The CAGED System: What Most People Are Not Telling You!

Hey, friends!
Happy Saturday to you and I hope you’re all doing great out there.
Here’s a little insight to some of the less talked about benefits of the famous CAGED system.
It’s not new and it’s not going anywhere. It’s simply the way the fretboard is laid out on the guitar.
Hand position and triad voicings are the two main components that I see as the most important.
Have fun with it all!
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[@DanRussellGuitar]

We are so privileged to have the luxury of just opening a web browser and have the likes of Guthrie Trapp, Rick Beato, Uncle Larry, Jimmy Bruno, Ford Thurston etc etc, right there on tap, these guys are our influences these days. Constant great, great content!! who needs TV!!

[@SeeCSeesCC]

❤Skool,! Love ALL those you just mentioned, and Jimmy Bruno, I love him

[@DanRussellGuitar]

@@SeeCSeesCC Jimmy is a treasure, he also nails down the importance of learning the 5 major scale shapes, all you have to do is accept the hard work you must put in with this stuff, it takes time and patience, we MUST listen to these guys, they are who they are for a reason.

[@SeeCSeesCC]

@@DanRussellGuitar I sure couldn’t agree more I love the way he operates to Jimmy Bruno. He is no pretense. I’ve been listening to Guthrie for a long time same with Jed and Rick Beato, but I got to say unequivocably Tom is my favorite of all time. i’m flying to Nashville in a few days to attend the record release party for he and Guthrie. I’m so so so so excited.❤️

[@DanRussellGuitar]

@@SeeCSeesCC Just watched your video of young Jack watching Uncle Larry 🙂

[@SeeCSeesCC]

@@DanRussellGuitar ❤️ that’s right. He knows Tom. There’s a couple videos of him loving blues in G, his favorite tune,

[@justinburnett2173]

the half speed setting has never been more abused than it has during this video. Thanks alot for the tips.

[@midnighthour4299]

This guy is the real deal, no bullshit just guitar skills for days and down to earth sharing his knowledge.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks a bunch man! Means a lot to me and all my buddies on here as well. 👍🎶😎

[@m.vonhollen6673]

There’s no better player or educator that’s teaching how CAGED works on YT than Guthrie Trapp. Thanks for focusing on CAGED!

[@bk1bennett]

I didn’t realize the day I discovered Guthrie Trapp that it was a great day. My appreciation grows with every video! Thank you x 1,000

[@unabonger777]

rarely am I moved to say something, but that opener was absolutely stunning, maestro level stuff

[@randylyon2772]

That sounds like your putting a classical guitar twist in there. I really like that

[@DanielSeriffMusic]

Awesome lesson, Guthrie!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Glad you liked it!

[@JulianFoster-og8ru]

What a great lesson! Also encouraging to see the great GT faffing about with some chords and ending up saying 'whatever that is' - I feel right at home 😄

[@hugo_benoitroche]

That intro (along with everything else) was just outstanding! Thank you Guthrie 🎶

[@leefroycal]

Your guitar mastery is a given. But I hope you realize what a brilliant communicator you are of this stuff. Natural, relaxed delivery.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Wow, thank you!

[@mikesolomon6130]

Wow that beginning sequence was beautiful

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks !

[@onemancarnage]

Yep, I use those strings and I use those cables. Absolutely love them

[@dweezl01]

Mr:Trap your the real deal. Thanks from Amsterdam Nederland going to watch this another 50 more times.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks man!

[@ralpholiver1519]

Yes indeed.....one learns by teaching........god bless us crazies and those that lead us on the crazy roads

[@djb3545]

So glad to have met you in NY. You are a class act. Show was amazing. Thank you!

[@BlackGuardBilly]

Guthrie- you are an incredible player and a great teacher. Everything is a melody and in perfect harmony. Like a breathe of fresh air after a few hours in a smoke filled bar.

[@musicman1976]

Unbelievable how just one Great teacher can unleash a great way for me to understand.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks man!

[@paxtontaylor8632]

Just got my copy of In Stereo. What a blessing to have authentic music like this in my library. You guys are tremendously talented musicians. Side D…just wow. Thank you.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks a bunch man!

