How to arrange DnB / Jungle in 2023

[@STRANJAH]

Updates on Massive X pack and FREE Ableton Live 11 arrangement templates: bit.ly/3h2vXJD

[@subkulturebeats]

@stranjah Can you make a video breaking down “Concentration”, that tune is 🔥🔥🔥

[@TaiBaSs40]

Hi Massive & Thx again for all your tips !! I can't find massive x presets in download to try it, is it normal? Thx again. Peace

[@Planetugm]

@stranjah do you have any on the Ableton live 10 arrangement templates please?

[@lcbuk6537]

Hi, just subbed... Great channel... I'm trying to replicate a break pattern from a jungle tune by speaker Louis called Junglist Crew & could do with some help. Happy to pay. I'm trying to learn it in audio not midi & without slicing as I'm new to aabelton & music production.. A video would be great, or an email with pattern diagrams & tips.. thanks.

[@UltraCodex66]

I write a lot aside from producing, so I don't get to get stuck as I always know 2-3 steps ahead what I actually want to to do, but this makes me feel like I'm 17 again, throwing my school work out of the window to immerse myself in jungle production, but this video significantly improves my thinking and efficiency when it comes to my production choices

[@ASH-ou4cg]

What a track! What a vibe! Sounds like something straight out of the late 90s. This is one of your best videos to date! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@STRANJAH]

Glad you enjoyed

[@vexathebassinjector]

check my label Notorious Steppaz out, we wanna sign more stuff in that 97-98 styleeeee

[@nagchumpalot]

Good video I guess but what is the point of just completely copying old 90s jungle and drum n bass ripping off there samples to sound just the same I don't get it.. I mean yes your tracks sound like the old ones but what for? You have even sampled the actual parts of old drum n bass tracks yes? So were is the originality coming from.

[@duskgb7738]

I would go even further - what is exciting in using prepared samples? All tracks would be similar and there is nothing in originality and craftmanship of making music. Anyway I rly like Stranjah channel, his tutorials and knowledge about making good s**t ;]

[@alexmack416]

i was craving for that pad in the body. sick overlay footage at the end.

[@xPr0DiiGyxLORDsh]

Bro im literally on FL right now and started you tubing tutorials to freshen up and seeing your post is such a relief and blessing. Thank you.

[@ASH-ou4cg]

Definitely sounds 97-98. Reminds me of Terminal Outkasts on Frontine.

[@johnsutphin9400]

future cut - dominator

[@ASH-ou4cg]

I just watched this again, I enjoyed it so much. If I had to have one bit of constructive criticism, it would be to have chopped up and edited the programming of the breaks. This is even mentioned in the description of the pack, from Crystl himself. I think everyone should be slicing and rearranging their breaks. This is the best way, to have tracks sounding original, fresh and unique, has this puts the personal touch on the track, from the artist. If everyone keeps using the loops as they come stock, it gets pretty dry, pretty quick, as everybody's track now sounds the same. I understand this was just a quick demo, so shortcuts had to be made, but I just thought I would make it known for those that are actually going to be making tracks, with the sample packs that they buy. Put some time and effort into your drums and processing. There is very little to worry about at this point, whether samples are cleared for you etc, because once you start using them in a different manner, they now become yours.

[@endosick3998]

in the fresh complex mierder work in progress ?

[@1disturbedjunglist]

Great video. I think the amen switch up really needed to come 1st on the drop tho coz the intro had a nice fast busy build but fizzled out on the drop and threw me off the riddim. My personal taste obviously. Big up.

[@oc7858]

yeh feels like 2 different tunes

[@aaronbazil]

Ur the 🐐 That call and response section is gonna save me a TON of time putting stuff together, bro, holy shit! 🤯

[@STRANJAH]

Much love my man glad that helps!

[@subkulturebeats]

👍🏼

[@SuperJslc]

Love it bro thanks so much. Are you Vegan for deServing Freedom yet?

[@STRANJAH]

Not sure what you mean but I enjoy steak so I can’t say I’m a vegan.

