Beginners Ableton Live Tutorials Beat Making 101: DRUM Samples (Sound Design, Drum Racks & Layering) • Ep 4
Beat Making 101: DRUM Samples (Sound Design, Drum Racks & Layering) • Ep 4 Transcript and Lesson Notes
Welcome to this Ableton Live course for non-drummers! This series is 4 episodes long (each video containing an interview with Sara Leigh Shaw and 4 techniques demonstrated in Ableton Live 11). The course focused on writi
Quick Summary
Welcome to this Ableton Live course for non-drummers! This series is 4 episodes long (each video containing an interview with Sara Leigh Shaw and 4 techniques demonstrated in Ableton Live 11). The course focused on writi
Key Takeaways
- Review the core idea: Welcome to this Ableton Live course for non-drummers! This series is 4 episodes long (each video containing an interview with Sara Leigh Shaw and 4 techniques demonstrated in Ableton Live 11). The course focused on writi
- Understand how writing drums for non drummers fits into Beat Making 101: DRUM Samples (Sound Design, Drum Racks & Layering) • Ep 4.
- Understand how writing drums in midi fits into Beat Making 101: DRUM Samples (Sound Design, Drum Racks & Layering) • Ep 4.
- Understand how writing drums in ableton fits into Beat Making 101: DRUM Samples (Sound Design, Drum Racks & Layering) • Ep 4.
- Understand how ableton live 11 fits into Beat Making 101: DRUM Samples (Sound Design, Drum Racks & Layering) • Ep 4.
Key Concepts
Full Transcript
Welcome to this Ableton Live course for non-drummers! This series is 4 episodes long (each video containing an interview with Sara Leigh Shaw and 4 techniques demonstrated in Ableton Live 11). The course focused on writing drums using only the MIDI grid. In this lesson, you will learn about choosing sounds for your genre and song, creating your own kits (Drum Rack), slicing samples using comping and layering samples for a bigger sound. ➢ DistroKid 7% Discount Link: http://distrokid.com/vip/LNA ➢ Get yourself a cheat sheet pack with 30 MIDI grid patterns for 16 different genres: https://www.lnamusic.com/product-page/30-midi-patterns-16-genres-by-lna ➢ Loopcloud: https://loopcloud.com/?a_aid=6140ba5cf3367 ➢ Splice: http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=vK3qr4aQ/NU&offerid=760642&type=3&subid=0 Content of this video: 00:00 Intro 01:03 Interview with drummer/producer Sara Leigh Shaw 05:24 (1) Choosing Sounds For Your Song & Genre (DS Drums Synths) 09:22 This Is How I Advertise My Music 10:56 (2) Creating Your Own Drum Kit Using Drum Rack 14:44 (3) Creative Beat Making: Slicing Samples With Take Lanes & Comping 18:47 (4) Layering Drum Samples 23:45 Shoutouts, Masterclasses and LNA's Patreon Fam Course Content: ➢ All Lessons: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9oiyAGA6zOQDYZMnf0ehiYhAAQYpxBRY ➢ Episode 1: Linear/Polyphonic Drum Patterns, Hi-Hats & Dynamics: https://youtu.be/azjnXhIyGqc ➢ Episode 2: Understanding Genres, Triplets, 3+3+2 Patterns & Notations: https://youtu.be/bUIuk2yCMnY ➢ Episode 3: Humanizing MIDI Drums: Swing, Groove, Ghost Notes & Tuning: https://youtu.be/2z7XPb0hq7A ➢ Episode 4: Using DRUM Samples: Sound Design, Drum Racks & Layering: https://youtu.be/eJKbM9bj21o ➢ Follow Sara Leigh Shaw @sarastix ➢ www.sarastix.com ➢ Check out Sara's recommendations of drummers from different genres: https://www.lnamusic.com/post/writing-drums-using-midi-for-non-drummers LEARN MORE: ➢ All About Ableton's MIDI grid: https://youtu.be/njHHZXq3oZ0 ➢ All About Groove Pool: https://youtu.be/xjIR7AMfajU ➢ All About Drum Rack: https://youtu.be/cYg5BldBe6o ➢ Learn To Create DRUM FILLS: https://youtu.be/1sLM8dyB1t4 ➢ 5 Ways To separate kick and bass: https://youtu.be/eM4iBMiOFjw ➢ Active Listening and Ear Training: https://youtu.be/O_-04p7a-c0 ➢ Understanding Frequencies: https://youtu.be/P-zYXpc2-9I ➢ Understand Harmonics and Saturation: https://youtu.be/Pf8wHsaRAQ4 ➢ All About Ableton Live Series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9oiyAGA6zOSw-sFc547DSFkWi7ZVLFuU ➢ Music Production Tips and Tricks: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9oiyAGA6zOREkZq-JlvqmugH369pArzv ➢ Writing Drums For Non-Drummers Course: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9oiyAGA6zOQDYZMnf0ehiYhAAQYpxBRY ➢ Mixing course for beginners: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9oiyAGA6zOTSPR5-ttojODT4PW7d2U_Z ➢ SkillShare Ableton Live Course: https://skl.sh/2RJj1Z5 Songs: Everything's Better With You - Sarah, the Illstrumentalist Sun Seeker - Sarah, the Illstrumentalist CONNECT WITH ME: ➢ Insta: @lnadoesaudiostuff ➢ FB & TikTok: @lnadoesaudiostuff ➢ Twitter: @LNADoesAudio ➢ www.lnamusic.com SUPPORT ME: ➢ Join my Patreon family: https://www.patreon.com/LNADoesAudioStuff ➢ LNA Shop - FREE samples, presets & production guides: https://www.lnamusic.com/shop ➢ LNA Merch: https: https://my-store-c05663-2.creator-spring.com/ ➢ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5T9EShAVtAyzeI1n6SQL83?si=Am_ZPevhRi22j5RFmQBU-A ➢ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/lna/1498323070 ➢ YouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UC6DVbxL9UiLPRSiyUZ5D3Cg ➢ Live Performances & Music Videos On Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9oiyAGA6zOTDFFyyL5uZNXuU3DI91nnn ➢ LNA Does Streaming Stuff - Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChAyjfYiLmqmbDUi1CoDV0Q/featured ➢ Join the LNA mailing list and become part of the family: https://www.lnamusic.com/contact MY TOP 10 PLUGINS: ➢ https://linktr.ee/LNAPlugins MUSIC GEAR/INSTRUMENTS: My favourite instrument and music/film making gear recommendations: https://thmn.to/thocf/1l86mtzj95 Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are "affiliate links." This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive a small commission. It does not change the price in any way, however it enables me making more content without having to do as many sponsored videos. I am not paid or asked to use these links.
Lesson FAQs
What is Beat Making 101: DRUM Samples (Sound Design, Drum Racks & Layering) • Ep 4 about?
Welcome to this Ableton Live course for non-drummers! This series is 4 episodes long (each video containing an interview with Sara Leigh Shaw and 4 techniques demonstrated in Ableton Live 11). The course focused on writi
What key concepts are covered in this lesson?
The lesson covers writing drums for non drummers, writing drums in midi, writing drums in ableton, ableton live 11, drum writing course.
What should I learn before Beat Making 101: DRUM Samples (Sound Design, Drum Racks & Layering) • Ep 4?
Review the previous lessons in Beginners Ableton Live Tutorials, then use the transcript and key concepts on this page to fill any gaps.
How can I practice after this lesson?
Practice by applying the main concepts: writing drums for non drummers, writing drums in midi, writing drums in ableton, ableton live 11.
Does this lesson include a transcript?
Yes. The full transcript is visible on this page in indexable HTML sections.
Is this lesson free?
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