Metal Guitar Academy/The "Stretch / Ring / Middle" Method

Stretch/Ring/Middle Method

Break Out of the Box and Move Fluidly Around the Neck

You know your scale patterns.

But - do you actually feel free to move between them? Up and down the neck, on any string, in real time? Most Guitarists get stuck in “the box,” unable to break out and connect big patterns smoothly. The Stretch/Ring/Middle Method (or “NeckFlow”) is your solution.

What You’ll Learn

  • Three Simple Shapes, Infinite Possibilities:
    Master the “stretch,” “ring,” and “middle” finger patterns—three easy-to-grasp shapes that let you play fluidly along any single string, for any major or minor scale.

  • Build Real NeckFlow:
    Learn how to move seamlessly between scale positions, connecting big patterns and never getting stuck in one spot again.

  • Create Your Own Technique Exercises:
    Use these shapes to invent licks and drills that target your weak spots and build true control—whether you’re alternate picking, playing legato, or sequencing.

  • Visualize the Neck Like a Pro:
    See how these patterns interlock, overlap, and repeat—so you’re not just memorizing, but actually understanding how to navigate the neck.

  • Apply It to Any Scale:
    Works for major, minor, and modal playing—giving you a universal system to break through barriers and play more musically.

James F.

"We have covered almost every genre of music and [Brett's] knowledge music and guitar is second to none."

Davis S.

"[Brett] is well versed in a multitude of techniques and can show you how to apply them to various genres."

What’s Included

  • In-Depth Video Lesson:
    Brett breaks down the Stretch/Ring/Middle shapes and demonstrates how to use them for both technique building and real-world playing.

  • Tab & Diagrams:
    Clear fretboard diagrams for each shape, plus example licks and exercises you can use or adapt.

  • Practice Strategies:
    Step-by-step tips for integrating these patterns into your daily routine and connecting them to your existing scale knowledge.

  • Lifetime Access:
    Review and revisit as often as you need—this is a foundational skill you’ll use for years.

Why This Method Works

  • No More Getting Stuck:
    Instead of being trapped in one pattern, you’ll be able to “launch” from any string and move where you want—fast.

  • Practical, Not Theoretical:
    Learn a system that’s easy to memorize, easy to apply, and instantly useful for improvisation, soloing, and writing.

  • Build Technique and Musicality:
    Every exercise is designed to build real-world skills—not just finger gymnastics.

Who This Is For

  • Guitarists who feel trapped in scale boxes and want true freedom across the neck

  • Players looking for practical ways to connect scale patterns and improvise beyond memorized shapes

  • Anyone who wants to build better technique and understand the neck, not just memorize patterns

  • $14

The "Stretch / Ring / Middle" Method

Move Beyond the Box and Play Anywhere.