How do you process a techno kick?
Processing
- Band pass the sweet spot with an equaliser.
- Narrow the stereo width to add focus.
- Add a touch of sidechain using Xfer Records LFOTool. This will retain the reverb from overpowering the original kick.
- Adjust the gain of the reverb.
- Commit the kick to audio, including the reverb.
What makes a good techno kick?
Start by loading up 3 separate kick drums into Ableton. Each kick should have a different character. You want one high-end kick with a very short transient, one mid-range kick, and a low rumbly kick. The idea here is to tweak the 3 of them until you get the sound you want.
Should you add reverb to kicks?
As a general rule of thumb, I keep the kick drum pretty dry. Especially on rhythmic dance tracks. However, there is definitely a time and place to putting reverb on a kick. First off, there’s no rule against filtering the lows out of the reverb and just using it to add a bit of flavor to the top end of the kick.
How much BPM is techno?
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| GENRE | BPM |
|---|---|
| Techno | 120–125 BPM |
| House | 115–130 BPM |
| Electro | 128 BPM |
| Dubstep | 140 BPM (with a half time, 70 BPM feel) |
Should I put reverb on kick?
Should I put reverb on hi hats?
Re: do you put Reverb on Kick and or Hihats? it’s fine to use reverb on a kick, but make sure you set the high cut at at least 400hz. You don’t want bass frequencies reverberating, it leads to a muddy mix.
Should you put reverb on drums?
If the acoustics of your studio are not creating satisfying drum ambiance and your tracks are lifeless and dry, you can use reverb to make your kit sound like it was recorded in a bigger, more reverberant space, while keeping it sounding natural and organic.
How do you do a kick punch?
How To Get A Punchy Kick On Every Mix
- Choose the right kick sample.
- Use EQ to fatten/tighten up the kick.
- Use Compression to make the kick punchy.
- Make Sure Your Kick Sample Is In Mono.
- Use Sidechain Compression To Give Space To Your Kick.