Drop Tuning Thumb Placement

[anttofm]

So, I've looked at tons of videos and I can't seem to find any information on this, it may be something that other players assume should be general knowledge, so here we go:

What is the correct thumb placement for playing drop chords on the first three frets that will minimize tension for playing and hammer-ons? Can someone show me a picture or video example so I can get this right? Thanks!

 

[Jeremy Healey]

I was told years ago that my thumb position was wrong, but its the only comfortable way for me to play. It could be a personal preference thing? Im not fully certain on this matter either honestly.

 

[Ed Seith]

It's pretty much whatever's comfiest for you.

For me, that means the thumb is slightly north of the center of the back of the neck (like behind the 4th/D string) and tilted 45 degrees towards the headstock.

 

[bxsimpson13]

It's pretty much whatever's comfiest for you.

For me, that means the thumb is slightly north of the center of the back of the neck (like behind the 4th/D string) and tilted 45 degrees towards the headstock.

This is pretty much how I do it. I've always bought the heaviest string I could find, so adjusting to these low chords was a little tough, but now it's pretty easy, and that's almost exactly how my hand looks when playing drop chords.

 

[Apocalyptic Katana]

everyone's anatomy is different, experiment and do what feels right for you