learning to sweep has just 2 rules 1 - it takes time...a long time...so never give up 2 - practise SLOW...over and over and over again..slow...sweeping is all about muscle memory
Robert, I tried to follow some other sweep picking explanation on TH-cam once and I couldn't get anywhere. This really made sense to me. I have a lot of practicing ahead of me, but I think this is really going to help me, especially the clear explanation of what the picking hand is doing, and starting with just two strings. Thank you!
@ Robert Baker There are 2 guys on you tube that I pay attention to as far as playing. I have been playing for 30+ yrs,and I find that EVERY time I watch one of your vids I come out the more wise than before watching. Your time and energy that is given for FREE is something I wish I had growing up ( no internet or celll phones in my teenage years!) I thank you and Doug Steele for keeping the music in me still flowing,after a few years of barely touching my rig!!!! You 2 dudes re-ignited the once boring state of depression ,and letting my callouses on my fingertips disappear ,I am back playing alot every day,and you were a part of that Robert!!!! So, Cheers!!\m/
this is the best tutorial for sweeping i've seen. very basic at first then you smoosh them together. makes sense and i can actually do it. i'm amazed i can do it because i never thought i could. actually playing it faster than i thought after only a few days of 5 minute practices. awesome video!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! you da man!
I must say that this video has clarified a lot of issues I have been having with trying to sweep. Breaking it down like this really helps you understand what exactly you are doing. I've watched tons of other videos, and this one made it crystal clear to me. I already learned how to sweep from this, slowly, for now, of course, But I'm sweeping. So thank you very much for this very instructive video. Subbed.
The metronome can not be stressed enough. Sweep picking is something I worked on for years and never saw progress until I started practicing with a metronome. And also when I figured out how little pressure I needed on the strings to get sound. Haven't really figured out how to put it to use, though, but at least its in my arsenal.
Solid tips dude, thank you! We do have a tendency to be stronger at ‘down vs up.’ It’s definitely important to practice both! And the relaxed puck holding is essential (no death grip...unless of course you’re playing death metal!! )
I've been playing guitar for a long time and I can play pretty fast but I just havnt been able to grip the sweep because I couldn't find good riffs or exercises but running through that 5 string exercise real slow, I've improved more from just this one video than I have of years of playing metal and wanting to sweep. Great job man, thank you so much
Robert I was just working this tonight on my own, then came across this video! Jeez man thanks for the explanations! It helped so much! Please do a part 2.
I like how these exercises are structured and how the arpeggios especially the last ones are not boring but actually sound awesome. Just one thing I missed is to explain about how the strings are to be muted with left and right hand. That's what I struggle the most with. But there are other videos on that. I came here for the pattern ideas to practice to 😉
Huge Thanks, on breaking things down in a different way that's helping me get better and break old habits I have had for years. You Rock Robert, from your loyal subscriber Jeff.
Since my fingers and thumb are Hypermobile (Double jointed). I was trying out sweep picking to find something easy. Which after while sweep picking gets easier too. I finally found something easy for me!
@ Robert Baker, Hey now brother!! Baaaad chicken!!!! yup yup! Listen bro, you help me break out of playing so modaly (is that a word?) the way you demonstrate sweep arpeggios it is made so easily understandable to a person who wants to start using more triads and to open the neck up a bit,as in thinking in ways ,for instance ,like chords. Your laid back approach is very easy to hang out with and ,for me, you are a damn good player. And I have been playing since the early 80`s!!!! So it goes to prove ,EVERYONE can continue learning those magic 6 strings and 22-24 frets!! Please keep on keepin on my brother!!! Peace !!!!
Jan 2020 and Im only hearing about sweep and alternate picking. DOH. Im finding it impossible but this was a great vid bro. I'll keep trying. Thanks Robert. Some very good tips there that are not in other YT vids.
