Why Barre Chords Are Tricky (Ft. Tim from Polyphia)

Polyphia's Tim Henson answers the internet's burning questions about guitar playing.


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[kaylycoleman]

I can get my first finger to do that ok, but my problem is using my other 3 fingers to make the chord shape and apply enough pressure so they’re not muted

[Jean-uytn]

He really said: “if you learn to do it you’ll get it right. “

I’m sorry Tim 😭I’m trying

[jayluck]

I have no side, only pad. My finger don’t do that.

[Acrylescent]

I swear I’m straight…. But Gottdaym that’s a beautiful man.

[chordai]

I am glad Tim finally learned barres, he's gonna compose some beautiful new pieces!

[CarlJohnson-ivsn]

Bruh asking Tim Henson why barre chords are hard has to be one of the most absurd thing I have ever seen.

[AugustNeil]

Bro is single handedly inspiring me to get better

[whysojaded]

I am claiming he tours with me and loves my family and music. Amen

[idorion]

Because they engage a different set of muscles in order to keep the tension across all strings with the index finger.

[arielscorpion]

That color is perfect on you.
Just kidding i'm not a bot spammer

[SenarpiBolot]

Why does bro looks like a pretty woman I was like "OMG SHE'S SO BEAUTIFUL AND THAT SHE CAN PLAY ELECTRIC GUITAR AHHHH" ain't disappointed tho 😳

[riffdagg]

I have been playing guitar for 35 years and still hate bar chords😂

[nickphaux]

Im just the complete opposite. Barre chords are so easy for me it literally feels the exact same as making a G chord. But fast scales and alternate picking (what hes really good at)? Nope, i am dogshit

[datsme]

Barre chords s*cks if you use acoustic guitars. Try using an electric guitar instead, otherwise try to buy acoustic ones that ranges >$300 - the chords will sound better. 👍

[Fabulous_Killjoy]

Or if you’re lazy you can use your thumb

[infinityslibrarian]

That is one beautiful man. So beautiful in fact that I suspect he was once a woman.

[Simon__L]

Try 1st to learn bar chord on an acoustic guitar. Electric will be so easy after ...