[@Sammywhat]

Thank you, GT. We are all in supporting your efforts as you bring so much to the musical community. Heck, we can buy shirts, mugs, CDs, or even "likes" and "subscribes" and tip jar offerings... anything that will show our support. You are worth more than gold to me, sir. I know there are many of us that appreciate your hard work and dedication to the craft. God bless you dearly in all you set your hands to!!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Much appreciated!

[@paulmcconnon7596]

The people of NY do not know how lucky they are to have all those amazing musicians on the one stage for 3 nights. How blessed are they. Keep up the good work Guthrie.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks so much! Help us spread the word!

[@BizarrePudding]

Yes we do

[@Iseeyou317]

Very enjoyable to watch. I learn from just watching you don’t even have to say anything

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks man!

[@TrevorrNourse]

Such a gifted teacher, thank you.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

You're very welcome!

[@SeeCSeesCC]

❤GT, I was at both shows for the record release. I wanted to say to you, thank you for the wonderful effort and the sincere heart that you thanked us all with. Your parents have raised a wonderful, wonderful TALENTED young man.

[@patrickphotographer7522]

Love the way this dude is sooo unassuming and yet not only does he know his stuff but he explains it in such an easy to digest and natural way. Its like having a friend sitting in my room!

[@capivaraverde]

I watched the In Stereo live stream and all I can say is THANK YOU for gifting us with such amazing musicianship!!!

[@boydromines4369]

Thanks for the detail in this CAGED video. One of your best. But a request. You mentioned in a recent video that you are considering setting up to add backing tracks for some of your videos. For me your totally solo playing at the beginning is one of the most special things you gift to us. Few others do (can?) that. It’s not easy to transcribe your solos and study your playing but with a backing track it would be much harder. So, from one of your admirers and fans. What you do now is great. Thanks Guthrie.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks a bunch man. I never know what I’m going to play until my ass hits that chair. The backing tracks I was referring to are for some new Artist Works lessons we are launching real soon. Thanks a bunch!

[@waynegoodfellow5305]

Hey ya Guthrie. I'll be watching the 3rd and Lindsley gig from my loungeroom in New Zealand. Looking forward to having a beer or three while watching you guys rip it up! Love ya work!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Hell yea!

[@tetsuyama5116]

ThankQ GT for the CAGED reiteration ! Spectacular as always ! We are all truly blessed !!! Cheers from Thailand ! 😎🇺🇸🇹🇭🇺🇸⚓️🎸✅☕️🤠😎

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks a bunch! Thailand. Wow!

[@ariecht1807]

That stuff around the 14 minute mark is so beautiful. It's amazing how you much you consistently unlock. Thank you.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@toddtyler]

Really appreciate that y’all aren’t trying to sell on your channel, happy to buy your music, go see you live and support you directly. Love the variety show format man - keep it coming!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks for listening!

[@gordancvetkovic1966]

Great lesson brother! Thank you 🙏✨️🎸🎵

[@bryonguernsey9794]

Yes, how dare they try to sell us something while giving us all this useful free information. That’s a pretty fair expectation right?

[@dn2817]

I just randomly found this video. This instructor is lightyears beyond my understanding of the guitar neck & it is overwhelming & too fast for my beginner brain. But as he moves through each micro lesson, I can pause it & take some time to consider what he said & try to copy & mentally grasp it. My fingers get tired / hurt a little just trying to keep up. What a superb video for the beginner and more advanced players. Thank you !

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Keep it up man! It’ll all start clicking soon. Thanks a bunch.

[@tracyredding]

I could listen to you noodle all day and never get bored. Your instruments instantly recharge my soul battery

[@SixStringRay]

*Love your mentality brother* ❤

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks man!

[@SixStringRay]

@@guthrietrappmusic 💯🤜🤛

[@williamhurrelbrink3324]

Absolute gold! Take heed young players. Thanks again Guthrie. I always always find inspiration in these.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mikeg3754]

Not sure about anyone else but this video just gave me a lightbulb moment. I have spent so much time learning chords up the fretboard and never put this together. Thank you for this video.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Great to hear! Thanks a bunch

[@mr.carter9004]

I’ve been playing for longer than I’d like to admit. This is the best tutorial I’ve ever seen. Live, KZbin or otherwise. Thanks

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Wow, thanks! So happy to hear that.

