG GENERATION

[@KitKatWiffleBallBat]

Playing with feeling is everything. That's what really sells a beautiful piece of music. Tim in his flow state. ☺

[@Nachtopus]

The most amazing thing about watching him play it is how calm he is the whole time

[@eugenepetercaguioa3141]

I never get tired watching this

[@riddic4444444]

Never in my life have i had a room as clean as yours is in that video. Also, you are setting new standards for the music i listen to, and it is making it harder to appreciate the simpler musicians. you are an insiration.

[@GypsyCoroision]

Tim bro you’ve had a mad rockstar glow up lately good job man

[@Sierra-xi2ty]

Ive seen this song getting some hate. I don’t know how. This song is so uplifting and enjoyable. This unplugged version is amazing.

[@kastefer7827]

the original version isn’t that good to me and i LOVE the band the unplugged version is actually fire to me tho

[@DDracee]

i dont think its "actual" hate, it's just they set their bar up so high and some expected an other step up from the previous stuff main problem with this one imo is the pop music inspiration makes it sound a little more generic than it actually is

[@paulymolly9380]

@@kastefer7827 i agree 100%

[@baxtre6006]

@@DDracee i agree. when i first heard the song, i thought it was kinda boring and repetitive at parts, but now that I've listened to it for longer, I'm liking it a lot

[@winstonharalson6774]

I kinda understand how some people don't like it. First time I heard it I didn't really like it because it was not what I was expecting but it grew on me alot, love it tho

[@thomasanstice5246]

it is an absolute pleasure to watch you play unplugged Tim!

[@maximeb190]

Those unplugged playthroughs are the best kinds of flex.

[@Laytar]

Epic Tim! I just played the first parts at my channel to create an acoustic loop of this, but you play the whole song.. OMG I really love the unplugged versión 🖤

[@maxcopple8187]

I love the sound of his guitar. I mean I’m sure it wouldn’t sound like that if I was playing it but it compliments his style very well.

[@hiHi-bc2lf]

I’ve been waiting to see that guitar again and this beautiful piece of a person😭

[@rickmoses5081]

A MUSICAL GENIUS! LOVE his mindset of NOT in timing rhythm patterns and syncopation. I’m a drummer and I just LOVE his grooves! I’m in COMPLETE AMAZEMENT! BLOWN AWAY! He has an EXTREMELY EXTRAORDINARY GIFT at such a young age! Play on bro, play on. LOVE your content. IM HOOKED!

[@abaddonapostle3373]

I don't even play guitar no more... How much colorful can you be in a single song!!!!!! What a tube!!!!!!!🤯

[@OldeTyme69]

With all the effects and hype stripped back it becomes even more amazing

[@Elwood.J.Blues13]

Tim, the Universe is literally a better place because you exist. You have a style and a touch I've never seen, snowballed by surgical precision on every note. Every single note is audible and watching you play is hypnotizing. I literally cannot quantify words to describe how ingenious your approach to music theory actually is. I'm gonna absolutely love watching and listening to your music for as long as I'm able.

[@svenjansen2134]

Does your Blues Brother feel the same? I have a vague feeling what John Belushi would say about this music. Like you said: he can play anything with alien precision and skills, makes all musicians jealous because he's so insanely good. But there's no soul. And it takes sociopaths to become this good. It's in the playing; no emotions. I'd rather hear a Slash solo anytime. I'm old also. But then again, this must be good because they're so good. Maybe they're too good.

[@svenjansen2134]

When you are this good you better play jazz hehe

[@pupsic0la]

tims picking hand is what really amazes me in all these videos. zero tension and such smooth optimized motions

[@itisejay]

You know you've made it to the top when you're criticized for how you look rather than your skills.

[@CrabRackune]

I'm back! Lol. And drunk too!! I just wanted to thank Tim for taking the time to make this video. I watch this one most frequently and I love the way the song sounds and feels with that guitar. It's just a great feeling. Cheers! 🍺

[@ItsTate]

Im a piano player and prefer in general this instrument more, but the diversity and creativity you are able to express with the guitar brings me to want to learn it. just impressive how ease you make it look. Incredible precision.

[@chediablo2809]

Holy moly this is on another universe level, I been playing over 30 years and when I watch Tim play I just put my guitar down and listen, he’s unbelievable!!!

[@katialima7777]

Conheci esse estilo musical já poucos dias. Amando ❤️. Agora, além de Tim Henson também ouço Ichika Nito, Marcin e é claro: Polyphia ❤️

[@nasirsiddiqui7573]

the absolute apex of guitar playing.

[@Extraamedium]

He did NOT look happy after that lol

[@Swishy7734]

prob cause it took him all day to record lmao

[@deepimpact9664]

I hardly ever came across any artist sharing so much information and knowledge about their work as you do. In the name of every musician out there looking for advice, inspiration or even for a challenge: Thank you!

[@Essenence]

Unrelated, that room is aesthetic af 😭🖤🖤

[@BrandonChaunceyOfficial]

Love that little dynamic octave slide piece between 2:22-2:29

[@VyseVersaGz]

You're so talented bro, you're the Goat in my opinion man, tons of respect

[@vinniegray1180]

Crazily smooth

[@Tina-sx5lf]

i'm so happy he did an unplugged version for this song

[@gregbrechelt2295]

Who else is still coming back to keep watching this master class from Tim? 2023

[@nicopaar4974]

I love that Tim created incredible catchy songs which have some level of playability for casual guitarists from time to time. Great stuff.

[@albarkamusa]

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[@wadya]

Sometimes I want to hear Tim play long notes :)

[@webaally2984]

I really love These unplugged play throughs cause they have really helped me with learning the songs because the sounds and finger placements come out clearer

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[@lumayne8829]

0:52-1:09 is sooooo good

[@Charles-uh2il]

Love the arpeggios into the harmonics

[@weiboviet8624]

I have to stop in the middle to drop some praises. The amount of talent we got here is insanely huge people, sh*ttttt. Hand down cause we’re living in the best era and there will be not another Tim again. Thnks god!!!

[@wednesdayraeven78910]

Our boi was barely breathing the whole time lmao that exhale of relief at the end lol

[@xyrenegade]

It sounds amazing unplugged, my brain cant process those fast complex riffs lmao

[@johnrodriguez7156]

Lovin’ the melodies! They remind me at times of runs that would fit in RnB tunes. Big fan. Mad skills 🙏🏽

[@iseetheWAYVision]

Their songs just sends tingles into my brain

[@ItsQkaisen]

Its so freaking amazing how well he can compose! Absolutely love the sound!

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[@jessereed8416]

Absolutely loved the neurotica drop, hope to here way more very soon🎸

[@jackoberheim5308]

I love how he just looks so bored when he plays I know he’s like bobbing his head but this stuffs hard like I’m trying not to poop myself trying to play this. Tim your a frikin legend

[@jackoberheim5308]

What exactly does that mean?

[@jackoberheim5308]

Polyphia please come to St. Louis I was gonna come out to Lawrence Kansas but driving home from Alabama that day

[@skroodup]

I will never get tired of the fretboard artwork on his guitars. It's gorgeous.

[@DjanDean]

Amazing , I really love the unplugged version and also like the way he ends it by putting down the pick and staring at the pc

[@Yahhooo]

I love this new song and it’s even better when Tim plays it unplugged.