Yurt Rock have released Stephen Bidwell Tape Drums Volume 2, available for $39.00.
Building on the foundation of his first collection, Stephen Bidwell returns with a second volume of tape drum samples, expanding the palette with even more depth and character. This time around, he fine-tuned the selection, capturing the nuances of his favorite snare drums on a particularly magic day in the studio. Expect an arsenal of crisp analog hi-hats, thunderous loops with multiple mix variations, an abundance of dynamic fills, and an impressive spread of vintage 1960s 3-ply tom samples—more than you ever knew you needed.
Recorded at Electric Deluxe—the creative hub of Austin producer and Black Pumas guitarist Adrian Quesada—this collection was shaped under the expert ear of house engineer Aaron Glemboski (aka Redbeard). Bidwell curated an eclectic mix of rare and custom-treated snare and kick drums, while Redbeard tapped into the studio’s treasure trove of classic and unconventional microphones. The sessions ran through a Collins all-tube broadcast console and a Neve 5060, ultimately landing on a 1-inch MCI JH-110 tape machine to preserve that unmistakable warmth and grit.
The result? A rich selection of one-shots and loops primed for anything from recreating vintage soul breakbeats to enhancing drum tracks with raw, organic energy. Whether you’re after a subtle touch of texture or the backbone for a full-blown hip-hop groove, these sounds deliver. As a major bonus, this pack comes with 22 custom BATTERY kits, thoughtfully assembled by Electric Deluxe engineer Will Grantham to streamline your workflow.
What’s included:
- 1,643 Files
- WAV Loops & Samples + 22 BATTERY Kits
- 11.3 GB
- 100% Royalty-Free
- High Quality 24 Bit 48 KHZ WAV Audio
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