[@backlineman]

Buzzing the tower over here, but still really cool to watch and listen. thank you

[@vanmira]

Today on the driver back from camping, I told my friend about your channel. I told him how it makes me feel like I'm hanging out with and being mentored by an amazing Nashville musician. I appreciate you Guthrie!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

That is awesome! Thanks man

[@fredve3984]

Guitar House of Tulsa! Yah man! Try to get there any time in/around T Town.

[@pauldaniels6158]

Unrelated… Just sitting down with my fresh outta the box “In stereo” LP. sounds so good. Thank you!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Awesome! Thanks man!

[@pauldaniels6158]

Great show! Caught Saturday night. Smokin band. Great vibe. Off the cuff and joyful. No surprise. The rhythm section was relentless in the best way. Thank you all

[@bobbyhallmusic]

Thanks, Guthrie. I like the exercise of being able to outline 1 4 5 in each position of the CAGED system. That is an assignment that I will add to my list as a guitar teacher. Most of my students really need me to outline this stuff in a fine tuned, step by step process.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Exactly. It’s like building a house.

[@bobbyhallmusic]

@@guthrietrappmusic From the foundation up. I wrote a book on this after teaching for like 10 years and just not having the material needed for the guys (and gals) who want to improvise but don't want to learn the note names. It's all about the shapes, mystery they open, and leading them to the deeper knowledge behind it all once they are into the waters and swimming a bit.

[@kingbryn1692]

Great video. As always. Fluid guitar chops. As always. Side note. My In Stereo vinyl is due to arrive later this week! Side side note yesterday my uncle brought over a Alesis drum machine that he wanted to gift me and we got to jam together for the first time. I shared one of your videos with him cuz he had no idea who you were. And now down the rabbit hole he goes! If he doesn’t find Uncle Larry on his own I’m sharing that with him next

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks man! That’s awesome

[@jega157]

A couple minutes is all we ask. Great channel. Thanks.

[@alisterrae5822]

Always a privilege to listen to you Guthrie. You and Uncle Tom are just the best, man we are lucky to have you Stay safe.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks a bunch, man!

[@jcournoyer2]

What you played at the beginning was really amazing

[@SeeCSeesCC]

❤GT the tone is other worldly wow I’ve been transported right into Outer space, the beautiful part

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks man!

[@SeeCSeesCC]

@@guthrietrappmusic see you a friday❤️

[@Stevestevestevestevestevesteve]

My favorite guitar player is Guthrie amazing to get him to make these for us. Thanks man😊

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Glad you like them!

[@createlovehappy]

Thanks for another great lesson. Especially the part that starts around 12 minutes in where you unlock those target notes that indicate the chord changes.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@DanHall897]

Guthrie, I don’t comment on ANYTHING on KZbin but I will make an exception for you. Damn, you are the real deal! A musical genius and we really appreciate you sharing it with us. See ya in November in NYC!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Dude! I’m far from a genius of any kind, but I really appreciate the kind words! We can’t wait for NYC

[@No1Particular]

So much love and good energy for you guys and your upcoming New York show. It's awesome that Uncle Larry and you will be performing together! You guys are a smokin' duo, absolutely no doubt about it.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks so much!!

[@Cactusflattmediaphotography]

Can never thank you enough GT, for what you share. 😊 big love from AZ dude🤙🍸🌵

[@guthrietrappmusic]

My pleasure!!

[@dowaliby1]

Guthrie, so much that can be said about the gifts you have given, the inspiration, and all you have shared with us, but for now, I will just boil it down to 2 words: THANK YOU! So glad that it is benefitting you as a player and a human being, as well. Win-win.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Wow, thank you!

[@m.c.7119]

One of the most pertinent guitar channels on KZbin as far as I’m aware! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thank you!

[@bobolson5423]

One of the best musicians of this era. GT is amazing🎸🎸🎸🔥🔥🔥

[@jeffreyjones3228]

Excellent explanation of the CAGED system. Use in melody runs. Thank you.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@summerbreezebandnz]

Appreciate your time, advice and humour GT

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks a million.

