Is it a good idea to practice with high action on a guitar?

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I usually don't recommend playing on higher guitar action, as the effects on fingers are worst.. Sometimes depends on player preferred. Lower action have better accuracy,clear tone more advance in fast picking ( alternate picking) or finger picking.. Sometimes higher action make busing and even few strings...
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I usually don't recommend playing on higher guitar action, as the effects on fingers are worst.. Sometimes depends on player preferred. Lower action have better accuracy,clear tone more advance in fast picking ( alternate picking) or finger picking.. Sometimes higher action make busing and even few strings get muted. Its a result of getting pain in hands or finger.so lower action is best for me read less
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No. If you want to get better at guitar and play your favorite songs, you need to practice. You won't progress much if you practice on a guitar with high action. You will have to use extra pressure to get the chords to sound clear.
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yes,high action guitar improves your playing ability,which heps you to play any guitar easily.....
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