Anchor technique question

[Russell L]

I totally agree. However the trouble with the likes of CTS and RSI is there is no pain, possibly for years, as it can take this length of time before a person notices any problems. Just because no pain is experienced now, does not mean it wont happen over time.

Absolutely possible.

 

[RDUB]

I've been an anchor player since day one. My anchor point often changes. Depending on the sound I want, I move back toward the bridge (floating, really) and forward to above the neck pickup (anchoring on the side of the neck). I also move my whole hand (floating again) when I'm playing a part with a ringing open D while changing notes on the G string, for example.

When I was teaching, usually started with the floating technique. I had many more advanced students, however, who were already adept with the anchor.