Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Types of Kick Drum Samples

There are many different types of kick drum samples available for music producers today. Beat making is such an involved activity that having to use the same samples over and over can really kill your creativity. This is especially true with kick drum sounds as these are an elemental ingredient to just about every rhythm and blues, hip hop, rap, pop and rock song on the charts and underground today.A kick drum sample has a few phases, the first being the start or attack. If the attack is very strong, you will be able to hear the introduction of the kick through many other instruments and sound layers, and if it is not that strong, you will still feel it but not be made aware to its presence immediately every time. Rap music producers (and others, too) often use compressor tools to really spike up the start of kick and snare drums, and this can be a powerful choice for drum-centric tracks.The sustained sound of the kick is very different depending on the type of sound that is chosen. One of the more famous sustains can be found in the sounds made by the famous TR-808 sampler and synthesizer by Roland. It has a very long booming sound that degrades in volume with time and yet keeps everything moving. The TR-808 actually has kicks of varying lengths for different applications, too.Adjusting the volume envelope of a kick drum sample is very easy with the right tools. Most samplers will include an envelope modifier for the volume or can be modified to do this very easily. If your drum sampler or sequencer does not permit this, look for some free tools that will help you; there are literally thousands of free virtual sound generators and effects plug-ins available on the internet for free personal use.If you still don't want to use an envelope to modify the volume, it's very easy to do it with an audio editor. Just select the part of the drum sample wave that fades out or stops (the end of it) and trim to your liking. To blend everything in after a crop, use a fade on the last few milliseconds to ensure that the drum samples are free of clipping.Lastly, you should know that different programs include different drum samples. The libraries that ship with Reason and FL Studio, for example, are vastly different. They are both good, but if you find yourself making beats with the same drum samples over and over, look for some expansion packs or third party sounds to expand your choice, or modify the samples yourself if you have the time and skill.

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Sunday, December 8, 2013

Salter 1038 11 Pound Round Glass Kitchen Scale With Extras Review

The Salter 11 Pound Round Glass Kitchen Scale is great for measurements while cooking and also to help you with portion control. It has the popular add and weigh feature and weighs in increments of.1oz/1 gram. The scale itself weights up to 11 lb/ 5 kg.The Salter 11 Pound Round Glass Kitchen Scale features a large backlit.8" readout. It is easily visible, even when large containers are placed on top of the scale. The scale part itself is made out of a durable silver plastic material. The round glass weighing platform is stain and flavor resistant.This salter scale has many other nifty features. It has a handy kitchen timer so you'll always know when your dishes are done cooking. It also features a temperature gauge on the display panel.The only complaints we've been able to find on this salter scale is the fact that you can't weigh anything less than a gram with much accuracy. This makes the measuring of spices pretty much near impossible. There is also no option to change between fractions and decimals, so if you're not sure how to make the conversion in your head then you best have a calculator handy. This salter scale has been said to have a short shelf life, somewhere around a year. Luckily, it comes with a 10 year warranty, so if you happen to be one the unlucky people that it breaks on, you can easily get a free replacement.Additional features include:

4 different buttons

Bright blue backlight

Easy to change between ounces and grams

Easy to clean


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Monday, December 2, 2013

Become an Expert on Wine

Enjoying new wines is exciting and fun. But what happens when you don't know a lot about which wine to buy. It can also be a daunting task when perusing the aisles of the wine shop and not knowing what will appeal to your tastes, or the tastes of your guests. There are some very easy ways to become acquainted with good wine, and some great ways to become your own wine connoisseur. Some wine shops hold monthly wine tasting to get customers in to purchase their wines. These events are often free, or available at a nominal charge. In addition, a wine store's staff is usually very good about helping you select wines with certain aromas, flavors, and varieties that pair well with certain foods. Take in the aroma of the wine, look at the color for visual appeal, and take a small taste. If cheese or another appetizer is provided, try them with the wine that is suggested, and saver the flavors. Wine tasting is to be enjoyed. Get to know the vintages that you prefer, and even grab a bottle or two for your collection to share with friends. Another good way to discover new wines is to jump online and peruse the Internet.The convenience of the Internet makes it easy for wine lovers to order new wines online. Online ordering is quick and easy, and most online wine merchants are all too happy to post reviews, wine suggestions, provide wine club information, and monthly newsletters. In addition, shoppers are often pleasantly surprised at the discounts and sales that they can find online with a wine merchant. Wine clubs are of special interest when you want to check out new wines. Want to become a wine expert? Join a wine club, and you will be conversational in Wine 101 in no time. Joining a wine club is immensely satisfying, and it introduces you to the basics of different varieties and regions.There is a lot of value in wine clubs too as pricing is often discounted for membership. In addition to discovering new wines every month, many wine companies online will include a monthly newsletter filled with wine tips, trends, seasonal recipes, and special offers. Online reviews also provide another good reason to join a wine club. Many times reviewers can offer insight into an interesting facet of a wine, something that perhaps you haven't thought of like how a light Chardonnay pairs well with sushi because of it's crisp, fruity taste, or how the deep cherry and chocolate hints in a glass of Shiraz goes great with barbecue. Good wine changes the way your food tastes, and you will want to pick a combination that will enhance your dining experience making it unique and pleasurable.

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