Learn how to produce classic old school house music with rich deep house vibes inspired by legends like Kerri Chandler, the Label Strictly Rhythm, and the golden era of 90s underground! In this video, we break down useful production techniques for every step of the track creation process—from sound design to arrangement—using Ableton Live.
You’ll discover:
- How to build M1-style organ chords from scratch
- Processing basslines to be more audible and cut through by layering
- Using 909 drum samples and layering techniques for punchy grooves
- Tricks to make your house drums knock without relying on heavy sidechain
- Lo-fi sampling tips using your phone and field recordings
- Crafting soulful deep house vocals using creative chopping and delay
- Arrangement tips to help you finish your house tracks with flow
- Layering ideas to keep your mix clean, club-ready, and full of energy
⚡ Whether you’re into NYC garage, classic deep house, raw lo-fi house, or Strictly Rhythm-style bangers, this walkthrough will give you tons of inspiration and production tips to take your tracks to the next level.
🎹 All sounds, samples, MIDI, and the full Ableton project are available in the sample shop – link above
✅ Perfect for fans of: Kerri Chandler, Moodymann, Mr. G, Ron Trent, DJ Sneak, Palms Trax, Octo Octa, Chez Damier, Glenn Underground, Masters at Work
Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:22 Overview
01:15 Music Theory, Chors & Bassline
03:28 Make Bass more Audible with layering
04:28 Classic House Chord Sound Design
05:11 Kick & Bass in Oldschool House
08:00 Kick Sound Design 909
09:45 Olschool House Drums
11:30 Lofi Sampling Trick
13:36 Vocal Chops
15:54 Start Arrengement
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