Industry Jun 14, 2026

Dire Straits' Fingerpicking Style

The early ’80s hit featured his iconic National Style O resonator guitar

Originally published by MusicRadar
Share
Dire Straits' Fingerpicking Style

The early '80s hit by Dire Straits utilized Mark Knopfler's distinctive fingerpicking technique on his National Style O resonator guitar. This playing style is credited with imparting a sense of immediacy and soulfulness to the music. Originally reported by MusicRadar.

Artists in this article