Twenty Thousand Hertz
All About That Bass: How pop became obsessed with the 808
Feb 28, 2024
Explore the evolution of bass in music, from vintage limitations to today's deep tones. Dive into the impact of the revolutionary 808 drum machine on hip-hop and contemporary genres. Discover how One Plus Buds Three enhance the bass experience for richer listening. Learn about the profound influence of the 808 drum machine on music culture and production.
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- Evolution of bass dynamics in music recording from negligible presence to advanced low-frequency capturing techniques.
- Impact of Roland TR-808 drum machine on music production, setting new standards for bass tones in popular music genres.
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Evolution of Bass in Music Recording
Artists navigated through the evolving bass dynamics in music recording, from the negligible bass presence in earlier music recordings like Louis Armstrong's tracks to the advancements in capturing low frequencies with sensitive microphones in the 60s and 70s. The introduction of the 808 drum machine in the early 80s revolutionized popular music production by providing a distinct bass sound, setting the stage for bass-heavy music genres like hip-hop and electronic music.
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