So...Who's switched to benson picking?

[JakeAcci]

Originally Posted by monk

People who play well with poor technique do so in spite of their technique not because of it.

But as you said, plectrum technique is a relatively new thing. No one has really determined what is proper technique yet. So far there is only speculation.

So, for right now, those that you consider to have poor pick technique...some of them may be on to something. Steve Morse, for example, developed a very unique picking grip for himself, and he can pretty much alternate pick anything he wants.

[jorgemg1984]

A lot of guys have been playing for years and years and have no injury what so ever. Most players I know have different ways of picking and some have very good technique. Find something that works for you that's stress free and focus on more important things.

Originally Posted by monk

People used to believe the earth was flat. There are people who believe that men have never walked on the moon. Some people believe in ghosts and fairies. Some people believe that politicians all have our best interests at heart.

Believe what you like.

What is exactly the point of this? This could be written for any argument... I am not defending old vs new I just have a different opinion from yours.

[JensL]

Originally Posted by jorgemg1984

I don't believe there is a "ergonomically correct way to pick a guitar" for everyone. I really believe its personal - and just by watching YouTube videos is easy to see how thing change from player. Its the same on the left hand actually... But "effortless" is essential - injuries usually come from tense picking situations.

I agree with that.

Check bowing techniques for double bass they have more than one school on that and it's been like that for quite some time.

Jens