[@mike_paolucci]

I cannot stop listening and watching everything you do! Also, the way you explain things makes so much sense that after a lifetime of playing I can start learning theory and actually use it!! Thanks so much!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks a million!

[@Nozmo_King_NJ]

GT .. just love your melodic approach to playing, and you taking the time to explain it to us regular folks. As a long time fan of Los Lobos, I can hear that in your playing. The Mex folk stuff in particular off the "East LA" double CD. I get a lot out of regularly watching you .. thank you! PS .. East Nashville, East LA .. must be the "East" part that I like .. ha-ha.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Hell yes. I love Los Lobos. Thanks man!

[@nathanprofitt3224]

Fantastic lesson Guthrie! And the pieces and parts description alone with amp settings…WOW! Thanks!!!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Glad you liked it!

[@glennmartin1107]

This is a brilliant lesson Guthrie.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thank you!

[@daveanderson9870]

Damn I love this! Guthrie is a gift!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thank you so much!

[@kurtniederstadt97]

You are blessed and you are giving back, God Bless you, Safe Travels, Stay safe! Thanks for sharing

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thank you very kindly!

[@budrizzo8167]

Hey GT I was just listening to your awesome guitar work on Nobody’s Fault but Mine, you nailed that Pops Staples guitar vibe. Your pocket on this song along with the rest of the band is deep. You took us to church on that one brother. I had to pull my truck over and text you to let you know how much I appreciate what you do.

[@budrizzo8167]

Oh almost forgot. Can I get an Amen?

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks a million man! One of my favorites ever

[@mikeoneill7671]

Cold beans! Oh boy have I got a lot of work to do! Also got the album + the Chet album in the mail the other day! Just like Christmas! lol!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Nice!

[@randalltindall7340]

GREAT LESSON GT!!! THIS IS BASIC AS IT GETS, BUT YET VERY EFFECTIVE!! THANKS FOR POSTING!!!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tozguitar]

Greetings from Ireland ...Gutherie. Haven't a clue about this CAGED stuff but you explain it real well. Thanks a mil for doing these videos!!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks for watching!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Ireland is my favorite country to visit.

[@musicman1976]

Beautiful!! Do I see some Uncle Larry rubbing off 🎸 🎶 ❤️

[@guthrietrappmusic]

I hope so.

[@jucaguitar]

Wonderful. Thank you very much. That's all I can say. Thank you very much. Directly from Brazil

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bobdeskins3767]

Thank you Guthrie. My guitar skills have grown so much thanks to your sage skill. We do really appreciate all that you share. Such a gift to us all.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Great to hear!

[@TelecasterMaster1]

NOS Mullard 12AX7s are killer!! Love them in Fender preamp slots on amps 🤘

[@philinfotek]

Thanks GT...you enable me to progress😁😁

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Excellent!

[@FaithHopeLove77]

lol always pushing right from where I am! Just realized the whole guitar is like 36 chords in different root positions. Thanks man. Sent a PPal Tip :)

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks a million!

[@megarxidas17]

Man, what a lesson !Still catching my breath !Thank you ,Thank you,Thank you

[@Xazertroncharlie]

GT thank you for continuing to help us learn. I may have missed it but can you expound more on using the minor caged chords.

[@PR-BEACHBOY]

“GT” several times in this lesson you mentioned “a major 7th and a Dominant 7th” I’ve heard other instructors say “They’re the same”. What’s the truth? Thank you so much! I’m rarely ever jealous or envious of others ; you sir, are an exception to that rule!!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks a bunch. They are NOT the same at all. The Dom7 is using the flat 7 (in G that would be F) Maj7 is using the 7th degree of the major scale. So F# if in key of G. Think of Mister Sandman for Maj7 and Sky Is Crying for Dom7.

[@vinmanslim]

Love your stuff Guthrie. Been following for a few years now. Took your course on Artist works and TrueFire and nothing changes. It's the same thing over and over. Once I started 'seeing' the chord first and then all of the information around the chord the fretboard puzzle was solved. Thanks for all you do! Much appreciated!!

