Hip Hop Production Course | Tokyo
Hip Hop Production Course | Tokyo
- →History of the 808, exploring sample-based 808s, and its origins. Learn to make designer 808s using synthesis
- →Programming drums and exploring creative ways to use rhythm patterns effectively
- →Design drums from scratch using synthesis
- →Custom drum kits
- →Exploring different compression techniques for drums and bass
- →Creative practices editing and modulating drum loops
- →In depth to FX on drums
- →Exploring sampling styles and techniques using sample-based instruments
- →Creating custom sound patches using various sound design concepts
- →In-depth look at FX in samples
- →In depth look at some of the more popular sample-based used in modern Hip Hop
- →In depth look at some of the more popular virtual instruments used in modern Hip Hop
- →Create sounds from scratch using synthesis
- →In-depth look into Waveforms, ADSR, Envelopes, and Filters
- →Explore additive and subtractive synthesis used in Hip Hop
- →How to write instrumentals with a vocalists in mind.
- →Learning to leave space in frequency and time for vocals
- →Practice working and recording with a professional rapper (TBA)
- →Tips and tricks from a professional rapper writing lyrics and melody
- →Pitch correction, FX, compression and EQ techniques working with vocals
- →Creative mixing & mastering techniques to achieve desired mix ready for commercial release unique to Hip Hop
- →Song structure and writing Hip Hop songs for different platforms, including radio, TV/film, and commercial stings
- →Creative strategies and practices for finishing songs
- →All about sample clearance
- →Collaborations
- →Discussions throughout course on marketing, branding and distribution of material
- →Different ways to monetize and release music
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Questions we hear a lot.
36 hours, available in-person or via online remote attendance.
Yes - from the history and origins of the 808 through to designing your own using synthesis.
A working knowledge of your DAW, plus at least one sample-based instrument and one synth plugin - our DAW courses can get you ready.
Native Instruments and Spectrasonics are the go-to third-party tools, though legal freeware alternatives can be used too.
Yes - including hands-on practice recording with a professional rapper.
36 Hours | In-Person: ¥500,000 | Online Remote Attendance also available
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