All About That Bass: How pop became obsessed with the 808
Twenty Thousand Hertz
808 Revolution: The Impact on Music Production
Exploring the iconic 808 drum machine and its transformative effect on music, particularly in hip-hop. The chapter discusses how the 808's adjustable tones revolutionized music production, leading to groundbreaking sounds like the clap, cowbell, and booming bass drum. It delves into the conflict between creative intent and technical execution in music production, highlighting the struggle for a balance between artist vision and mastering engineer interpretation.
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