AKARSH SHEKHAR
HELP ME DR . BEAT : WHAT DO BEATMAKERS DO ?
The music industry is not just about musicians . It includes many other specialists : sound engineers , producers , beatmakers , composers , sound designers and so on .
To be completely literal , the beatmaker is the creator of the rhythm . More specifically , this is a person who creates music and arranges ( usually in dance styles and hip-hop music ).
To become a beatmaker , you need to have a serious knowledge of musical theory . Ideally , owning several instruments is , firstly . Secondly , you need a powerful computer , a ton of patience , and diligence .
How does beatmaking work ? The beat begins with the choice of speed for the product . After that , the motive of the melody is created , and then other instruments , various sounds and effects are added to the work . Sounds simple , doesn ’ t it ?
As soon as all the instruments have been “ recorded ” ( or added , if you like ), the beatmaker proceeds to mix the work . All instruments should ultimately sound harmonious and clear . The final stage of creating a masterpiece is mastering , that is , the final editing of the work .
WHAT KIND OF EQUIPMENT IS NEEDED FOR BEATMAKERS ?
Computer Unfortunately , one computer is not enough , but at the very initial stage , an average laptop will suffice . The more complex your beatmaking gets , the more powerful the computer should be . Laptop or desktop , it doesn ’ t matter . Some craftsmen manage to write music on a tablet and even on a phone .
Headphones or monitors
Headphones are smaller and cheaper than monitors , but monitors provide better sound quality . On the other hand , studio monitors at home will definitely disturb your neighbors and loved ones . The choice is yours .
Sound card
If you plan to record live instruments , and vocals or connect MIDI controllers , then a high-quality external sound card will definitely come in handy . At a minimum , a sound card improves the sound even in budget headphones by an order of magnitude . In addition , more subtle sound settings will become available to you .
MIDI controller
A mandatory part of any beatmaker ’ s kit . Of course , you can invent and prescribe melodies on the keyboard , but this approach is terribly inconvenient and inefficient . With a controller , you will simplify your life by an order of magnitude and speed up your workflow . They are extremely cheap , excellent options are available on the secondary market , which cost two to three times more in stores .
Microphone
If you do not practice vocals and do not want to add them to your work , a microphone will still come in handy for you . For example , you want an acoustic guitar sound that is short and simple . Of course , you can download sample libraries , but it will be much easier to record the
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