Project 1: Make a Beat

Project 1: Make a Beat

Let's put everything together and make a beat!

Step 1 - Start with drums

Kick it off with a simple kick + hi-hat pattern:

Step 2 - Add a snare groove

A classic two-step with open hi-hat:

Step 3 - Break it up

Use rests and sub-sequences to make it human:

Step 4 - Make it yours

Now experiment! Try to:

• Change the bank to RolandTR808 or RhythmAce.
• Speed up the hi-hats with 2 or 4.
• Add .lpf("<400 2000 8000>") to sweep the filter.
• Add a delay for depth.

Checklist

• [ ] A steady kick pattern.
• [ ] A snare/rim on beats 2 and 4.
• [ ] Hi-hats moving at double speed.
• [ ] An effect (filter, delay, or reverb).
• [ ] Your own twist!

TL;DR

• Start simple, add parts one at a time.
• Use bank for character, setcpm for tempo.
• Rests and sub-sequences add groove.
• Effects (lpf, delay, room) make it shine.