| Element | Minimum Count | Bit Depth | Length | |----------------|---------------|-----------|--------| | Kicks | 15 | 24-bit | 1–2s | | Rumbles (loops)| 10 | 24-bit | 4–8 bars | | Snares/Claps | 15 | 24-bit | 0.3–1s | | Closed Hats | 15 | 24-bit | 0.2–0.5s | | Open Hats | 10 | 24-bit | 0.5–1s | | Screeches/Leads| 20 | 24-bit | 0.5–2s | | FX/Noises | 20 | 24-bit | 0.3–1.5s | | Top Loops (perc)| 15 | 24-bit | 2–4 bars |
Genre_Element_Key_Tempo_DistortionType.wav Example: HardTechno_Kick_F_150_Clipped.wav HardTechno_Rumble_F_150_Distorted.wav HardTechno_Screech_Ab_150_Bitcrushed.wav
The hard techno kick is a long, distorted 909-style kick with a powerful low-end punch and a clipped, saturated tail.
Some notable examples of hard techno tracks that showcase innovative sampling techniques include: