2.2 Enrichment | Half Time Beats

Most drum grooves can be written by following a simple recipe. Learn how to apply this recipe using the patterns sequencer in Soundtrap to write your own drum patterns.

1 | Set Loop To 2 Bars


Start your drum groove off by setting up the soundtrap project window to create a two bar loop.

2 | Create A 2 Bar Clip


Create the structure of the pattern by making a 2-bar region.

3 | Snare On Beat 3


Add a snare or clap sound on beat t3 of both bars.

4 | Kicks


Add a kick on beat 1 of the first measure and 2-5 places in the 2-bar pattern

5 | Closed Hihats


Add closed hihats to create more energy in your groove.