Robert, I cannot tell you the breath of fresh air to learning different ways of achieving guitar mastery. MESS YOU UP ROBERT LOL But seriously TY for you giving your own time to help out other players FREE! Yes you have a patreon (i had never heard of that until very recently) anyhoo...Keep up the good work brah!!!!!!
Thanks a ton for the wonderful lesson Robert. Loved it and deep gratitude. The last example [sounded like John Petrucci's Glasgow Kiss unknowingly ] which was a nice unconventional way of demonstrating on how to extract melody using the notes of a scale/ chord which was different from other standard major minor arpeggio shapes as in other lessons on you tube. Very well explained by you. Your link for the next video in the description is not working. Would love to see a continued Part 2 of this lesson series on You-tube . Stay blessed. :)
Dood great vid …u always articulate really well …I have learned tons from just watching u play… has made me a much more accurate and cleaner …so thanks for all ur efforts bro 😎
I enjoyed watching your videos from time to time, but this video has opened my eyes, I've seen a ton of sweep picking videos since I just picked up the guitar, true I haven't tried to learn sweep picking for years after that but none of them gave me the advice and information you have in 15 minutes, for that I thank you
@@ericsilverperson4611 straight alternate picking, makes it much harder. Glasgow Kiss is a song you can practice your alternate picking hand synchronisation :)
great stuff, appreciate your patience teaching us. how long did it take you to learn to sweep? then, how long till you were playing as fluid as now? great hair by the way, another fan
I'm having trouble on example two(so far). On the way down after the 10 on the b, the g won't shut up(it rings like I'm playing it open). How do you mute the string as you go? Palm? Thumb? 🤔
part 1 is breaking my patience.... yeah, lets do a part 2 and let me go insane some more why i cannot play this like you do. thnx for the great tutorial and tabs
I want a part number 2!! I only know one sweeping arpeggio and i would love to go beyond and actually be able to improvise and include sweeping into scale runs
Robert, quick question. I'm an advanced guitar player and not well versed in using a metronome. What speed do you recommend I set it to begin? I've been "playing" for almost 30 years. 😂😂😂😂 Thanks!
Lawrence Garza this my opinion but you should start at 120 to 130 bpm. I've only been playing for a year and my speeds increased just by being at that tempo. best of luck to ya and keep rocking \M/
Hey Robert. Thanks for the video. I tried downloading the tabs but they're not their anymore. Do you have another link to them? Thanks for the awesome content.
I did follow all your instructions but find easier the arpeggio on six string rather than five, playing the lower E on the E string 12 fret. Make sense at all?
Robert something that for me kind of throws me and i am sure its something you do without thinking about it,is when you go through showing individual finger positions you do a bend with vibrato but as you go through the full sequence you dont bend
Shit...I self-taught myself everything so when I was trying to figure out a way to do sweep arpeggios, I fucked up and did it with a hammer-on at the top instead of a pull-off. And that must have seriously hindered my ability to do them because I’ve been kinda stuck at playing them not that good. Do you have any tips for me? And also is it even possible to play them with a hammer-on instead of a pull-off on top? Like I’ll down-stroke the A, D, G and B and the E THEN hammer-on the high note then start the descent. Is there anyone who even does that? Thank you in advance for getting back to me...if and when you do.
I came to this video to see a hot girl who was sweep picking
I'm not disappointed.
Hahahahaha😂
Dang son! Burn!
Here, take my like.
Yeah beautiful bearded girl 😂
Gar mere diyecho.
There goes my coffee...
learning to sweep has just 2 rules
1 - it takes time...a long time...so never give up
2 - practise SLOW...over and over and over again..slow...sweeping is all about muscle memory
I learnt it in 10-15 days.. it's easy actually.. I don't know why people find it difficult..
Live Acoustic fr man
@@LiveAcoustic so you can play the hangar 18 solo? Is it easy for you?
Live Acoustic I guess it’s easy if you are already good at guitar lol
@@LiveAcoustic Well if you're practicing all day long though then it won't be difficult lmao.
