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• EarthMoments presents Afro-Cuban Percussion Vol. 01
•  an extensive collection of rhythms and grooves originating from the Caribbean Island of Cuba. The island’s rich history has led to the melting pot of African
• Taíno
• and Spanish musical traditions. The results are energetic rhythms such as Tumbao
• Bembé
• Nanigo
• Nyabinghi and many more which are all featured throughout this expansive pack.  Afro-Cuban Percussion Vol. 01 includes a wide variety of samples in a range of tempos and styles featuring the congas
• cajón
• bongos
• claves
• shaker
• and cowbell
•  all performed by professional Afro-Cuban percussionist
• Idan K. Our samples are processed to preserve the organic sound of the instrument
• while still providing you with a sonically pure sample so it seamlessly integrates into your productions. There’s a vast number of lively and danceable rhythmic grooves in this pack to choose from including: Bembé: A rhythmic pattern in 6/8 which serves as the skeletal figure for the percussion. Bombo Mozambique:  A variation of the Mozambique groove
• Bombo Mozambique offers rhythms with greater energy and less space. Mozambique: A half-time rhythmic groove with a rumba clave which renews conga lines. Mozambique New York: A rhythmic style featuring a sun clave. Samba: A lively rhythmic pattern in binary meter with constant 16th notes. The first 16th note of each grouping is accented. Rumba: A 4/4 rhythmic figure which serves as a foundation or clave for many other more complex rhythmic patterns. Rumba Columbia: similar to Rumba
• Rumba Columbia is a rhythmic pattern but in a compound meter. The accents fall in similar places for both rhythms. Festejo: A fast-paced style in triple meter inspired by Latino African origins. Festacho (Festejo) Del Diablo: A groove in triple meter with an emphasis on the first downbeat followed by syncopated accenting.  Nanigo: A rhythm in 6/8 originating from Yoruba tribes of Nigeria. Nyabinghi: Similar to Rumba
• Rumba Columbia is a rhythmic pattern but in a compound meter.  The accents fall in similar places for both rhythms. Samba Caboclo: Varied and complex energetic samba patterns. Tumbao: A 4/4 rhythm with consistent 8th notes with accents on the 2
• and of 2
• and the and of 4. Freestyle: An energetic 4/4 rhythm with a modern latin groove. Funky: 4/4 rhythms with strong accenting which encourage dance. Spanish Rumba: a 4/4 groove whose rhythmic groupings create circular motion. Samba Partido Alto: a rhythmic variation of samba which provides more syncopated accenting. Please Note: Only Percussion Loops are included.  Other sounds in the Demo are for illustration purposes only Pack Contents: 1.09 GB 24 bit / 44.1kHz recorded in 96kHz using Class A preamps 461 Percussion Loops

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About the EarthMoments Afro-Cuban Percussion Vol. 01

Discover the distinctive sound and feel of the EarthMoments Afro-Cuban Percussion Vol. 01, a standout choice among South American.

Why Choose the EarthMoments Afro-Cuban Percussion Vol. 01?

• •Authentic EarthMoments craftsmanship and design
• •Versatile sound suitable for multiple musical genres
• •Professional build quality and reliable performance
• •Part of EarthMoments's respected South American lineup

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