Repeating pentatonic triplets in E

A three-note pattern repeated fast is one of the most effective sounds in rock soloing — simple to play, impressive at speed.

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60 BPM
Start at 60 · goal 130 BPM
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Position on the neck
0 frets
Frets 12–15 · key: E minor pentatonicSee the scale →
12EADGBe1234123412151212151212151212151215121415121414~

Where to play it

012345678910111213141516171819EADEGABBDEE
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How to practise it

  1. Pull off from 15 to 12 on string 2 if you want a smoother, legato version.
  2. Keep your index finger barred across fret 12.
  3. Increase the tempo slowly — the speed trainer is perfect for this one.
  4. Start at 60 BPM. Only speed up when you can play it cleanly three times in a row — the goal is 130 BPM.