There was a moment where I was on Example 4 going about 95 bpm where I went, "oh my God I'm finally sweep picking." Thank you for this. :)
Robert, I tried to follow some other sweep picking explanation on TH-cam once and I couldn't get anywhere. This really made sense to me. I have a lot of practicing ahead of me, but I think this is really going to help me, especially the clear explanation of what the picking hand is doing, and starting with just two strings. Thank you!
@ Robert Baker There are 2 guys on you tube that I pay attention to as far as playing. I have been playing for 30+ yrs,and I find that EVERY time I watch one of your vids I come out the more wise than before watching. Your time and energy that is given for FREE is something I wish I had growing up ( no internet or celll phones in my teenage years!) I thank you and Doug Steele for keeping the music in me still flowing,after a few years of barely touching my rig!!!! You 2 dudes re-ignited the once boring state of depression ,and letting my callouses on my fingertips disappear ,I am back playing alot every day,and you were a part of that Robert!!!! So, Cheers!!\m/
I've never even seen a girl with hair as good as Robert Baker's XD.
Check simone simons :D
omg ahaha😆
this is the best tutorial for sweeping i've seen. very basic at first then you smoosh them together. makes sense and i can actually do it. i'm amazed i can do it because i never thought i could. actually playing it faster than i thought after only a few days of 5 minute practices. awesome video!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! you da man!
+David B thanks so much man
I must say that this video has clarified a lot of issues I have been having with trying to sweep. Breaking it down like this really helps you understand what exactly you are doing. I've watched tons of other videos, and this one made it crystal clear to me. I already learned how to sweep from this, slowly, for now, of course, But I'm sweeping. So thank you very much for this very instructive video. Subbed.
i have been trying to learn for months... i was death gripping the pick... literally that one tip helped me so much
The metronome can not be stressed enough. Sweep picking is something I worked on for years and never saw progress until I started practicing with a metronome. And also when I figured out how little pressure I needed on the strings to get sound. Haven't really figured out how to put it to use, though, but at least its in my arsenal.
Even after 4 years when this video came out, Robert is still the man. Much appreciated
Keep 'em coming Robert. I love this stuff. I get a lot from your free lessons as well as your lesson packs.
Solid tips dude, thank you! We do have a tendency to be stronger at ‘down vs up.’ It’s definitely important to practice both! And the relaxed puck holding is essential (no death grip...unless of course you’re playing death metal!! )
Jason Stallworth technical death metal dude :( my wrist fucked after that sweeps
I've been practicing example 2 for a few months now and I have now gotten it clean! Thanks Rob!
Oh wow! I think I finally found a video that has taught me a practical sweeping exercise, example #1
Thank you!
I've been playing guitar for a long time and I can play pretty fast but I just havnt been able to grip the sweep because I couldn't find good riffs or exercises but running through that 5 string exercise real slow, I've improved more from just this one video than I have of years of playing metal and wanting to sweep. Great job man, thank you so much
those subtle details that are easy to miss but make the hell of a difference. thanks for sharing. great channel dude.
Love that blue flat finish
Robert I was just working this tonight on my own, then came across this video! Jeez man thanks for the explanations! It helped so much! Please do a part 2.
I like how these exercises are structured and how the arpeggios especially the last ones are not boring but actually sound awesome.
Just one thing I missed is to explain about how the strings are to be muted with left and right hand. That's what I struggle the most with.
But there are other videos on that. I came here for the pattern ideas to practice to 😉
Huge Thanks, on breaking things down in a different way that's helping me get better and break old habits I have had for years. You Rock Robert, from your loyal subscriber Jeff.
Since my fingers and thumb are Hypermobile (Double jointed). I was trying out sweep picking to find something easy. Which after while sweep picking gets easier too. I finally found something easy for me!
