: An ostinato that can be transformed into a linear fill by replacing hand strokes with kicks (e.g., RLKRLKK). Mastery and Practice Strategy

In a linear fill, the rhythm flows through the kit as a continuous line of notes. This style is prized for its clarity and the "blinding" speed it allows, as limbs never compete for the same subdivision. : You never strike two surfaces at once.

: A classic pattern used across genres. Sticking is: Right Hand, Left Hand, Kick, Kick, Right Hand, Left Hand.

Most legendary linear fills are built from simple blocks, or "linear rudiments," that repeat in groups of four, six, or seven.