Hrmm.. well technique is one thing, but theory is another. I've been playing for 6 years, and to tell you the truth? I couldn't play most scales if someone asked me, nor could I name half the notes on the fretboard w/o thinking and counting in my head. Sure I can play well, but when it comes down to theory, I suck ass.

Which is why I kept my career as it was, and only play for fun :D