Sample/Synth First? or Drums First?

[ibrokemyneck]

I need to start with the sample more these days... I make banging drums then everything sounds good over them... but it makes it more difficult to elevate the track. i need to start more with the sample/synth. Just wish i could get my fukking nexus to work on mac

 

[Albemarle]

If I'm working with samples then sample 1st because the sample is my foundation. If I'm using instruments then the beat. But it all changes depending on the mood.

 

[clanarchy]

you wanna drop a link to some of those breh?

I'm sure I can spare some, just got a weed a few out to keep for the upcoming mixtapes.

 

[PlainSight]

It usually varies but I tend to prefer going drums first as giving the music a pulse helps me come up with something quicker.

 

[Music Fiend]

I don't usually sample, so snares first. kicks (subject to change, just for the feel), melody, leads, hits, all extra percussion +808s, then effects. Either add or take away any clutter like kicks or layers. Helps me gain stage and get things ready for mixing.

Since it sets the tone and mood , the reast is just starting with the most important element of that particular track and moving in order in mixing. usually its 808, kicks, snares, leads, melody then hats.

 

[Be@t Bangerz Fan]

I Always start with the sample first and build around that.... I just can't start with the drums first

Same here. I mean, I can start with the drums 1st, but I prefer not to. I make my drums compliment my sample arrangement/composition. For me, the end result is always better that way.