When playing a particular fret, remember that you don't place your finger directly on the metal fret wire, but in between the two frets (or between the nut and first fret wire). For example, if you're playing the fifth fret, place your finger in the square between the fourth and fifth fret wires.26 Mar 2016
Where on the fret should you press?
5 Answers. The proper place to fret a string is close to the fret wire. Your finger should be right behind the fret.27 Feb 2020