How to play artificial harmonics on guitar! 

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What I find the most amazing about this video is your warmth and openness when teaching. Your skill and musicianship are excellent, but I've never felt such an earnest connection with a pre-recorded lesson. You are the kind of teacher I aspire to be, even after ten years of teaching music. Please keep up your incredible work, you definitely have a new fan.

I always wanted this.

I dont even own a guitar but i still love how informative these videos are

2:25 - The mere way how you seemingly effortlessly *show* each overtone, LIVE, is simply outstanding, Brandon. Absolutely jaw-dropping show of preparation and skill.

This is the best video I've ever seen regarding harmonics, you just helped me very greatly kind sir. You didn't try to dumb down the fundamentals of how they work because you actually understand them well enough to explain it simply without cutting corners.

Wow, after many years, I learnt something new, and suddenly realised that most RU-vidrs have become entertainers rather than helpful. YOU on the other hand have taught me something concretely. Subscribed!

Even complete beginner like me could get this. You're an amazing teacher Brandon

Easy to understand, soft-spoken, warm and very informative! Thank you, Brandon. I wish I had a teacher like you.

I simply love this video. Not only was I able to play harmonics immediately which made me super excited and happy, cause it sounds so cool, but this guy’s smile made it even better. I love how he smiles so warmly, this really made my day.

Wow wow.. legit an hour ago I wanted to learn harmonic guitar tips from your videos :D So this is how universe work

I’m not sure who I appreciate more, Brandon or his fans. Nothing but warmth and kindness in the comments and it gives me hope for humanity and made me smile after being super depressed for the past couple of days ❤

I had never tackled artificial harmonics before, but now I feel more confident to use the technique. Thank you very much for this lesson.

I can already do this but this video is very calming so I’ll stay

A testament to how good of a teacher you are is the fact that I already know everything you taught in this lesson and still watched it all the way through. So engaging and helpful. I loved learning this technique and messing with some folks minds by throwing them in a few "campfire" song sessions when least expected.

Playing with such prowess is impressive enough on its own. But being able to casually talk while doing so? I'm floored. My utmost respect on all fronts, Brandon ❤️

Maaaaann, you helped me so much! I've searched for this explainations for so long! I was seeing this as one of the most difficult things to play at guitar and you made this clear and easy to understand. My playing is going to improve for sure now! You're a hero :D Shout out to your work, count me as one of your patrons ;)

i have watched so many videos about harmonic but i didn't achieve that until your videos popped up... :) Thank you so much ❤️

I "discovered" these armonics by fooling around. Despite practicing sometimes I was too clumsy to try anything with them and now I m blown away. Thanks Brandon

OMG... I had no idea about all those additional harmonic notes.... this was definitely worth the twenty minutes of watching...

Your videos are so helpful & you're such a good teacher. You have a way of explaining things so that a beginner, intermediate or expert player is sure to learn something all in each sentence. Keep it up!

No exagerating, you just changed my life. I ahve never learned this tecnique, and you just made me able to in 20 minutes. You have a gift. Thank you very much.

This was absolute gold: informative, illuminating, stimulating! Thanks a lot, Brandon!

I am in awe . Just discovered your channel starting with this video . This was brilliant.

Really great Brandon! I saw a lot of your tutorials before today finally following you! Thank you for all the input!

This absolutely blew my mind!!! Never has it occurred to me in my 10+ years of guitar playing that this was possible! Even after lightly learning about the science behind harmonics! Thank you so much for sharing!

Love your videos, so much knowledge shared, and perfectly explained. And on top of that you seem so kind and down to earth. Thanks for great content

Im a simple person, I see Brandon, I press like button.

I have been wanting to learn harmonics ever since I first heard them performed. I’m a beginner/intermediate player and this is the first video that explained harmonics in a way I could understand and actually achieve right on the spot! Thank you! I’m subscribing to your channel now😉

TRULY BEAUTIFUL! The Delicate touch is just phenomenal. You indeed are amazing.

