In this new video I explain why, as a professional guitarist, I don’t actually use many full 6-string barre chords.
Instead, I rely much more on smaller, cut-down shapes (while still using partial barres across 2 or 3 strings when needed).
I go through the 3 main reasons:
- Sound preference
- Easier on the hand
- Better for playing fills and melodies
I also demonstrate practical E-shape and A-shape examples and compare them directly with full barre chord versions.
Watch the full video here:
Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & 3 Reasons 01:41 – Reason #1: Sound Preference 02:32 – Reason #2: Easier on My Hand 02:58 – Reason #3: Easier to Play Fills 04:15 – E Shape Examples 05:52 – E Shape Minor Chord 07:50 – A Shape Major Chord 08:49 – A Shape Minor Chord 09:54 – Barre vs Cut-Down Shapes Comparison 11:55 – Outro
Do you use lots of full barre chords, or do you also prefer smaller shapes? Let me know in the comments.