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Tapper's Delight: 20 Tapping Licks

Guthrie Govan guides you through 20 challenging tapping licks!

Tapping with Guthrie Govan

Govan covers tapping in 16th-note triplets and gives some insight on how to play "Bad Asteroid."

Chris Broderick: Head Crusher

The Megadeth guitarist shares the secrets of his skull-pounding guitar technique.

The Ultra Zone: Ear Training, Part 2

We revisit Steve Vai's classic "Ultra Zone" column for part 2 of his ear-training course

Tapper's Delight: 20 Tapping Licks

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Chris Broderick: Head Crusher

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The Ultra Zone: Ear Training, Part 2

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Title: The Ultra Zone: Steve Vai's Course In Ear Training, Part 2

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Marty Friedman: Betcha Can't Play This

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