Dave Mustaine
Main Band
Megadeth
Main Guitar
Flying V’s
#1 SONG
Symphony Of Destruction
THE SOLO
Hangar 18
THE RIFF
Holy Wars… The Punishment Due
| Birth Name | David Scott Mustaine |
| Birth Place | La Mesa, California |
| Nationality | American |
| Age | 64 (Born September 13, 1961) |
| Years Playing | 51 (started playing 1974) |
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| Genres | Heavy Metal, Thrash Metal |
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| Collaborations | , |
| Net Worth | US$ 14,000,000 |
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Dave Mustaine Biography
Career Highlights
Forming the band Megadeth in 1983
Releasing Megadeth's Best Selling Album "Countdown to Extinction" in 1992
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022
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Dave Mustaine Techniques
Right Hand
Alternate PickingAlternate picking involves striking the string with both downstrokes and upstrokes in a continuous motion. It enhances speed and precision. Guitarists use this technique for rapid note sequences., Palm MutingPalm muting involves lightly resting the palm on the strings near the bridge. It creates a dampened, rhythmic sound. This technique is common in rock and metal music., Pick SlideOther Techniques
Finger VibratoFinger vibrato involves oscillating the finger on a fret. It adds expressiveness to notes. This technique is essential for emotional playing., HarmonicsHarmonics involve lightly touching the string at specific points to produce bell-like tones. They add tonal variety. This technique is used for special sound effects. Harmonics can be natural or artificial, depending on the method used., Lead GuitarLead guitar focuses on melody lines and solos. It often uses techniques like bends and vibrato. This role is prominent in rock and blues bands., Rhythm GuitarRhythm guitar focuses on chord progressions and rhythmic patterns. It provides harmonic support. This role is crucial in most band settings., ShreddingTechniques Breakdown
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Dave Mustaine Gear
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Dave Mustaine Videos
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Mustaine Performing Phantom Lord With Metallica
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One of The Greatest Megadeth Live Performances
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12 Minutes of Dave Mustaine Soloing
Dave Mustaine Guitar Tabs
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