Brian Welch “I thought I'd mastered the 7-string after a week of sitting and practicing... then I went to a Korn rehearsal and stood up – My whole week of practicing sitting down was for nothing”: Brian Welch on his 7-string journey, and his unusual playing posture The Korn guitarist struggled initially to find his way around the 7-string in a performance-like setting. Though he would overcome his initial difficulties, their impact on his style was permanent Get The Pick NewsletterAll the latest guitar news, interviews, lessons, reviews, deals and more, direct to your inbox!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors MOST READ1Ska, reggae guitar king Ernest Ranglin on the origins of the ‘skank’ style, and the early Jamaican scene 2Best guitars for kids 2024: Acoustic and electric models for your budding guitar hero3Stedman PureConnect GP-2 and PK-3 cleaning kits review4Dweezil Zappa reveals the ins and outs of Frank Zappa's futuristic setup5"I never had a good voice for singing, so I took it out on the guitar." An epic Duane Eddy interview by Bill Nelson