Popping this out from a subthread. The octave is the one place where the harmonic and the fretted pitch are the same: 12th fret harmonic = 12th fret note. If you do a harmonic on the 7th fret, you get a note an octave and a fifth higher. If you do a harmonic on the 5th fret, you get a note two octaves higher.* If you do a harmonic just behind the 4th fret (or over the 9th fret), you get a note two octaves and a major third up.** So, just on the low E string: Open E = root. E 12th-fret harmonic = E an octave higher = E 12th fret note. E 7th-fret harmonic = B above E + one octave = open B string. E 5th-fret harmonic = E two octaves higher = open high E string. E 4th-fret harmonic = G# above E + two octaves = (slightly flatter than) open E string, 4th fret. You can do the same things with all of the strings. Look at the above and make the following replacements: With E, the notes are already listed as E, B, and G#. With A, replace those notes with A, E, and C#. With D, replace those notes with D, A, and F#. With G, replace those notes with G, D, and B. With B, replace those notes with B, F#, and D#. You'll observe that these are the notes that make up a major triad. E major = E, G#, B; A major = A, C#, E; etc. * Physics sidebar: You've divided the string into four equal parts, so the vibrating length is 1/4th as long, so the frequency is 4x as high. Multiplying by 2 gets you to one octave, and multiplying by 2 again gets you an octave higher than that. ** Sidebar 2: It's actually slightly flatter than your major third -- but that's actually good, because it's more in-tune than the fretted note would be. If anyone cares, I'll explain why. The real thing to know is that it would slightly clash with the equivalent fretted note.

Just wanted to say hello and thank you! Something as simple as moving the actual octave up 12 frets to make the harmonic never resonated with me trying one hand harmonics. Your presentation was exactly what I needed. Not just informative but inspiring as well. Thank you!!!

This was a great lesson. I've understood how to play natural harmonics and pinch harmonics for years now, but I've never really understood how natural harmonics work. Your explanation made so much sense, and it made understanding how to do artificial harmonics much easier.

The way he beams at the end of instructions shows how much love and passion he had for his art

Congratulations. Extraordinarily clear and comprehensive treatment of the subject. Should become reference material in the world of online guitar teaching.

Thank you so much for this lesson. I usually take a while to pick up new techniques but I learnt this in 3 minutes. A credit too your amazing teaching.

Wow, thank you so much. I've tried to learn harmonics on the guitar so many times, but have never managed it even slightly. After watching your video, I went straight to my guitar and was able to do it almost immediately! It's actually quite easy when you know how. The key for me was the lightness of touch, barely touching the string. On previous attempts I'd been applying way to much pressure. 😁

Done. Subscribed to this LOVE! All it took is for him to teach me even more about this wonderful, fascinating phenomenon that I'm obsessed with

This is a really interesting guitar lesson and cozy asmr at the same time. Your voice is like a melted gold.

You are awesome and I wanna really thank you for the video which is the best out there.Keep rollin!

Your style of teaching and videos is simply marvellous.

I was just struggling with this yesterday! You have impeccable timing

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tysm for this!! the vibes of the video are so calming :)

Wow, thank you. 20 minutes and I was invested the whole way through

Brandon!!! Thanks for sharing, it's so insightful!. Wish you best.

Brilliant and clear instructions on harmonics. Many thanks!

Thank you for taking the time to make and post this amazing lesson on *Harmonics* I learned something new today. ♪♫♪

A very clear explanation of EXACTLY how it’s done!

Fantastic video with great production. Thank you

Brilliant!! I am playing guitar for years but I never understood the way to make harmonic. Your explanation are so crystal clear that now I can play it quite easily. Many thanks, you have a new subscriber now ;)

Thank you for uploading this. Been playing a long time but other than the 'normal' harmonics I've never really experimented with them, especially playing them using the right hand only. You are a fab teacher and your manner is infectious, keep it up :)

You're so goddamn good at this I actually learned about harmonics only because of your gymnopedie 1 video

Killer tutorial, my man!

ooooooh, that's nice! the joy of discovering something new in music... i just catch myself smiling away every time. Thanks Brandon

Best lesson on harmonics I have ever seen. Great job!

