How to Use Sequel for Drum Beats

Creating a Drum Beat Using Sequel Software

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  Open Sequel. It will automatically start a new project.

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  Click on the "Media Bay" page in the "Multi Zone." The Multi Zone is the lower third of the page when a project is open. You will see a number of columns, including "Category," which will have a list of instruments.

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  Click on "Drum and Perc." in the Category column. A list of sub-categories will appear.

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  Click on "beats" in the "Sub Category" column. A list of styles will appear.

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  Pick a style. A list of available tracks will appear.

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  Click the "Preview" button to listen to individual tracks. Select one.

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  Drag the track to the "Arrange" zone, on the top half of the screen.

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  Position the track under the bar that corresponds to the point in the song when you want the drums to start. For example, if you want the drums to begin as soon as the song starts, line up the track with bar one.

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  Click on the right edge of the track and drag to create a loop that lasts for as many bars as you like.