Lumbeat - which one?
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@whispermouse Jan 2022
Someone mentioned the Lumbeat apps in another thread, so I tried the free version of Rock Drum Machine, and I really like the simple workflow. However, the rock sounds and drum patterns are a bit heavy for most of the music I write.
If I'm looking to make alt-country/Americana/heartland rock/whatever, which Lumbeat app should I look at? Is Rock Drum Machine the one? Maybe Soft Drummer, but I'm afraid that's a bit too "jazz?" -
@quork Jan 2022
I use Soft Drummer most of the time. I don’t find it too jazzy.Rock drummer has its place, and Funk Drummer is fun, too.
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@whispermouse Jan 2022
@quork thanks!
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@quork Jan 2022
@whispermouse I have some examples of drum tracks from previous FAWMs, if you’re interested. This is what I remember..
Soft Drummer:
https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/hMXnHFS5mD2m3Rzv5 - kicks in at 48 seconds.
https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/rAxSHyArHbphxGCu8
https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/DMyKvzodpN4uYJ746
https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/YWL6tYPXinAfZn9B7
Rock Drum Machine
https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/Q4ZHU7fMwb8UuNdi7
https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/YTqa8Bw4yEBHkggKA
Reggae Drummer (linked with Lumbeat’s iBassist);
https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/Hs9u73cFeAwefr528
MidEast Drummer:
https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/mkqUatqJVc4s6QpB8 -
@whispermouse Jan 2022
@quork amazing. It's surprisingly hard to find real-world examples like this, given how well-reviewed the apps are. "Have a Nice Day" in particular is exactly what I'm looking for.
Also, nice songs! I'm a fan. -
@quork Jan 2022
@whispermouse Thank you, and glad you found the examples useful. Given your styles I thought Have a Nice Day would be a good example. I look forward to hearing how it works for you. I don't get too fancy. Generally use a preset, dial in the tempo, set fills for 4 or 8 bars, and hit record. I use that as a foundation/click track for the rest of the song. A couple of years ago I asked the developer if there was an issue with me using the drums on a commercial release. He said, no, once you've bought the app you can use it as you see fit. Catherine Wacha used one of my FAWM demos on a fundraiser compilation, and I made sure to give Lumbeat credit in the song notes.