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Wah-Wah Techniques

by Mark Starlin

Experience Hendrix CD cover
Jimi Hendrix

Voodoo Child (Slight Return)

Hendrix was an innovator when it came to the use of guitar effects, constantly creating new sounds and trying new techniques. Here is a perfect example of a muted rhythm that gives way to a wah soaked riff. A great intro to the thunderous guitar to follow.

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Copyright ©1968 Jimi Hendrix. Bella Godiva Music.

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The Jimi Hendrix Experience - Experience Hendrix - The Best of Jimi Hendrix - Voodoo Child (Slight Return)

examples

Listening to great playing can be inspiring. Here are classic examples of Wah-Wah playing from some of the greats:

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