What is the 808 Sound?
PreSonus love showcasing creative ways to unlock the full potential of Studio One’s powerful stock plugins. Today, beloved presenter and multi-talented musician Gregor Beyerle shares a quick and easy way to get that iconic, hard-knocking 808 bass sound — using nothing but Studio One’s built-in tools.
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Whether you’re a beginner or looking for a fast workflow boost, Gregor’s approach with PreSonus proves you don’t need expensive third-party plugins to nail this foundational sound that’s shaped countless hits.
The 808 sound has become one of the most influential elements in modern music production, shaping genres from hip-hop and R&B to pop and beyond. Originally introduced through the Roland TR-808 drum machine, its deep kicks, snappy snares, and sub-shaking basslines have become staples in countless iconic tracks — from Marvin Gaye’s 1982 “Sexual Healing” to Kanye West’s 808s & Heartbreak, and just about everything in between.
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