Re: Sources for Drum Loops

[R & T Cummings <R_T_Cummings@compuserve.com>]

Darcy wrote:
>anyone have any recommendations or
>suggestions for sources of cool drum/persussion loops ?<

Well, I personally think that the DIY stuff is most interesting, e.g. using
drum synthesizer software like Stomper along with drum sequencers like
Hammerhead or Recycler (some of many). Most of the CD's sound rather
generic, not to mention being expensive (is it the quality?). And besides,
you can get loads of samples free on the net. Try one of the following:

Synth'n'Sample Stuff:
http://www.ts.umu.se/~megaodi/sylinks.html

Digital Ecstasy:
http://www.internexus.net/~mental/de/

The S'n'S Stuff site has loads of links.

But the best idea (IMHO) is to loop spare beats from one or more
(MIDI-sync'ed) drum machines using shifting patterns etc. Adding your own
sounds (i.e. acoustic percussion, etc.) give it an "elastic" edge and
generous use of filters, delays etc. make the whole thing fun. DIY is
always the coolest ...  :-)

Rob