Finding the Right Balance Between Sustain and Attack

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Satch2
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Finding the Right Balance Between Sustain and Attack

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Hey everyone, I'm trying to figure out how to balance sustain and attack in my playing. I find that when I focus too much on getting that long sustain, my notes sometimes lose that punchy attack I love, especially when I’m playing solos. On the flip side, if I put too much emphasis on attack, my notes can sound a bit choppy and lose their character.

I play mainly rock and a bit of blues, and I’ve been experimenting with different pick techniques and amp settings, but I still feel like I’m missing something. How do you approach this? Do you have any tips or specific techniques that help you find that sweet spot? Would love to hear your thoughts!
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Westbury
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Re: Finding the Right Balance Between Sustain and Attack

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Just let your ears guide you. They'll tell you when it's right and in your style + practice !
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