[@ASH-ou4cg]

Definitely looking forward to this one. It is always really easy to have tracks get stuck in 'loop mode', where you have a good 16 bars, but can't deconstruct and flesh it out, into a full track. Would love to get some pointers on this!

[@MrCshmn]

The info you seek is literally at the start of this video. Write 4 different 16 bar loops and mash them up.

[@StripperPingvin23]

The vox reminded me of thru the vibe by omni trio

[@dezolatestation]

lil bit bored with tech house, hello dnb stuff i'm gonna shout selectah

[@joshlaverick2002]

Take a shot every time he says ‘DJ Crystal Futurism Pack’

[@JP-dv7rf]

All dnb videos should be nothing but a disembodied and snarling floating head.

[@ZebbMassiv]

Eh Stranjah are you showing up to the Toronto Jungle 25 year party in a couple weekends?

[@STRANJAH]

Potentially

[@ExtendoBassMusic]

Would love to see you do a comprehensive video on some 140/ old school dubstep!

[@wallrider1538]

Thank you mate!

[@phooka]

Homie.. They're tearing.. like you tear paper, not like an eye tear drop. They "shread" in a way too!

[@ASH-ou4cg]

Haha, I caught that as well, but I let it slide. Naughty boy, making this publicly visible! 🤣

[@rvbd0tcom]

yo, another great video. u are my main guru on my quest to learn DnB production! i'm very new to it, but having a ton of fun with it already thanks to you excellant videos. do you mind if i link to your channel on my own youtube? i get most of my guidance from watching your channel and i want as many people as possible to find out about it.

[@STRANJAH]

Amazing to hear that and thank you so much I’m glad it’s helping!

[@Pa_963]

🤩🤩

[@aarons2632]

Is a 48 bar intro pretty typical? I’ve been trying to make mine 64. Idk Either way I’ll try this setup out.

[@STRANJAH]

Depends. The newer producers have 16 or 32 bar intros

[@IsotonikStudios]

Smashed it!! Those Dj Crystl packs are phenomenal, can’t wait to release the next one…

[@ASH-ou4cg]

Really nice to see a new preset pack coming out from you. Massive X is a huge synth, that doesn't get enough love. The sounds are sick, that you teased us with!

[@ASH-ou4cg]

Big up to Crystl! Love all his stuff and still have many of his 12", from back in the day. His drums pack sounds REALLY good. Phat, full and crisp. Really liking the other pack too, having the original sounds from his archive, is a gold nugget! Those pads and atmospheres are something I need to strive in making better.

[@STRANJAH]

Yes lots of nuggets in this pack

[@aarons2632]

Stranjah when you mentioned that Future Cut track was it ‘Obsession’?

[@STRANJAH]

It might have been

[@Richard-sk3vh]

This was really usefull. As a total newbie, I didn't realise you can paste loop scenes into the arrangment window like that. I'm in BItwig, but it works the same. Plus I'm using the AKAI APC key25, which is perfect for jamming simple chords and loops, it's affordable plus small on space and portable enough for a laptop bag. I elabourated on the drum aspect to be more personal. I made a drum bus with a variety of drum loops and precussion loops, some my own, some from sample packs, but still using same principle of scenes related to song sections.

[@intevolver]

Sick track, and a good reminder: if you find yourself doing the same thing a lot, make a template NOW.

[@ASH-ou4cg]

Very true. Doing so, will save you time in the future and that is time that can be better spent on the actual arrangement, or processing of your sounds.

[@TomFooleryTheAustere]

Future Cut, Obsession (Ulterior Motive Remix).

[@resonatingergonomicsdnb2426]

Best playback yet with the ravers in the background. Enhances the experience. Glad you did the silly fun into as well. Essential lesson here.

[@ASH-ou4cg]

6:48 definitely sounds like Goldie - Inner City Life

[@carllewis6745]

I was going to request a tutorial on switch-ups (I love them), but this is great! Thank you!

[@flovv4580]

Woah, he's from the future.

[@darthcheeseburger]

Whoah can we download this track Stranjah?! Insane banger man.

