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Fade to Black: Intro Solo

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Kirk Hammet's solo for Fade to Black , from Metallica's 1984 album, Fade to Black.

Tuning:

1/2 step flat (Eb,Ab,Db,Gb,Bb,Eb)

Skill Level:

intermediate

Effects:

heavy distortion, reverb

Techniques:

hammer on, pull off, bend, vibrato,

slide

Scales:

B minor pattern 1, 2, 3, & 4

A minor pattern 4

Arpeggios:

B minor pattern 4

DGO featured instructor:

Dan Blanzy