Monthly Archives: September 2020

Samplephonics Tribal DnB MULTIFORMAT

By | September 3, 2020

Samplephonics Tribal DnB MULTIFORMAT

Samplephonics Tribal DnB MULTIFORMAT

Tribal DnB explores the more expansive, percussive side of contemporary Drum n Bass. Fusing together a fine blend of ethnic rhythms, system worthy bottom end and eastern flavoured synth progressions, this one of a kind collection of Drum & Bass loops and one shots reveals a producer with a real point to prove.

With the bit between his teeth, Lynch Kingsley explores the deeper side of DnB production showcasing some of his finest production to date. Evolving landscapes are formed through the synth heavy pads, sub bass lines mutate and reveal a darker, more twisted side which all perfectly compliment the main event; the outrageously well produced drum loops. So whether you’re looking to destroy a late night system slot or produce something a little bit more organic and original, this is the perfect collection for your production needs.

This pack of royalty free loops and samples comes as Wav Loops files, complete with sampler instrument presets for Ableton Sampler, NNXT, Halion, Maschine, Kontakt, Motu MachFive, SFZ and EXS24. Dig in to explore this truly original masterpiece of contemporary Tribal DnB.

Technical Specs:

246 Loops

150 One shots

Sampler instruments for Ableton Sampler, NNXT, Halion, Maschine, Kontakt, Motu MachFive, SFZ and EXS24

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Samplephonics Astral Beats MULTIFORMAT

By | September 3, 2020

Samplephonics Astral Beats MULTIFORMAT

Samplephonics Astral Beats MULTIFORMAT

Prepare to be transported to another dimension with this beautiful and profound collection of spaced out, slow-mo Hip Hop loops and samples, packed full of character and all the Hip Hop beat making fuel for you production needs.

MASSIVE SELECTION OF SOUNDS
This cosmic Hip Hop sample pack is jammed full of an impressive array of live instrument sounds including fat double bass licks, smooth keys melodies, loose percussion grooves, super swung hip hop drum loops, processed foley and found sound samples and chunky analogue synths.

AUTHENTIC & ORIGINAL
Inspired by the likes of Flying Lotus and Lapalux, this authentic and original sample library is perfect for Hip Hop, Future R&B, House and Electronica or anything that needs a healthy dose of tripped out astral Jazz.

MULTI-FORMAT
All loops and samples in this collection are 100% royalty free and are ready to download in a variety of file formats including 24 Bit Wav, Acidized Wav, Rex2 and Apple Loops, with playable sampler instruments for Reason NNXT, SFZ, MachFive, Ableton Sampler, Kontakt, ESX 24 and Maschine.

LET’S RECAP

Out of this world collection of Hip Hop samples
Wonky drum loops and swung percussion
Live double bassand keys sounds
Ideal for Hip Hop, Trap Future Beats and more!
Multiple file formats and sampler instruments
851MB
254Loops
159One Shots
Sampler instruments for Reason NNXT, SFZ, MachFive, Ableton Sampler, Kontakt, ESX 24 and Maschine

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Samplephonics Deep Sax MUTIFORMAT

By | September 3, 2020

Samplephonics - Deep Sax MUTIFORMAT

Samplephonics Deep Sax MUTIFORMAT

Inject some smooth laid back grooves and sophisticated sounds right into your production. Deep Sax is a super cool, laid back, soulful collection of Jazz saxophone loops and samples. Written and performed by gifted multi-instrumentalist Gene Shill and recorded in a stunning boutique studio, the quality of production and level of musicianship on display in this incredible sax sample pack really are something to behold.

The pack’s 269 late-night smoky loops and 29 jazz infused one shots are packed with meandering melodies, supporting harmonies and up front stab sounds, plus a lovely collection of deep, emotional phrases that tug on the heart strings. With tempos ranging from 88 to 128 BPM, these production ready sax loops will sit perfectly with House, Hip Hop and Soundtrack productions. Dry and plate reverb dipped versions of each loop are provided for maximum flexibility.

