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114.68Swing characteristics

Usually includes:

  • triplet-derived subdivision
  • flexible long-short ratio depending tempo
  • 2/4 backbeat awareness
  • laid-back/forward microtiming possibilities
  • articulation hierarchy
  • phrase placement across barlines