[@justin.johnson]

Nice articulation of your thought process

[@dvslion327]

My Man STRANJAH turned into an advertising channel for various music products big up stranjah the tutorials were fun while they lasted LOL

[@bigupz6818]

Sshhh.. mans sharing knowledge. Mans also gotta eat bro

[@TwiceCrispy]

Bro where are youj from? You have such a unique accent

[@STRANJAH]

Canada

[@nickclarke8138]

Need to book a whole week off work, lock myself in a room and work through this video and some of your other recent ones. Such good content and I like how the sounds and presets are demo’s but not overly pushed on the viewer (the work and quality ultimately speak for themselves 👌🏻)

[@MrMallum]

Fuck! Just brings me back to ‘96!!! Acid Track / Mothership vibes! Have you finished this? Or is it just for tuition?

[@benmochrie7832]

Yes Then! Good stuff! The Crystl packs are sick! Massive X as audio for us MPC headz? 👊👊👊

[@STRANJAH]

Absolutely. Just got the audio pack done

[@NuclearcoreSkeletness]

Thank you for this video I really needed that help, it's not easy as arranging 90s boom bap hip-hop beats

[@ASH-ou4cg]

Really liking the samples from the Crystl and OG Jungle sample packs. Hearing them in action and how they compliment each other, is really nice!

[@buckstarchaser2376]

16:09 Obsession... Though I would have said Dieselboy - Invid, had you not said "Future Cut".

[@bass27check]

I followed the link but couldn't find your Massive X pack. Is it available?

[@ASH-ou4cg]

I believe he said it is coming soon. You can currently sign up for the mailing list, for a notification on its release. I'm looking forward to this preset pack as well!

[@bass27check]

@@ASH-ou4cg Understood. Thanks!

[@philip6252]

Honestly loved this track

[@jessecampbell4580]

Videos like this are great, but I would also encourage anyone getting stuck to use reference tracks. Seeing your favourite tracks laid out in your daw can really help you figure out where you could go next.

[@lowpassparty]

you found my youtube channel 😁 that crystl 183 ep was one of the very first pieces of vinyl i ever owned!

[@SimonMcKechnie]

Awesome vid, will check out a few more but can’t wait to start jamming again. Thank you!

[@EzBios]

Hi, how do you activate sample preview on massive X?

[@SirTheoTheWhite]

Good Vibe on this one. Brings me back and makes me want to fire up the Technics and throw down some old vinyl.

[@toma5324]

The final tracks is awsome, can we hear it in tne futur on your Soundcloud or buy it on the Deviant Audio bandcamp please ?

[@burn_after_reading]

Super nice vid, good stuff!

[@romeisfallingagain]

10/10 for face intro. megalulz. you are awesome

[@PerryLevy]

4:39 It's tearing like tearing a piece of paper in half, not tear like when you cry lol 😂

[@paullawson6749]

Thanks bro those samples are dope

[@hjpn]

Can someone tell me the name of the software? Wait is this abelton?

[@STRANJAH]

Yes it is

[@hjpn]

@@STRANJAH k ty

[@ultrafex1]

Yes yes!!! ❤

[@PrestonBaez]

dude flowanastasia is my fave d&b vocalist this is fantastic

[@33wanwan]

excellent man. im at this stage now. bless from uk homes

[@waypoint4824]

thank you stranjah!

[@mark-nesterov]

Просто великолепное виде, вдохновляет!!!

[@justin7332]

crystl was a huge graff writer as well back when

[@ASH-ou4cg]

As much as I love Cubase, I am really intrigued by the clips/scenes of Abelton. Seems like a really nice way to work, over the oldskool Linear method, of Cubase. =/

[@STRANJAH]

Yes it's an interesting way to work

[@leftmono1016]

I used Cubase back on the Atari ST when it was just a midi sequencer. Be careful if you switch to Ableton because it can really trap you into loops instead of longer arrangements. Saying that, it is a very interesting way of working.

[@dannyjohno5579]

Agree with Left Mono you can get lost in the loop for hours but switching from Session view to Arrangement view once you've got most of your sounds is the one

[@OperculumAudio]

Sick break pack

[@a-a-rogov]

Nice work! Thank very much for you videos! 👊

[@meansbadinthelatin]

Isn't it Tearing as in (rhymes with Pear?) Tearin' up the dancefloor? Love your work !!!