I never knew the name for this sound, let alone how to play it. This one video taught me both. I am so grateful! Thank you, Brandon!

This is such a cool technique. I've used basic harmonics in some of my compositions but this takes it to another level. Thanks Brandon.

Everyone LOVED it when you played Gymnopedie No.1 on Scallon's expensive guitars video!

I truly enjoy the way you instruct these techniques. You have reignited my passion to learn guitar. Thank you and continue to bring the gift of music.

Heard the first 2 notes in the intro and clicked the LIKE Thank you for sharing your talents.

Wow! A truly beautiful lesson on a skill I’ve always admired, but didn’t fully understand. Thank you!

This was so helpful and so engaging!! Thank you!! :)

When you talk is like you are so peaceful, that I can watch your videos just to relax myself

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Brandon, this is very nice tips.Thanks for sharing

Honestly I just don't know what to say now. For many years I have been struggling to create something similar to harmonics to no avail. One of your video was enough to make it happen. Thank you so much!

This is really helpful. I learned so much in just a few minutes. Keep it up!

Thank you so much sir! I was searching for this thing for very long time.

Awesome way of explaining the overtone series. Always interesting material and excellent playing in your videos.

Wow! Thanks for the in-depth explanation!

Thank you, Brandon, for the Master Class on harmonics. It was most kind of you to share your tips with your viewers. Truly appreciated..

Love your playing Brandon. And your perspective. You are a true master.

So ready to try this! Thank you sir!

I looove your lessons!! You inspire me to practice guitar everyday!! Thank you so much!!

Thanks for explaining the technique very clearly, where others failed to explain.

this is the most helpful video I have seen in term of learning technique thank you

OMG and you just used Gymnopedie as a cover! That's one of my favorites! You are awesooome!

Cool tips for harmonics I have not seen before anyone teaching. Thanks Brandon

I couldnt find a guitar book that explain harmonics in such clear n practical ways as brandon has done here. thanks

Great stuff Brandon! cheers'

This was an excellent explanation of artificial harmonics. I picked these up by watching other players use them, but this clear explanation of the physical process helps a great deal. Thanks!

This is so cool. He is by far the best guitar teacher on youtube out there. He is very precise and helpful

Thanx for the instruction. You made the lesson very clear.

i love how you are talking while playing that's very impressive not to mention your wonderful skills

This man seems genuinely humble! Goodness I love him!

I played harmonics for years and I didn't know about artificial harmonics. It's such a magical sound! Thank you!

OMG Thank you so much. This video was very helpful !

I love the smug smile when you nail it. Great lesson. Thank you :)

This is pure gold!

You are an incredible teacher! Thank you for all the extremely helpful content!

Just watched the Steve Morse interview on Rick Beato's channel and had to find out how to do it. Just like Steve, you make it look so easy but also make it an accessible technique with your presentation. Thank you!

after a year, i finally got the hang of it. thank you very much. it took me a year but this is so freaking cool!!!!!

A friend of mine showed me how to do this years ago but I never caught the name of the technique! This video had a lot of useful information and I've used harmonics and artificial harmonics in my own composition. This is also the first video I've seen by you so I'm definitely going to sub for more. Thank you :)

As always, great tutorials !!! very informative and inspiring. THANKS 🙏🏻

My world just got a wholle lot wider. The technic no one tells you about that you figure out by yourself but changes everything

So helpful, and a very well paced lesson! Thank you

Simply & Brilliantly explained. Thanks.

Wow... I learned so much in such a short time. I need to dedicate more time to guitar but free time with a family is a priceless entity.

awesome brandon, thanks for sharing🙏