Most players use alternate picking for blues scales. Gambale’s method uses a "down-down" or "up-up" sweep when changing strings, allowing pentatonic runs to reach terrifying speeds with half the effort. 2. The 3-1-3 Pattern

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A staple of the Gambale sound involves playing three notes on one string, one on the next, and three on the following. By using economy picking, the pick moves in a single direction for two or three strings at a time. 3. Gambale Sweeping

While most people think of sweeping as just for arpeggios, Frank uses it for . This involves "stacking" notes so that a five-string scale run can be played with just a few deliberate strokes. How to Practice for Maximum Speed