JBASHORUN -> RE: BUYING A CHEAP BEGINNERS FLAMENCO GUITAR (Nov. 21 2005 18:05:21)
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Hi Gary, and thanks for your message. I play my pulgar (thumb) strokes with the fleshy part of the tip of my thumb. And do so approximately in the middle between the bridge and the soundhole (as my teacher instructed me to do so). However, I find myself practising quite a lot on basic classical guitars, as my yamaha usually stays safely in its case. Therefore, I sometimes do play a bit closer to the bridge, which I find gives a "more flamenco" sound. The problem with this is that the strings are quite tight around this area, and it puts extra pressure on the plucking fingers. I also find my hand gradually "drifting" back toward the soundhole unless I concentrate. The strings I use are D'addario J49s for trebles and LaBella Flamenco's for bass (although I have been meaning to switch to Savarez Alliance basses, but haven't got round to buying a set!). My strings and technique may be part of the problem, but I suspect it would only be part, and that some fault might lie with the guitar itself, as its only a "cheapo guitar" as Flamencos go. If you are heading down to London to buy a Yamaha, I would recommend paying a visit to the "Unplugged" guitar shop in Hanwell (West London). I did a fairly comprehensive search of all London guitar shops, and found that it was by far the cheapest stockist. James
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