[@stephendriver7232]

Man, i just want to say thank you for pouring all your knowledge into us and taking the time to just be an amazing human. Love what you do. Big thanks all the way from Georgia!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Hey man, I really appreciate that! We’re having fun 👍🎶😎

[@DsqaureD0495]

Man I don’t know if you did more explaining in this video, or it’s finally starting to click. Either way, thanks for sharing your knowledge brother. I absolutely want to play like you when I grow up. God bless.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Glad it helped!

[@jimbouk8288]

Thanks Guthrie . Totally captivated by your last two KZbin videos absolutely enlightened. You mentioned Artistworks courses is there a particular one that would help me learn and practice these concepts

[@Msaw4906]

Man! Thank you again GT for the insight you share! And how you are seeing the entire neck! Cheers Brother!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

My pleasure!

[@byebyebeano8616]

Phoarrrrrrr that intro!!! Marc Ribot meets Ry Cooder… sooo tasty. My day is made! Thank you, man!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bmcd]

Superlative teaching Guthrie. I’d pay good money to access this as a fully developed tabbed out CAGED course with you teaching.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks so much. I have some courses on artist works and TrueFire but more coming soon!

[@martinrajchel7116]

@guthrietrappmusic, just got my signed copy of In Stereo vinyl today in the mail and could not be more excited! Thank you for everything you do for the guitar and music community. I continue to learn and get inspired with every lesson and every time I hear you play and teach. Take care!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks a million! Means a lot

[@SuperKilcline]

Thanks for this great content. Just purchased Trip The Witch vinyl to support you and Tom and get some killer guitar-based tunes. Keep it up!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks so much!

[@iantaylor827]

Any success coming your way Guthrie you've earned 100 times over. Thanks for this. Very inspiring.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

I appreciate that!

[@scottstrahm4252]

Wow, you just really helped jump start me. So damn common sense. Thanks from Bend Oregon.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Nice! Thanks man!

[@megawattblue]

Thanks again, Guthrie!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

My pleasure!

[@MdriscollIRR]

Hey Guthrie, Love your stuff. How about an episode covering Tony Rice and his chord melody improvisation.

[@mjfoste]

Love your teaching style. Straight to the good stuff without the BS.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

That means a lot!!

[@capivaraverde]

You ROCK GT! Thank you so much!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks man!

[@scotttalley1274]

Got my album last night.....you have a great sig....loved the music...do more....it inspires me to grab the fiddle each day

[@theduppykillah]

Dude, I’m still working out the funk guitar lesson in C. You are so talented and so prodigious. There are actually KZbin channels that just explain what it is that you and Uncle Larry are doing. Hands-down the best guitar KZbin channel out there.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks man! Means a lot.

[@greenatom]

Thank you Guthrie, I'm slowly gettin' there!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Great! Keep it up!

[@kyledrevlo1962]

Thanks for illustrating the bass note during the D shape

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Happy to help!

[@drive-byguitarlessons1858]

Dear sweet Lord - just listening to the opening improv was a pleasure.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thanks man!

[@Noitpure]

Thank you for these inspiring and insightful videos, Guthrie. I received my signed vinyl of In Stereo yesterday. The sound quality is as good as the beautiful music you and Tom channeled. We had a lovely listening party in our home last night. Looking forward to traveling to Nashville from Virginia next weekend to see you and Tom play this music live. All the best!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Awesome!! Can’t wait for next weekend. Going to be epic! Come say hi 👍🎶😎

[@Noitpure]

@@guthrietrappmusic Absolutely! Really excited to finally see you play live!

[@mattprince9204]

Groovy Latin flavor intro, GT! I’m gonna work on my CAGED chops this evening. My biggest problem is with coordination and strength in my pinky finger. 🎸👌

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Keep working on the little finger. It’s important! Thanks man!

[@mojodojo5533]

Such a beautiful intro. Inspiring!

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Thank you so much!

[@bruceall2001]

Love these videos. I feel like I know you even though we've never met. If you ever get up to the Toronto area, gotta post it. Love to see you perform live.

[@guthrietrappmusic]

Definitely!!