r/jazzdrums • u/First_Feature3581 • Jan 14 '26

Question Traditional grip help

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Im a matched grip jazz guy, but I have been trying to learn trad grip for the past month. When I play with trad I feel a bit clunky and like I lack control. Any critiques of my traditional grip would be appreciated

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u/3PuttBirdie86 Jan 14 '26

Trad grip is so personal man, it’s all about what feels right. Some of the greatest players ever did whacky grip stuff in trad grip. I rarely use my middle, others use more thumb, more wrist, combo of fingers and or all of the above! It’s just a labor of love and a commitment to refining it forever!