VIDEO: Essentials guitar lesson - Ed Sheeran-style acoustic guitar (TG230)
Tips on nailing Ed's unconventional playing style
TG takes a look at the basic acoustic guitar techniques used by this month's cover star Ed Sheeran.
Download Total Guitar issue 230 for the accompanying tab and explanation - available in the UK and, digitally, worldwide.
Palm-muted thumb strumming
Palm-muted thumb and finger strumming
Thumb and finger strumming
Percussive backbeat
Thumb-picked bassline
Tutor: Chris Bird
Videographer: Martin Holmes
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