3 Drum Fills You Should Try ASAP

• Use three tom samples: high tom, mid tom, and low tom to create different notes • Layer toms with snare or rim sound for more aggressive tracks • Use one high rim and one low rim to create tension between notes

• Apply glue compression with slow attack and fast release to blend layers together • Enable soft clip to further unify the sounds • Add a drum roll using a sizzling clap sample, removing excess attack

• Mark the beginning and end of the pattern with a strong snare hit • Use reverb with drive and gate to create an 80s aesthetic noise effect • Conclude with a crash cymbal hit to finish the pattern

The complete fill combines analog toms, layered percussion, drum roll, and reverb-gated cymbals for an authentic 80s drum sound

When a track sounds stale, add excitement using an exciter pattern with enriched analog clap sound to brighten and energize the mix

• Use an analog clap sample and enrich it with EQ • Add reverb to keep a big, long feel • Include parallel delay chain to add space and room feel

• Create spacing in the pattern to hear room acoustics clearly • Layer a tighter clap sound on top to differentiate from the main clap • Have snare hitting throughout to complete the sequence and add continuity

• Use for general track excitement and energy boost • Apply the same concept to brakes and drops in a track • Tighten the pattern for drops to create a faster, more driving feel

Create tension in the pressure section then release it in the second part to build a dynamic, engaging drum fill

• Start with a simple clap sound as the backbone • Layer snare samples with varied placement off the grid for a loose feel • Adjust volume levels to create a relaxed yet driving sensation • Add reverse noise with EQ to build mounting pressure throughout the section

• Use percussive glassy sounds with reverb for a more open, airy feel • Layer a deep kick and additional percussion for texture • Option to conclude with a crash cymbal to mark a drop or transition

• Use glue compression and reverb on the glassy sound, then resample and reverse it to connect pressure and release sections • Adjust snare roll intensity (8 or 16 rolls) to control pressure duration • Flexibility allows customization based on track energy needs and drop requirements