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Hands-on Activity: Creating a Bassline in BandLab
1. Open BandLab → Create a new project.
2. Click Mix Editor → Add New Instrument Track.
3. Select Bass > Electric Bass > '62 P-Bass.
4. Set the tempo to 125 BPM.
5. Open the MIDI Editor and enter the bassline notes:
o A-E-G (Inspired by “Ain't No Sunshine”)
6. Quantize (1/4 notes) to refine the groove.
Tip: Experiment with different bass sounds like synth bass!
Phase 2: Creating Drum Beats
What is Rhythm?
Pulse: The steady beat driving the music.
Tempo: The speed of the pulse (measured in BPM).
Bar/Measure: A section of beats (typically 4 beats per bar).
Drum Kit Elements
Kick Drum: Low, heavy beat (foundation of rhythm).
Snare Drum: Adds sharp, bright accents.
Hi-Hat: Maintains groove and fills rhythmic gaps.
Hands-on Activity: Programming a Drum Beat in BandLab
1. Add a Drum Kit Track → Select Classic Rock kit.
2. Set tempo to 100 BPM and enable the metronome.
3. Program the drum beat:
o Kick: Beats 1 and 3
o Snare: Beats 2 and 4
o Hi-Hat: Plays on all 4 beats
4. Quantize (1/4 notes) to refine rhythm.
Tip: Try switching drum kits for different vibes (Hip-Hop, Jazz, EDM).
Phase 3: Combining Basslines and Beats
Create a Complete Song Foundation
1. Layer your programmed bassline and drum beat into a cohesive loop.
2. Adjust volume levels and panning for clarity.
MIDI Bass and Drums 117

