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Published inApr 2024
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Chris Rena
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Chris Rena

Chris Rena is a highly accomplished music producer and composer in the TV, film, trailer, and video game industry. Founder & producer at “Horror Trailer Music” and years of experience, Chris has worked on notable projects such as "Halloween 2018," "Mortal Shell," and "Ghost Adventures." His expertise in FL Studio and passion for diverse music genres make him the perfect guide for unlocking the full potential of this powerful digital audio workstation.
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Creating groovy drum patterns

In the world of retrowave/synthwave music, crafting groovy and energetic drum patterns is essential to capture the genre’s signature rhythm and transport your listeners back to the 1980s. In this recipe, we’ll explore how to create these iconic drum patterns using electronic drum samples and incorporating drum machine emulations and retro drum sounds. Specifically, we’ll use the Vaporwave Drums pack from Bvker to infuse that nostalgic groove into your tracks.

Getting ready

  • FL Studio software
  • The Vaporwave Drums pack from Bvker (or a similar retro drum sample pack)
  • Basic knowledge of drum programming
  • A metronome

How to do it

  1. Acquire the Vaporwave Drums pack: If you haven’t already, obtain the Vaporwave Drums pack from Bvker or a similar retro drum sample pack. These packs are often curated with authentic 1980s drum sounds:
Figure 10.4: Aesthetic Vaporwave Drums pack

Figure 10.4: Aesthetic Vaporwave Drums...

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Chris Rena

Chris Rena is a highly accomplished music producer and composer in the TV, film, trailer, and video game industry. Founder & producer at “Horror Trailer Music” and years of experience, Chris has worked on notable projects such as "Halloween 2018," "Mortal Shell," and "Ghost Adventures." His expertise in FL Studio and passion for diverse music genres make him the perfect guide for unlocking the full potential of this powerful digital audio workstation.
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