Originally Posted by: manXcatTry using this (variation 1) voicing if you're not already. Although I can play the alternatives, pretty much everyone experienced that I know does, including me. Perfect for Rock tones in that octave.
The same 2nd fret voicing with the traditional 1,2,3,4 fingered form can be cramped on narrower fingerboards with tighter string spacings rendering it awkward, and is generally slower to form accurately. With repetitious practice, that isn't an issue at slower tempo songs, but still may not be as ergonomic as variation 1 depending upon the preceding and following chords. Just experiment with what works for you.
In the final analysis, it just comes down to paying attention to fault finding through hands on experimentation and consolidating through repetitous practice. It just takes time and determination/commitment.
FWIW I have smaller hands, and at two years progress, I can perform all the Bmaj variations illustrated at that link. Currently competely fluid with all except Variation 4, but that's simply down to not using it much in application so far. A day or so hammering it would see it fluid too. You''ll be there too soon enough.
[br]GL with it. I've found the progress curve exponential.
Thank you! I think I just need more patience, perhaps. Story of my life.