All the sounds in this exquisite saxophone sample library are 100% royalty free and come as 24 Bit Wav, Acidized Wav, Rex2 and Apple Loops files. All one shot sounds come pre formatted for a host of sampler instruments including Kontakt, Ableton Sampler, Halion and more. Download now and add some soul to your tracks!

Technical specs:

425.2 MB

269 Loops

29 One shots

Sampler instruments for Ableton Sampler, Halion, Kontakt, NNXT, EXS24, MachFive, SFZ and Maschine

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Trailer Music Redefined [Tutorial Course]

By | September 3, 2020

Trailer Music Redefined [Tutorial Course]

Trailer Music Redefined [Tutorial Course]

“Trailer Music Redefined!” is an 8-Module journey taking you through the most fundamental skills, insights and workflows in the fields of orchestral, sound design and hybrid trailer music.

This course is aimed towards aspiring professionals in the music industry wanting to learn how to create massive trailer music, and earn a living diving into the world of trailer music.

You will be guided through the very beginning of what trailer music is, the different styles, genres and uses, examples of license fees, through entire hybrid trailer music cue creation, orchestration, layering techniques, mixing and mastering, and so much more.

You will get an in-depth walkthrough of orchestral, sound design and hybrid trailer music cues, how they are built up, which sounds to use, how to sketch new ideas and which workflows to use to achieve a good production.

Here’s What You’ll Learn

  • Creating a trailer cue from scratch
  • The different fields, types and styles of Trailer Music
  • Finding fresh, unique and grabbing ideas
  • Approaches working with strings, brass, choir, rhythms and more
  • Using sound design elements and trailer FX
  • Mastering Orchestral, Sound Design and Hybrid trailer music creation
    Practical techniques for composing, orchestrating and arranging through simplified music theory
  • Mixing and mastering a trailer cue
  • Using essential tools and mixing plugins, from a professional mix engineer
  • Exclusive insights from trailer music publishers, composers and editors

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Samplephonics Afro-Latin Percussion MULTIFORMAT

By | September 3, 2020

Samplephonics Afro-Latin Percussion MULTIFORMAT

Samplephonics Afro-Latin Percussion MULTIFORMAT

Afro-Latin Percussion’ is a truly authentic collection of high energy South American and Caribbean percussion grooves, perfect for spicing up your productions and injecting Latin flair into your rhythm tracks. Performed by world class percussion player Satin Singh and recorded in the unique location of Lightship Studios, a bespoke high end recording studio on a 550 tonne boat.

This melting pot of Salsa, Rhumba and Samba covers a variety of tempos, ranging from 70 to 120 BPM, and features a vast collection of exotic percussion instruments including claves, congas, bongos, timbales, guiros and wood blocks.

These incredible loops are the ideal base to provide speed and movement to any drum track or nestle gently behind the fattest groove to inject an added sense of live excitement.

This pack of Royalty-Free percussion samples comes as WAV and Acid Loop file formats. All of the one shot sounds are pre loaded into playable sampler instrument patches for Ableton Sampler, NN-XT, Halion, Maschine, Kontakt, Motu MachFive, SFZ and EXS24.

Add some energy to your tracks with these stunning percussion sounds.

Pack specs:

• 365 Loops
• 140 One-Shots
• Sampler instruments for Ableton Sampler, NN-XT, Halion, Maschine, Kontakt, Motu MachFive, SFZ and EXS24

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Loopmasters VIBES Vol.8 – Acid Rock WAV REX

By | September 3, 2020

Loopmasters VIBES Vol.8 - Acid Rock WAV REX

Loopmasters VIBES Vol.8 – Acid Rock WAV REX

‘Vibes Vol 8: Acid Rock’ by Loopmasters is a psychedelic reflection on the greatest golden-era Rock sounds with a modern sheen and contemporary professionalism. Expand the consciousness of you and your audience with the distorted and twisted sounds of gritty guitars, slamming drums, booming organs and much more, all 100% Royalty-Free.

This relentlessly warped collection of bitter resonances is perfect for anyone who wants an authentic 60s sound while retaining a present-day quality. With stems for 18 separate full tracks broken up into individual loops and materials, you’re spoilt for choice. Electric bass loops, full drum workouts, shredded guitar solos and organ samples and more await, ready to evoke a rebellious and revolutionary spirit in all who hear. You also get 666 (very apt!) Rex2 files.

