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One Guitar Lesson

In this comprehensive guitar tutorial, Jamie Humphries breaks down Metallica’s iconic track "One," guiding you through every intricate detail of the song. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, this lesson will help you master the technicality and feel that make this song a timeless classic. Starting with the haunting clean guitar intro, Jamie demonstrates how to capture the delicate fingerpicking patterns and harmonics that set the mood for the song. You’ll learn how to get the perfect clean tone using effects like reverb and chorus, to emulate that signature Metallica sound. As the song progresses into heavier sections, Jamie will guide you through the palm-muted chugging and dynamic power chords that define the song’s rhythm. You'll get to grips with the tight alternate picking and downstroke techniques that are a staple of James Hetfield’s rhythm playing, honing your speed and precision along the way. When the explosive solo arrives, Jamie breaks it down note-by-note, covering both Kirk Hammett’s melodic phrasing and the blistering fast legato and tremolo-picking sections. You'll explore bends, vibrato, and scale runs that give the solo its intensity and emotion, all while receiving tips on how to nail the tone using effects like wah-wah and overdrive. With Jamie’s detailed explanations and close-up camera angles, you’ll develop the skills and confidence to perform "One" accurately, from its gentle beginning to its thrashing finale. Whether you're working on your clean fingerpicking or shredding through the solos, this tutorial covers it all.