You were probably just asking yourself... "hmmm, is it possible to use multiple odd meter drum loops (in multiple odd time signatures) together at the same time, and make something that doesn't sound like a Dream Theater b-side?" Well, you've come to the right place, because I've got your answer: YES! It's totally possible, and the results are pretty interesting.
In this video, I show you how to take three different loops in three time signatures (7/8, 7/4 & 15/8) and play them together inside of Reason. It's easier than you might think, and it ends up creating a groove that changes slightly with every measure.
The MIDI loops utilized in this video come from our recently released Odd Meter MIDI Drums collection, while the 7/4 Rex loop comes from the Odd Meter Grooves Vol 2 pack, and lastly, the Kong Patch hails from our popular Cinematic Drums Vol 2 ReFIll.
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After viewing the first video i have writers block no more!
Thanks Ryan.
I am a drummer and played with among many others, Jean Luc Ponty, who was part of the odd meter fusion scene of the 70’s-80’s. I bought the odd meter refill and it helped a lot with my film work. This video will probably only reach a few musicians that really understand but it is a great tool. Keep on carrying the torch.
VERY f’in’ Kewl !!! It’s a whole new list of musical ingredients to add to my pallate. The best part is, and Idon’t remember you mentioning it, this is not a drum or percussion exclsuive process. Keep ’em coming Ryan.