palm muting
"Palm muting" is a guitar technique widely used in genres like rock and heavy metal to create a distinct percussive sound.
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Definition
B2Guitar Playing
(technical, music)A method where the side of the picking hand rests on the strings near the bridge to dampen the sound, creating a muted, percussive effect.
Example
- He used palm muting to give the riff a heavier, more rhythmic feel.
- Palm muting adds a chugging sound to the guitar part, making it more dynamic.
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