[@STRANJAH]

Yesh lol

[@darkstranjahjunglebunny3667]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 That riddim is a Banger 💣💣💣💥💥💥💥

[@marioramongarcia3417]

Freaking massive video. Thanks!

[@hydrogxn]

Damn this track is really good

[@thelaw1984]

The Future Cut is Obsession, of course!

[@STRANJAH]

Good ear you got it!

[@FernandoMartinez-dn4se]

the Goldie.Co.Uk opening track! legendary!

[@TommyGunOZ]

is this tune up for grabs? love it

[@opticalman6417]

it reminds me of ed rush and optical

[@Jaws86]

Awesome 👌

[@themanfromvolantis]

5 mins in ahd it's just an advert for a (probably very good) breakbeat pack. Na ta. I'm here to make my own drums better. I don't need to learn how to select drums from a pack. Oh.... Now a KZbin advert. Disappointing content. I'm out.

[@themanfromvolantis]

Hahaha now promoting a midii controlller

[@STRANJAH]

Oh dear, it seems like I've inadvertently turned into the home shopping network, haven't I? I appreciate your honesty though, and I can understand wanting to forge your own path in the world of drum creation rather than taking the pre-beaten path (no pun intended). Let's hope the next content will be more to your taste, sans the advertisements!

[@endosick3998]

Hello, could you give me the samples?

[@dh1380]

That sounds suspiciously like how to arrange jungle in 1997 to me but I have to leave for work:D I'm sure the video slaps as always!

[@mr.anderson7233]

yuh yuh yuh total jam

[@SOULJALOS]

I use FL studio but this video still helped me get an idea of how to arrange jungle/dnb, thank you bro

[@sergoz123]

Can you tell me what Ableton Theme you're using please?

[@STRANJAH]

Dark with some edits

[@Rawwb]

yayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy

[@embersandash]

Lots of Roland JV/XV/SRX sounds in that crystal pack.

[@JDDavid]

This video and the ancillary materials are jam packed with useful stuff! Thanks Stranhjah!

[@kingpin463]

you tha man👊🏾👊🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@Sundji]

I never really understood the interface of ableton in performance view but this workflow really makes it make sense why you would produce like that. I gave up ableton because I didn't like the UI but after a few years of amateur production I finally get it.

[@eccogenesis7198]

I needed this because I struggle with song arrangement

[@STRANJAH]

Oh, don't worry, we all struggle. Some of us just hide it better than others. Keep going, you'll figure it out, probably... maybe. 😇

[@brendanlindsaywebb4932]

thanks for another great video. have you done a tutorial about creating pads? I'd like some tips on how to make complex pads similar to the sample you use/show in this project. This is something I need to put some time into.

[@TheRealFieryBiscuits]

TEARING. To rip, to tear. :) Nothing to do with crying or tears.

[@salvatorefanara482]

Amazingly awesomely best ive ever heard sample back❤

[@deejayspillz]

This video is amazing!!

[@TheBizzyBScience]

Great vid dude, keep it going!

[@J_Arthur_]

Big up Novation! I have the SL MK3 and I absolutely love it

[@paullawson6749]

Came back for a second watch one of my friends lent me a novation launch pad so triggering off loops but using the template thanks for the download ✌

[@GalaxyJ-wf3hq]

Easy bro, big fan of all your videos. Have you got any tips on bringing the intro back in at the halfway point? I cant find anyone else that gives info for this part of a track

[@General_Dat_Loud_Recordings]

DJ CRYSTL!! An absolute legend!

[@nicholasparsons5254]

"loop mong" is the term

[@AndySo2000]

Thank You! This is a badly needed tutorial on dnb production. When I started making dnb in 2008, there was really loosely put together tutorials out there and it was hard to find all the correct info on the subject matter you make videos on. Really dig the well put together tutorials, also clearly explained and high production value on the video quality itself. Btw is that Donald Glaude djing during that footage behind the DAW at the end?

[@Planetugm]

Yo Stranjah, big up on this. I love the videos!❤