Your Alternate Picking Falls Apart After 120 BPM
LET'S FIX THAT
The Need For Speed-Picking is step-by-step speed-picking system for intermediate metal guitarists stuck around 110–140 BPM who want clean, repeatable 16ths at 160+.
Taught by Christian Andersen, founder of AxeFire, coach to hundreds of guitarists worldwide obsessed with fast, clean alternate picking.
If Your Picking Only Works “On Good Days,” This Is For You
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You can sometimes hit that fast run, but you cannot reproduce it on command.
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Your picking hand tightens up the second you push past your comfort tempo.
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String changes turn into a train wreck as soon as things get fast.
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You keep jumping between random YouTube drills, hoping speed will just “click” one day.
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You’re not even sure if your picking motion is efficient. You just keep grinding and hoping.
Speed doesn’t show up just because you practice harder. If the mechanics aren’t right and the training isn’t structured, you’ll stay stuck.
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The Need For Speed-Picking fixes that and gives you a clear path forward.
What Is The Need For Speed-Picking?
The Need For Speed-Picking is a downloadable training system built for guitarists who are sick of “almost fast.”
Instead of guessing, skipping steps, or hoping speed magically appears one day, this gives you a clear, structured path to develop real alternate-picking speed that holds up — every time.
Here’s what you get inside:
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3-Module Training System
A clear progression that starts with single-string control, moves into string-crossing mechanics, and ends with full multi-string speed runs. -
3+ Hours of Live Masterclass Footage
Full recordings from when this course was originally taught live on Zoom. Real breakdowns, real troubleshooting, and real technique insights. -
50+ Audio-Guided Examples
Every example includes verbal cues, a slow demonstration, and a full-speed run — so you always know what to listen for and how it’s supposed to feel. -
A Final Challenge Etude
A full musical piece designed to pressure-test everything you’ve learned, with backing tracks at 80%, 90%, and 100%. -
Tabs in PDF + Guitar Pro Format
Every exercise and example in clean, easy-to-follow notation so you never have to guess what’s happening. -
Printable Workbook
A structured practice guide that keeps everything organized and gives you a clear path through the course from start to finish.
Everything is downloadable and yours to keep for life.
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This is what this system builds:
RUTHLESSLY PRECISE ALTERNATE PICKING
Your coach, Christian Andersen demonstrating a lick from the Final Etude Challenge in The Need For Speed-Picking Course.
After Working Through This System, You’ll Be Able To:
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Play fast lines with consistent attack and tone, instead of the first bar sounding strong and the rest falling apart
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Hold fast runs for multiple bars without your picking hand locking up
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Move across strings without tripping every time you change strings at higher tempos
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Actually measure your progress week by week instead of wondering if you’re getting better
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Walk up to a fast tempo and know your hands will show up, instead of praying for a lucky take
Speed becomes a repeatable skill, not a random accident.
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Is This For You?
This is if for you, if:
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You play rock or metal and want aggressive, articulate, high-gain picking
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You can already play basic alternate picking cleanly at slow to mid tempos
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You’re stuck in that “almost fast” zone and want a clear way out
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You’re willing to actually follow a focused practice plan
This is not for you, if:
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You just picked up a guitar last month and can’t yet play clean at slow tempos
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You want a magic trick that fixes everything without practice
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You refuse to record yourself or track progress​
RESULTS FROM MY STUDENTS
All of our AxeFire coaching clients get hands-on training through the same methods and framework you're receiving today.
“In a few months I went from falling apart around 130 BPM to playing solid 16ths upwards of 170+ BPM. The structure and focus of the training changed everything.” —Sune, AxeFire client
“I went from just learning to solo, to shredding full solos at 180+ BPM in one year, from training with AxeFire” —Alfred, AxeFire client
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How fast will I get from this?
A: There’s no magic number. Your results depend on your starting point and how consistently you follow the process. This course gives you the exact method to build speed the right way. The more honestly you follow it, the more your BPM will climb.
Q: Is this suitable for beginners?
A: This is not for total beginners. You should already be able to play basic lines with alternate picking at slower tempos. The course is for players who are stuck on the metronome and want to break through.
Q: How do I access everything?
A: After purchase, you’ll receive an instant download link. Inside you’ll find the videos, tabs, and practice materials. Save them to your device or drive and they’re yours for life.
Q: Will this work if I’ve already tried other picking methods?
A: Most players don’t fail because they tried the wrong method. They fail because they never followed one system long enough to let it work. If you can already play clean at slow to mid tempos and you're willing to follow the structure, you’ll see progress here.
Q: How much practice time do I need for this to work?
A: You don’t need hours a day. If you can commit 20–40 focused minutes, at least 3–5 days per week, you’ll see measurable improvement. Consistency beats intensity.
Q: Do I need to be able to read music?
A: No. The course uses tabs. Standard notation is included, but not required.
Q: What if I get stuck?
A: The training is structured to eliminate confusion, but if you hit a wall you can always reach out. And if you want direct, hands-on feedback, there are higher-level coaching options available.
You Already Know What Happens If You Don’t Fix This
You’ve done the random exercises. You’ve watched the tutorials. You’ve had days where things felt fast… and then the next day everything fell apart.
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That cycle doesn’t magically resolve itself.
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If you want speed that’s repeatable, controlled, and reliable, you need a process built for that. A system that forces progress instead of hoping for it.
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This is that system.
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If you’re serious about fixing your picking, this is the moment.
This is the clearest path to real picking speed you’ve ever had.