With loops and stems spanning a range of tempos from 100-133 BPM, and in a host of keys and playing styles, this selection of sounds is perfect for its named genre but is also well suited to Psychedelic Rock, Blues, Hard Rock, Stoner Metal and Proto-Metal.

Experience this beautifully chaotic modern voyage through a classic headspace with ‘Acid Rock’.

Product Details:

• 44.1kHz/24-Bit
• 18 Song Construction Kits
• 315 Electric Guitar Loops
• 144 Electric Bass Loops
• 106 Live Drum Loops
• 59 Organ Loops
• 38 Fuzz Electric Bass Loops
• 4 FX Loops
• 666 Rex2 Files
• 100% Royalty-Free

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SM188 Leftfield Bass WAV

By | September 3, 2020

SM188 Leftfield Bass WAV

SM188 Leftfield Bass WAV

Combining leftfield electronica on the fringes of Hip Hop, Dubstep, Drum & Bass and the underground beat scene – Left Field Bass delivers over 1GB+ of heavy-hitting low end, futuristic half-time beats, and cutting-edge sound design. Packed with hundreds of expertly crafted loops and drum hits, Left Field Bass serves up the sounds and tools to give your productions unique XXL grit.

Contains:

· 29 Bass Loops
· 52 Bass One Shots
· 22 Chord One Shots
· 207 Drum Hits
· 275 Drum Loops
· 27 FX Loops
· 21 FX One Shots
· 28 Full Inspiration Loops & Stems
· 36 Synth Loops
· 27 Synth One Shots
· 25 Top Loops

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iZotope Stutter Edit 2 WIN OSX

By | September 3, 2020

iZotope Stutter Edit 2 WIN OSX

iZotope Stutter Edit 2 WIN OSX

Stutter Edit 2 creates the famous “stutter” editing effect with one button, slicing audio into small fragments and sequencing the pieces into razor-sharp rhythmic effects, recreating techniques that previously took hours to perfect in a studio.

In addition to the stutter effects, performers and producers can juggle between a multitude of rhythmic gestures to build tension and create dynamics, both in live performances and studio arrangements. This new version offers an easier setup experience and a greatly expanded suite of effects that give access to near-infinite combinations of sound. With new AUTO mode, users can add sounds to mixes without routing or easily connect a MIDI controller to access multiple gestures at once. The new version also includes an upgraded Distort module and new Comb, Chorus and Limiter modules, a new Reverb module from BT’s personal collection, along with a suite of 11 effects. Every parameter in Stutter Edit 2 can be set to move in time with the gesture, letting users create everything from automatic pans to jumping reverb effects and more.

Features

  • Stutter engine: Create instant rhythmic patterns out of any sound. Trap your hi hat. Make your vocals skip and jump. Turn percussion into pitch. Make an instant dubstep breakdown.
  • Improved* An easier setup with AUTO mode for auditioning sounds in a mix with hassle-free with one button. Or hook up a MIDI controller with step-by-step in-app help that detects a DAW.
  • New* Curve Editor affects any setting in Stutter Edit 2, letting you make sweeping filters, pumping reverbs, and blends of lo-fi energy. Drill into any setting to edit the curve in detail, or choose from 12 premade curves for instant inspiration.
  • New* effects modules: get the creative juices flowing with deeper controls and more options for motion and chaos. Stutter Edit 2 adds new Comb and Chorus modules, along with a full-featured Reverb and two-band Distort module.
  • New* Banks and gestures designed by BT deliver a wealth of effects, ideas, and sounds. Saved banks auto-map to your MIDI key keyboard, giving you dozens of gestures at your fingertips.
  • New* UI experience offers a logical workflow, with a new dedicated output section, easier Stutter controls, and a flexible system for saving banks and gestures.

BT is widely recognized for pioneering the “stutter edit” as a musical technique. He originally designed iZotope’s Stutter Edit software to help automate his painstaking process for breaking audio into impossibly small fragments and using them for new sound synthesis.

