Alternate Picking Exercise Guitar Lick TAB

This alternate picking exercise is designed to build right-hand precision, endurance, and consistency. Alternate picking is the foundation of fast, clean lead guitar playing — mastering it opens up everything from fast scale runs to complex melodic lines.

About the Solo

Consistent alternate picking is not about speed — it is about accuracy and relaxation. This exercise builds the mechanical foundation that allows speed to develop naturally over time. It is a daily practice essential for any serious rock or metal guitarist.

What You Will Work On

• Strict alternate picking — down-up on every note, every time
• Right-hand relaxation — tension is the enemy of speed
• Pick angle and depth — efficiency of motion for maximum speed
• Metronome discipline — only increasing tempo when the pattern is clean
• Cross-string accuracy — maintaining consistency when moving between strings

Tips for Learning

• Start at 60 BPM — do not rush the tempo increase.
• Record your picking hand to check for unnecessary movement.
• Practice for 10-15 minutes daily rather than long infrequent sessions.
• Relax your grip — the pick should feel light in your hand.