He is also known for using alternate guitar tunings , particularly when performing acoustically .
Stills experimented with the guitar itself , including soaking strings in barbecue sauce or flipping pickups to mimic Hendrix playing a right - handed guitar left - handed .
Hendrix is also known for using alternate guitar tunings , particularly when performing acoustically .
Stills experimented with the guitar itself , including soaking strings in barbecue sauce or flipping pickups to mimic Hendrix playing a right - handed guitar left - handed .