Iron - Man Tab

The "Iron Man" guitar riff by Black Sabbath is one of the most recognizable in rock history. It is characterized by its heavy use of and a signature sliding technique that mimics the sound of a "big iron bloke" walking. Guitar Tab Summary

: Before the riff starts, Tony Iommi performs a "pre-nut bend" by pushing the string behind the guitar's nut to create a mechanical, robotic sound. iron man tab

: Instead of lifting your fingers, keep them pressed down and slide them between the 10th and 12th frets to get the smooth, "walking" transition. Resources for Beginners The "Iron Man" guitar riff by Black Sabbath

The main riff is typically played on the and A strings in standard tuning. Beginners often learn a single-string version for simplicity. Standard Power Chord Version Fret (String) Intro Chord 7th fret (Low E) / 9th fret (A) First Jump 10th fret (A string area) The Slide 12th fret (Slide down to 10th) The "Wiggle" Fast changes between 15th and 14th frets Playing Techniques : Instead of lifting your fingers, keep them

: Most instructors recommend using power chords (two-note chords) rather than single notes to capture the song's full, heavy weight.