@ Robert Baker, Hey now brother!! Baaaad chicken!!!! yup yup! Listen bro, you help me break out of playing so modaly (is that a word?) the way you demonstrate sweep arpeggios it is made so easily understandable to a person who wants to start using more triads and to open the neck up a bit,as in thinking in ways ,for instance ,like chords. Your laid back approach is very easy to hang out with and ,for me, you are a damn good player. And I have been playing since the early 80`s!!!! So it goes to prove ,EVERYONE can continue learning those magic 6 strings and 22-24 frets!! Please keep on keepin on my brother!!! Peace !!!!
1:54 John Petrucci Glasgow Kiss
That's exactly where my mind went
Jan 2020 and Im only hearing about sweep and alternate picking. DOH. Im finding it impossible but this was a great vid bro. I'll keep trying. Thanks Robert. Some very good tips there that are not in other YT vids.
Thank you for your effort to teach us about this sweep techniques. God bless your channel and more tutorials to come 🙋.
Part 2 please!
This video has actually helped me out a lot more than most “pro” videos
Great vid. Extra points earned by quoting a minor line from a great episode of Seinfeld. Thanks for all your tips!
that guitar is absolutely beautiful!
Your videos are quality. I think i was a jerk beginner before but now an appreciative intermediate. Thanks man.
Great, as always!
Best sweep picking lesson. Thanks !!!!
Robert, I cannot tell you the breath of fresh air to learning different ways of achieving guitar mastery. MESS YOU UP ROBERT LOL But seriously TY for you giving your own time to help out other players FREE! Yes you have a patreon (i had never heard of that until very recently) anyhoo...Keep up the good work brah!!!!!!
Definitely want a part 2. Great video.
Awesome, as a bass player this can help as well for more interesting bass lines
First lick of Ex 5 is part of Glasgow Kiss by John Petrucci :) I knew it sounded familiar as I was doin it.
Favorite sweep picking vid I’ve come across yet...thanks!
Love this video. Number two plz. I enjoy learning from you. Thanks for all the cool content you do.
Thanks a ton for the wonderful lesson Robert. Loved it and deep gratitude. The last example [sounded like John Petrucci's Glasgow Kiss unknowingly ] which was a nice unconventional way of demonstrating on how to extract melody using the notes of a scale/ chord which was different from other standard major minor arpeggio shapes as in other lessons on you tube. Very well explained by you.
Your link for the next video in the description is not working. Would love to see a continued Part 2 of this lesson series on You-tube . Stay blessed. :)
I like using an a minor arpeggio shape in dadgad tuning, it actually sounds pretty good imo
Dood great vid …u always articulate really well …I have learned tons from just watching u play… has made me a much more accurate and cleaner …so thanks for all ur efforts bro 😎
nice presentation. very good.
Thank you! That was fun to learn. Great teaching
Excellent video !! You explained it in a way that makes a lot of sense !! Made me subscribe !! Do a part 2 please ?!
The down pick when returning to top string was my issue this whole time. Ty
I wish I had Robert & TH-cam lessons when I was 16. Said, 63 y/o player me. 👍🏼
Excellent explanation!
Your vibe is so awesome bro
Great tips ! Thanks
I enjoyed watching your videos from time to time, but this video has opened my eyes, I've seen a ton of sweep picking videos since I just picked up the guitar, true I haven't tried to learn sweep picking for years after that but none of them gave me the advice and information you have in 15 minutes, for that I thank you
Thanks for teaching me sweep picking.
Yo thanks so much for helping me learn sweep picking
These things are gorgeous!
1:57 I thought you would go play Glasgow Kiss by John Petrucci
Thank you for the lesson
lol that last example was Glasgow kiss
I noticed a few people mention that. I cant say I've ever heard that song.
Robert Baker John petrucci. kick ass song
I thought the same! Except that song is not swept, it's alternate (I think)
@@ericsilverperson4611 straight alternate picking, makes it much harder. Glasgow Kiss is a song you can practice your alternate picking hand synchronisation :)
hey that transition slide has the "biddle diddle diddle doodle doddle deeble boop" from perfect pillow
great stuff, appreciate your patience teaching us. how long did it take you to learn to sweep? then, how long till you were playing as fluid as now? great hair by the way, another fan
I already saw that erxercise on Black Labelk Society´s DVD!
