1-2-4 Not OFPF

Ron G · #1 11-08-2011, 03:08 PM

I was working on a new song and some new exercises and I couldn't play them right OFPF they just did not sound or feel right. When I switch to 1-2-4 I noticed a big difference in sound/ feel. (OFPF - One Finger Per Fret)

Has anyone else noticed a difference between 1-2-4 and OFPF?

bThumper38 · #2 11-08-2011, 03:42 PM

Work up your finger strength.

TBAR Shane · #3 11-08-2011, 03:51 PM

1-2-4 is generally a better option when playing in the lower register of the neck (unless you have big hands like Jaco). OFPF comes in handy once you get higher up on the neck, such as above the 7th fret.

Sometimes OFPF is necessary lower on the neck, so it is important to be capable to do it. However, there is no need to use OFPF at all times, as it is more strenuous than 1-2-4 in many situations.

**ShoeManiac** · #4 11-08-2011, 04:39 PM

There are plenty of physical exercises you can do in order to become a stronger "One finger per fret" player. And they're really quite simple. Here's a starting point:

1 = Index finger
2 = Middle finger
3 = Ring finger
4 = Pinky finger

Try working through the following patterns with a variety of rhythms:

1-2-3-4
1-2-4-3
1-3-2-4
1-3-4-2
1-4-2-3
1-4-3-2
2-1-3-4
2-1-4-3
2-3-1-4
2-3-4-1
2-4-1-3
2-4-3-1
3-1-2-4
3-1-4-2
3-2-1-4
3-2-4-1
3-4-1-2
3-4-2-1
4-1-2-3
4-1-3-2
4-2-1-3
4-2-3-1
4-3-1-2
4-3-2-1

Work through these patterns up and down the neck in every position and on every string. And vary the rhythms, too. Run the whole program through Whole notes, half notes, quarter notes, 8th notes, 16th's and so on.

Another thing that's very helpful while working through this exercise? Say the name of each note as you play it. While this may sound almost tedious, these kinds of exercises will help build up your strength, speed and fretboard knowledge.

Ron G · #5 11-08-2011, 07:54 PM

Comparing both styles over the same music what I have notice is that my hand is more comfortable 1-2-4.

TBAR Shane · #6 11-08-2011, 09:12 PM

Speaking of OFPF. Adam Neely (who is a member here) just posted a new video discussing the topic. Further critique of (and exploration of) One-Finger-Per Fret on Bass Guitar - YouTube

bThumper38 · #7 11-08-2011, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShoeManiac

There are plenty of physical exercises you can do in order to become a stronger "One finger per fret" player. And they're really quite simple. Here's a starting point:

1 = Index finger
2 = Middle finger
3 = Ring finger
4 = Pinky finger

Try working through the following patterns with a variety of rhythms:

1-2-3-4
1-2-4-3
1-3-2-4
1-3-4-2
1-4-2-3
1-4-3-2
2-1-3-4
2-1-4-3
2-3-1-4
2-3-4-1
2-4-1-3
2-4-3-1
3-1-2-4
3-1-4-2
3-2-1-4
3-2-4-1
3-4-1-2
3-4-2-1
4-1-2-3
4-1-3-2
4-2-1-3
4-2-3-1
4-3-1-2
4-3-2-1

Work through these patterns up and down the neck in every position and on every string. And vary the rhythms, too. Run the whole program through Whole notes, half notes, quarter notes, 8th notes, 16th's and so on.

Another thing that's very helpful while working through this exercise? Say the name of each note as you play it. While this may sound almost tedious, these kinds of exercises will help build up your strength, speed and fretboard knowledge.

I detect the work of Anthony Wellington. I Like using this pattern using 1-3-5-7 Maj.7th, Dom.7th, Min.7th. Do this going through the cycle of fourths, your cross string will get really good.

**ShoeManiac** · #8 11-09-2011, 09:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bThumper38

I detect the work of Anthony Wellington. I Like using this pattern using 1-3-5-7 Maj.7th, Dom.7th, Min.7th. Do this going through the cycle of fourths, your cross string will get really good.

Pardon my ignorance, but who is Anthony Wellington? These were exercises that were given to me by my own teacher who was a Berklee grad.

HaVIC5 · #9 11-09-2011, 09:23 AM

I just posted a video on this stuff. Check it out.

Further critique of (and exploration of) One-Finger-Per Fret on Bass Guitar - YouTube

Fergie Fulton · #10 11-09-2011, 09:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShoeManiac

Pardon my ignorance, but who is Anthony Wellington? These were exercises that were given to me by my own teacher who was a Berklee grad.

LOL, i love the WEB for this very reason.....we all assume we all know and understand the same things......google the name for your answer my friend as there may not be

enough pages to talk about him on TB

Fergie Fulton · #11 11-09-2011, 09:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HaVIC5

I just posted a video on this stuff. Check it out.

Further critique of (and exploration of) One-Finger-Per Fret on Bass Guitar - YouTube

Nice work again Adam.

**ShoeManiac** · #12 11-09-2011, 05:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fergie Fulton

LOL, i love the WEB for this very reason.....we all assume we all know and understand the same things......google the name for your answer my friend as there may not be

enough pages to talk about him on TB

Fair enough. I've had these exercises as part of my own practice/learning routine for some 15+ years. It's very likely that his own teaching techniques came from a very similar place as my own teacher, Bill Langan. And I can't say enough nice things about Bill as a teacher, player and a person.

kampfgolem · #13 11-10-2011, 07:57 AM

I think what Ron G means is 124 is more comfortable to his left hand. I don't have big hands and while on guitar I have no problems whatsoever, on Bass 124 up to the 5th fret seems more right to me. No stress on the left hand at all.

Ron G · #14 11-10-2011, 05:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kampfgolem

I think what Ron G means is 124 is more comfortable to his left hand. I don't have big hands and while on guitar I have no problems whatsoever, on Bass 124 up to the 5th fret seems more right to me. No stress on the left hand at all.

That's what I mean, 1-4 seems to sound better/ have a better groove over 1-3. Maybe it's just me.