Trap music is now a staple in almost every genre. But with so many producers using the same formulaic approach, how do you make your trap beats stand out from the pack? If you’re tired…
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The sound of trap is very much reliant upon Roland’s iconic TR808 drum machine. Its snappy-sounding drums cut through the mix like glass, providing the perfect contrast to the deep lows of the 808 bass.…
With this exciting pack Production Master introduce one of the biggest names in DnB, Tantrum Desire. With some of the most rotated singles on channels such as UKF and remixes under their belt for Laidback…
Trap music often relies on the iconic TR808 for its drum sounds, but there’s always room to add some originality to your beats. The high-pitched metallic snap of the 808 snare defines trap’s signature vibe,…
The Boom Bap style of Hip-Hop was developed and nurtured in the 90s. It’s a distinctive head-nodding sound that has grown in popularity over recent years, possibly as a backlash against the less organic sounds…
In this final part of our series on making trap beats, we’re going DEEP and giving the LOW-down on 808 basslines. If there’s one defining element to trap music other than the drums, it’s using…
Many of us have heard of dotted 8th-notes or noticed them in a quantisation drop-down menus. But what are they? And more to the point, how can you use them in your beats to add…
If you’re a beatmaker looking for some quick-fire trap melody composition hacks then the Red Bow Music channel has you covered. Red Bow Music demonstrate basic music theory compositional techniques that are geared largely towards…
Since its inception in the early 2000’s, trap music has become one of the most influential genres in contemporary music. An offshoot of hip-hop, trap was born in the so-called “Dirty South” of America, pioneered…
While offering hot beats is essential, having a recognizable brand is what can help set you apart. Branding is more than just a striking logo or a catchy name—it’s about creating an identity that resonates…