Overview
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This short course demonstrates how to build a moody rap beat from scratch by layering synths, recording a vintage synth line, programming trap drums, adding sub bass, and arranging transitions in a DAW.
Syllabus
- Intro
- Building a foundation with HYBRID KEYS
- Using HYBRID KEYS synth leads for a spacey ’80s vibe
- Layering textured synths in LO-FI GLOW
- Creating an audio group and pitching
- Recording a vintage synth line with RETRO MACHINES MK2
- Building trap hi-hats & snare rolls in BATTERY
- Adding fat sub bass with MASSIVE X
- Choosing hard-hitting kick drums & ghost notes
- Track arrangement tips
- Adding transitions & ear candy
- Final steps in the DAW
- Metapop remix challenge
Taught by
Native Instruments