Hip Hop, Pop and RNB Drum Layering
Drum Layering is a very common beat making technique in RNB, Pop and Hip Hop Tracks.
Here is the basic Drum Loop before layering.
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Here is the basic Drum Loop after layering the kicks and claps.
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Here is a sample of the finished beat which I’ll also put on youtube. Check it out, Leave some comments and questions.
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This is a quick snapshot of the mixer. Sorry I did not label it. You can still get a clear picture though. You are only hearing 3 drum parts. Kick Clap, and Hi Hat, but there are many different sounds layered together to make the track sound big.

Making A Beat In Logic
Here is a quick tutorial using Logic Studio and the Step Ya Game Up Drum Sounds to make a beat.
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