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@Zunda Beats Havana Loop Kit WAV

By | September 3, 2020

@Zunda Beats Havana Loop Kit WAV

@Zunda Beats Havana Loop Kit WAV

Havana Loop Kit! 30 Melodic Loops Made By @Zunda_Beats

Included files:

@Zunda_Beats – Defending 153.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Chico 152.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Crash 155.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Crown 155.wav
@Zunda_Beats – English 163.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Flutter 164.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Forfit 154.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Forget 152.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Freestyle 156.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Games 145.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Havana 142.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Hydra 150.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Instrument 146.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Julien 164.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Lane 152.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Milo 145.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Nerd 144.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Noah 147.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Peace 152.wav
@Zunda_Beats – PZA 150.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Runaway 134.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Ryder 164.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Sea 178.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Secret 138.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Sharks Under Water 118.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Slime 135.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Stalker 155.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Symphony 144.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Watermelon 160.wav
@Zunda_Beats – Wishing well 134.wav

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Elysium – Future House Sample Pack & Presets

By | September 3, 2020

Elysium - Future House Sample Pack & Presets

Elysium – Future House Sample Pack & Presets

The future of house music has arrived! Elysium – Future house is our latest collection of modern future house sounds. Inspired by artists like Don Diablo, Lucas & Steve, Mesto, Oliver Heldens, R3hab, Madison Mars and many others, this pack will get the crowd moving and whip the main stage into a frenzy! Get busy in the studio with out-of-this-world loops, samples and presets that will turn every future house track into a future chart topper!
Punchy House Drums: Create pounding tracks in no time! Filled with hard hitting kicks, crispy claps and classic hats, these drums will add unbelievable amounts of energy to your future house productions! Looking for a faster workflow? These drum loops will add instant bounce to your tracks!
Raving Synth’s & Basses: Future House is all about hard basses and crazy synths. Elysium is filled with critical leads, high-energy basses and mesmerizing chords. Create bouncy dancefloor killers in no time with these wild synths and mad basses!
Crazy Xfer Serum Presets: Tailored to perfection, these future house basses, energizing leads and bright plucks will hype up the mainstage! Fully macroed and ready to use, these Serum presets wil transform your productions into unstoppable tunes that dominate the dancefloor!
Grab your copy of Elysium – Future House now!

Pack Content

• 16 x Bassline Loops
• 20 x Chord Loops
• 155 x Drum & Percussion Loops
• 79 x Drum & Percussion One Shots
• 60 x Fx
• 28 x Synth Melody Fills
• 29 x Synth Melody Loops
• 9 x Vocal Chop Loops
• 50 x Xfer Serum Presets

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Wngmn Sample Library Vol.1 WAV

By | September 3, 2020

Wngmn Sample Library Vol.1 WAV

Wngmn Sample Library Vol. 1 WAV

10 original compositions recorded on 1/4″ Telefunken M15 Tape Machine for analog warmth and texture.

This sample pack requires master clearance for major placements.

Back to Church 153bpm @prodbywngmn – Part_1
Back to Church 153bpm @prodbywngmn
Bad 135bpm @prodbywngmn
Don_t Say No 144bpm @prodbywngmn
Evil Hippie 170bpm @prodbywngmn – Part_1
Evil Hippie 170bpm @prodbywngmn
Flowers 80bpm @prodbywngmn x otherclay
Freak 121bpm @prodbywngmn – Part_1
Loopy 122bpm @prodbywngmn
Strangers 120bpm @prodbywngmn
Watcher 170bpm @prodbywngmn
Woo Woo 160bpm @prodbywngmn

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G RY Melody Loop Kit Vol.1 WAV

By | September 3, 2020

G RY Melody Loop Kit Vol.1 WAV

G RY Melody Loop Kit Vol.1 WAV

Contains 100 unique melody loops to get your beats started.

All WAV files.