Thanks for putting the time on when the lesson starts, keep doing that pls! :D gr8 vid btw
could you reupload the guitar tabs? most of the dropbox links is gone :(
thanks!
Part 2? Bring it on!
I'm having trouble on example two(so far). On the way down after the 10 on the b, the g won't shut up(it rings like I'm playing it open). How do you mute the string as you go? Palm? Thumb? 🤔
this video really helped me. thank you for sharing this knowledge. \m/
part 1 is breaking my patience.... yeah, lets do a part 2 and let me go insane some more why i cannot play this like you do. thnx for the great tutorial and tabs
Thank you, this is really good
Part 2 plz
are you the guy from Workaholics? Awesome vids Robert. Been learning from you on line. Great work Thank you .
That is one sweeeet guitar my man!
Do you mute the notes with your palm (like palm muting) or with your thumb?
I like that blue guitar.... looks nice..what brand?
The links for the tabs at the website no longer work.
Thank you for this sir baker :D
wow man great lesson, great tone too what amp do you use
Fantastic DUDE!
E major = glassgowkis. thanks for the lesson sir ! 👍
Had to watch twice because I was laughing so much about the Seinfeld reference!
FaAaaaAaaantastic lol he cracks me up every time
Bro your amp sounds absolutely amazing, what are you playing through?
is he muting strings with his palm after moving the the next string or is he muting the string with his fretting hand?
Mr. Baker your video is awesome always but who don't want to save the time.... If you can show tabs on the screen while you play it will be so great.
I want a part number 2!! I only know one sweeping arpeggio and i would love to go beyond and actually be able to improvise and include sweeping into scale runs
Robert, quick question. I'm an advanced guitar player and not well versed in using a metronome. What speed do you recommend I set it to begin? I've been "playing" for almost 30 years. 😂😂😂😂 Thanks!
Lawrence Garza this my opinion but you should start at 120 to 130 bpm. I've only been playing for a year and my speeds increased just by being at that tempo. best of luck to ya and keep rocking \M/
How are you 'advanced' but learning to sweep? Lol.
what guitar are you playing? what duncan's is it loaded with?
Beautiful guitar. Can someone please tell me the exact model and colour of that guitar? I really want to buy it.
Didn’t know the guy from workaholics could play guitar, great vid
Dude you always have great tone... do you remember what amp sim you were using here?
I see we are going with the coffee cup now...... a la Henning. Nice
And he's using his pinky finger.
Hey Robert. Thanks for the video. I tried downloading the tabs but they're not their anymore. Do you have another link to them? Thanks for the awesome content.
I did follow all your instructions but find easier the arpeggio on six string rather than five, playing the lower E on the E string 12 fret. Make sense at all?
This is my practice until I master the sweep picking
Perfect practice makes perfect
is it easier to sweep pick on a high action fret or a lower action fret?
Definitely low action
Robert.... I can't find the tab on your site? almost sad because i'm excited to learn more.
I love your hair.
What was the song in the background of the speaking part at the beginning?
Robert something that for me kind of throws me and i am sure its something you do without thinking about it,is when you go through showing individual finger positions you do a bend with vibrato but as you go through the full sequence you dont bend
Part 2, plz
great channel
Shit...I self-taught myself everything so when I was trying to figure out a way to do sweep arpeggios, I fucked up and did it with a hammer-on at the top instead of a pull-off. And that must have seriously hindered my ability to do them because I’ve been kinda stuck at playing them not that good. Do you have any tips for me? And also is it even possible to play them with a hammer-on instead of a pull-off on top? Like I’ll down-stroke the A, D, G and B and the E THEN hammer-on the high note then start the descent. Is there anyone who even does that? Thank you in advance for getting back to me...if and when you do.