drums from “paper planes” by m.i.a. | ToneDB

paper planes

m.i.a.

drums

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Tone Profile

The drums have a raw, looped, and slightly distorted sound, providing a distinctive and crucial backdrop to the track. The sample is a looped segment from The Clash's 'Straight to Hell'.

Production Credits

Producer: Diplo

Engineer: Switch

Recorded at: T.T.L. Studios (London)

Signal Chain

Instrument: The Clash Drums

Recording Notes

  • The drum sound is primarily based on a sample from The Clash's song 'Straight to Hell.'
  • Additional Roland TR-808 drum machine sounds were layered to augment the drum loop.
  • The Akai MPC60 was used for sampling and looping the drums.

Recreation Tips

  • Isolate a short drum loop from the sample.
  • Start with the original sample from The Clash's 'Straight to Hell.'
  • Use a sampler (like an Akai MPC or software equivalent) to loop the sample.
  • Layer in sounds from a Roland TR-808 to add depth and punch.
  • Experiment with slight distortion or overdrive to give the drums a raw edge.

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