{"id":2083,"date":"2016-07-27T15:00:04","date_gmt":"2016-07-27T19:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/?p=2083"},"modified":"2025-03-19T13:38:09","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T17:38:09","slug":"5-ways-to-work-with-audio-samples-from-splice-sounds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/5-ways-to-work-with-audio-samples-from-splice-sounds\/","title":{"rendered":"5 ways to work with audio samples from Splice Sounds"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Whether you’re new to working with samples or a seasoned pro, we think you’ll find something to inspire your creativity with these 5 tips for working with samples in your projects.<\/h1>\n

If you don’t have a go-to source for samples, check out Splice Sounds.<\/a><\/p>\n

1. Create custom drum and percussion kits<\/h2>\n

Custom drum kits from audio samples using tools like Ultrabeat (Logic) or racks (in Ableton) can be a great source for inspiration. \u00a0Many software samplers also give you the option to layer sounds, so you may want to experiment with creating non-traditional kits by subtly layering FX like sirens or vocals with your primary drum sounds. You can also try layering multiple drums (for example, a boomy kick with a punchy kick) to really sculpt the sound you’re looking for.<\/p>\n

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2. Add reverse reverb to vocal samples<\/h2>\n

Adding reverse reverb to any sample can give it a haunting quality, and this works especially well on vocals. Easily create this effect by downloading and reversing a sample of your choosing. Once you’ve done this (and the process varies depending on your DAW), add a reverb with a long tail. Next, bounce the audio file to disk and reverse it again. The sample will now be playing forwards as it was intended, but the huge reverb tail will play in reverse, creating a swooping lead into the sample. For an in-depth look at creating reverse reverb effects in FL Studio, check out HTMEM’s tutorial here<\/a>.<\/p>\n