Loops are not Royalty Free

Included files:

Alarmed 127 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Angels (G. Ry).wav
Around the way 115 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Baby Lead 156 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Back in my way(G. Ry).wav
Bass FTW 146 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Bbq (G. Ry).wav
Beam 127 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Beep 142 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Big Bass 126 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Brand New (108 bpm).wav
Brit 140 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Brooklyn keys (G Ry).wav
Centenial (G. Ry).mp3
China (G. Ry).wav
Choir boys 145 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Church 138 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Cold 126 bpm (G Ry).wav
Conan (G. Ry).wav
Crossing 126 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Dawn 127 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Demolition 127 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Drunk all night 156 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Echestral chords 142 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Ectasy 146 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Electic (G. Ry).wav
Elegant flute 142 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Elevator 140 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Encore 146 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Evil 115 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Fantasy Piano (G. Ry).wav
Fields 130 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Fire luv 126 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Funions (G. Ry).wav
Galaxy 130 bpm.wav
Glass 142 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Guitar Sauce 140 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Happy (G. Ry).wav
Hardcore 138 bpm.wav
Harvest (G. Ry).wav
Hell (G. Ry).wav
Hendrix 124 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Hitmaker 136 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Hurt (G. Ry).wav
Interlude 140 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Jah (G. Ry).wav
Jodeci Cry For U (G. Ry).wav
jungle book voice (G. Ry).wav
Justice 130 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Key phased stabs (G. Ry).wav
Keys (G. Ry).wav
Luv chords 142 (G. Ry).wav
Marble 125 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Matrix 127 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Mood (G. Ry).wav
Motion 100 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Movie Strings 140 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Nirvana 120 bpm (G. Ry).wav
No Matter What 98 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Ocean 158 bpm.wav
Orchids 130 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Pacific 126 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Pad (G Ry).wav
Perc Loop (G. Ry).wav
Piano (G. Ry).wav
Pluto 125 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Quartex 142 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Recital keys 140 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Revenge bass 126 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Rhodes (G. Ry).wav
Riding bass 142 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Rnb keys (G. Ry).wav
Rock Guitar 146 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Sauce keys 126 bpm.wav
Say Yes (G. Ry).wav
Silver (G. Ry).wav
Slow Jam 128.610 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Smashed 156 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Soup Bass 142 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Space rocket (G. Ry).wav
Spaghetti keys 136bpm (G. Ry).wav
Speed Arps (G. Ry).wav
Stars 130 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Stranger things 130 bpm.wav
Strings 126 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Sunshine Gloom 142 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Synths 126 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Terror (G. Ry).wav
Toxic 126 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Tribe (G. Ry).wav
Trifecta lead 126 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Trill (G. Ry).wav
Tubey 146 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Turbulence 127 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Vertigo 126 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Vibey 130 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Victory 146 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Voyage violins (G. Ry).wav
Vultra 127 bpm (G. Ry).wav
Warming up (G. Ry).wav

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Andromeda – Progressive Trance Sample Pack WAV

By | September 3, 2020

Andromeda – Progressive Trance Sample Pack WAV

Progressive Trance went through many changes in the past. From its inception in the early 90s to the synth driven sound from 2020, it took on many shapes.

Andromeda brings the latest sound, sent from the heavens to earth, and captures that uplifting, dynamic Trance feel. Inspired by artists such as Astrix, Astral Projection, Shpongle, Dragonfly, Sesto Sento, G.M.S, Vertical Mode and Vini Vici, these sounds will mesmerize the dancefloor crowd!

Aggressive Basses & Rumbling Bass Loops: full bass sounds and bass loops solidify this pack and form the backbone to your next trance hit. With trembling lows and full mids these basses will fit right into your progressive productions. Labeled with BPM and key, these loops will hype up your tracks in no time!

Euphoric Synth’s & MIDI: Uplifting melodies and razor sharp leads are here to spice up your productions! Epic supersaws, crazy arpeggios and insane leads will shake the dancefloor to it’s very foundations and raise the hands of the crowds in no time. Looking for instant enchanting vibes? With these thrilling MIDI files, you can’t go wrong!

Explore the space of Grab Andromeda – Progressive Trance and grab it NOW!

Pack Content

• 25 Bass Loops
• 36 Bass One Shots
• 7 Bass Sub Drops
• 120 Drum & Percussion Loops
• 199 Drum & Percussion One Shots
• 73 FX
• 18 Chord Stabs
• 27 Leads
• 14 Leads MIDI
• 33 Synth One Shots
• 9 Pad Chord Progressions
• 30 Supersaw Chord Progressions
• 14 Supersaw Chord MIDI
• 28 Uplifting Arps
• 26 Vocal Atmospheres

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Outrun Zone Sample Pack WAV MIDI PRESETS

By | September 3, 2020

Outrun Zone WAV MIDI PRESETS

‘Outrun Zone’ is a Retrowave pack bringing nostalgia to your DAW via 10 Construction Kits including WAV, MIDI, and Presets.

This pack features drums, percussion, arps, basses, chords, leads, plucks, and pads and for the ultimate producing experience, you can take advantage of the included MIDI and Presets. The songstarters give you a great start to your next track or could be a great addition to existing projects to give another direction or dimension to your tracks.

Each Kit includes all drum parts from kick to several percussion loops in both wet and dry versions for all the main parts. With MIDI you have flexibility to edit notes, velocity etc. and assign your own sound. These are easily imported to any DAW. These MIDIs are also a great source of inspiration for those writer’s block moments.

With the included Presets you have complete control and can replicate the sounds you hear and that have been rendered for you to use in each Kit; you can tweak and do what you want to achieve your own sound.

Pack details:

• 10 Construction Kits (WAV, MIDI & Presets)
• All WAV Files 24-Bit
• MIDI Files For Each Kit
• Wet & Dry Loops For Each Kit
• 105 BPM
• Key Info Labelled On Each Kit Folder
• 390 Files In Total
• 310 WAV Files (24-Bit) Including:
• 10 Demo Mixdown WAV Files
• 20 Kick Loops (10 Compressed & 10 Not Compressed)
• 40 Percussion Loops
• 60 Bass Loops
• 54 Arp Loops
• 54 Lead Loops
• 36 Chord Loops
• 24 Pad Loops
• 12 Pluck Loops
• 40 MIDI Files
• 27 Spire Presets (5 Arps, 5 Leads, 9 Basses, 2 Pads, 5 Chords & 1 Pluck)
• 13 Serum Presets (4 Arps, 4 Leads, 2 Pads, 1 Chord, 1 Pluck & 1 Bass)
• 100% Royalty-Free

Synth Presets Compatibility:

Please Use Spire Version 1.1.15 Or Higher.
Please Use Serum Version 1.27b2 Or Higher.
Please Note: Keep your software legal and up-to-date to avoid any issues when loading your new Presets.

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Music Theory Essentials: A Streamlined Approach to Fundamentals, Tonal Harmony & Post-Tonal Materials

By | September 3, 2020

Music Theory Essentials: A Streamlined Approach to Fundamentals, Tonal Harmony & Post-Tonal Materials

Music Theory Essentials: A Streamlined Approach to Fundamentals, Tonal Harmony & Post-Tonal Materials

Music Theory Essentials offers an antidote to music theory textbooks that are overly long and dense. Focusing on the essentials, this text provides a clear-cut guide to the key concepts of music theory. Beginning with no assumptions about music theory knowledge, the book covers the core elements of music fundamentals, diatonic and chromatic harmony, post-tonal theory, and popular music in a single concise volume. Emphasizing critical thinking skills, this book guides students through conceptualizing musical concepts and mastering analytic techniques.

Each chapter concludes with a selection of applications designed to enhance engagement:

Exercises allow students to apply and practice the skills and techniques addressed in the chapter.
Brain Teasers challenge students to expand their musical understanding by thinking outside the box.
Exploring Music offers strategies for students to apply learned concepts to the music they are currently learning or listening to.
Thinking Critically encourages students to think more deeply about music by solving problems and identifying and challenging assumptions.
A companion website provides answers to book exercises, additional downloadable exercises, and audio examples.

Straightforward and streamlined, Music Theory Essentials is a truly concise yet comprehensive introduction to music theory that is accessible to students of all backgrounds.

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