How To Beat

20
Oct
Boom Bap vs Trap: What’s the Difference?

Boom Bap vs Trap: What’s the Difference?

What was my first contact with Boom Bap? I remember it clearly. The beat came in, booom bap, booom bap,
2 min read
09
Oct
How the 3-Step Formula Changed My Boombap Workflow (Inspired by 5th Seal)

How the 3-Step Formula Changed My Boombap Workflow (Inspired by 5th Seal)

No gimmicks. Just craft and soul. Everything starts with the break. I’m sitting in front of the screen. Coffee’
4 min read
02
Oct
Beats per Minute (BPM) Explained: The Tempo Behind Every Beat

Beats per Minute (BPM) Explained: The Tempo Behind Every Beat

Beats per Minute, short BPM, tell you how fast a song runs. It is the pulse of the music. 60
3 min read
25
Sep
The 5 Best Tips for Sample-Beat Beginners

The 5 Best Tips for Sample-Beat Beginners

Building your first beat with samples can feel overwhelming – but it doesn’t have to be. With a few simple tricks, you’ll get results fast without drowning in technical details. These beginner-friendly tips will help you take your first steps and keep you motivated.
2 min read
11
Sep
What is a key scale and how do I find the key of a sample?

What is a key scale and how do I find the key of a sample?

A key scale shows which notes fit a sample’s key. Knowing it helps you tune 808s and build melodies that sound right. Use your ear or tools like KeyFinder to find the key, but always trust your ears in the end
1 min read
06
Sep
My 808 and Bass Setup for Boom-Bap Beats Without Sidechain

My 808 and Bass Setup for Boom-Bap Beats Without Sidechain

Boom-Bap lives off raw energy. Kick and bass shouldn’t fight each other, they should move like two voices carrying the same rhythm. I don’t want a pumping effect. I want pressure that moves forward, steady and clear.
2 min read