Breakdown Riff Practice Lick
by Druox (May 24, 2009)
Skill Level - Intermediate
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This riff is a great way of practicing hammer-ons and downstrokes.
The picking patterns you could practice is alternate picking, or downstrokes. Both can make this riff happen.
The patterns of picking you will be practicing are used in many different riffs in metal and even rock. The timing is the key. Especially at the end riff.
Tempo - 90 bpm
The notes are made so you emphasize each chord you play. The palm muting helps to accent the chords and leads.
With practice, you can use the picking techniques to create your own kick-ass breakdown for your songs!