I have two answers to What is Pinch Harmonic and How You Do It? Short Answer: Pinch harmonic is a sound produced by forcing the amplitude of the actual notes to be narrower, and that makes the frequency higher. Hence, the higher notes (usually major 3rd, and 5th, and an octave higher). Harmonic itself can be produced by slightly touching a string and plucking it on top of the fret (not the bar). Because even when making a note on the guitar, the fret is actually what determines the pitch of the note, not the wood part we're pressing on. Longer Answer: Slight history Of Pinch Harmonic: In classical (nylon) guitar playing, the guitarist plucks the string right on the fret and lightly touch the string to block the string's movement. The gesture is the same as a pinching finger. Hence, the name pinch harmonic is created. In Modern Rock Era: In a more modern era, this trick becomes even more popular. Thank's to George Lynch and Eddie Van Halen who with their unique playing and k...
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