David Schneider

David Schneider is a German guitarist based in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, where he plays in death/crust/doom band Hinrichten, and alt-rock band Vitalis. He has a master's degree in ethnomusicology and systematic musicology, and did research on perceptions of authenticity in the metal scene, as well as the perception and psychology of film music. Schneider is also co-owner of Albor Custom Guitars.

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David Schneider

How to Change Your Technique Mindset

Whitesnake’s Early Years

Was Moody and Marsden one of the most underrated guitar duos of all time?

How to Shred the Blues

Sometimes slow and steady doesn’t win the race.

Can “Speed Bursts” Actually Help Your Chops?

Spoiler: Yes, they can. Focusing intently on short rhythmic figures will up your picking game immensely.

Where Do I Start with Sweep Picking?

Everything you'll need to know to create lines in the style of Frank Gamble, Jason Becker, and Yngwie.

Full-On Pentatonic Shred

Sometimes you just need to shred.

Nuno Bettencourt’s Hyper-Speed Arpeggios

Ozzy’s Guitar Army: Unlock the Solos of Randy, Jake, and Zakk

From neo-classical riffs to pure shred and finally Southern rock on steroids, these three guitarists held it down for Ozzy for more than 30 years.

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David Schneider

Was Moody and Marsden one of the most underrated guitar duos of all time?

Sometimes slow and steady doesn’t win the race.

Spoiler: Yes, they can. Focusing intently on short rhythmic figures will up your picking game immensely.

Everything you'll need to know to create lines in the style of Frank Gamble, Jason Becker, and Yngwie.

Sometimes you just need to shred.

From neo-classical riffs to pure shred and finally Southern rock on steroids, these three guitarists held it down for Ozzy for more than 30 years.