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Secrets From The Pros

Playing Rim Shots Correctly

Chad Smith

Chad Smith is the funk/rock drummer for the legendary Red Hot Chili Peppers. He has also recorded with artists such as Deep Purple, Glenn Hughes, and the Dixie Chicks and also has his own band, Chad Smith’s Bombastic Meatbats. Chad talks about the basic idea behind rim shots and how relaxed he stays. Also his tip about hitting between the lugs? A real secret from a pro.

Dynamics, Practice Tips, Rock

Lesson tags: rim shot, rock, sound
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