How to make Ambient DnB like Black Balloons

How to make Ambient DnB music in the style of Black Balloons. Sometimes referred to as Atmospheric DnB or chill breakcore, Black Balloons takes influence from the 2000s and toonami, to create these drum and bass songs. This music production tutorial breaks down how to make this sub genre of jungle music. Video by Chris the Scientist.
Sega-93 Pads Sample Pack
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Ambient DnB folder
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Sounds Resource
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Akaizer
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Thumbnail image credit by Dan (@yy22kk)
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[@christhescientist]

Thank you for all the kind comments on the last video

[@stellanFPS]

[@VinylsDead]

wasnt gonna watch but then I realized its the ps2 jungle guy??? now i gotta

[@Useful_failure]

Song name???

[@maslov_dd]

It's very nice, that your videos have its own identity - something, that very hard to own/create in our times. Well done.

[@mobeats2443]

Agreed 👍🏽

[@bevloy7517]

It’s so rare for a brand new channel to be this good. If this is the floor you’re gonna go far brother. Keep em coming.

[@christhescientist]

Thanks for this lovely comment

[@AndrewLuhring]

facts

[@LouSipher]

Rare but welcome, there's a reason these channels blow up because of the quality and care.

[@fido9745]

This review is hyping up my expectations so much, I’m going to save watching it when the mood is just right.

[@monBeatsART]

Literary what my thoughts were,

[@conradpankoff5616]

This kind of presentation is great - there's not a single wasted second in the whole thing. Very refreshing!

[@christhescientist]

Thanks Conrad! Yes I try and make the videos be as useful as possible, without wasting too much time. Thank you for recognizing that :) I'll have much more coming soon that I look forward to sharing with you fam

[@busyworksbeats]

Awesome Video!!! and thank you for sharing resources!

[@christhescientist]

Thank you man, you’re a legend in this community and we all thank you for your continued tutorials and wisdom being shared. You acknowledging this really made me smile

[@_cyko]

Dude this is one of the only good DnB tutorials. I'm not even using the same software and I still came up with my best work after this.

[@christhescientist]

That is a lovely comment to read, I’m pleased you were able to get value out of this :) I’ve got a new tutorial coming in a few days to hat I think you’ll really like so keep those eyes peeled

[@kawabeatz]

black balloons was one of the artists that got me into dnb a year or two ago, love them

[@christhescientist]

They’re a great artist! Very unique and talented

[@woahdotoah]

you have no idea how much i want you to finish that demo. holy shit it needs to be in my playlist N O W .

[@christhescientist]

Honestly thanks so much fam :) I’ve been secretly working on my music in the background, whilst uploading these videos. I will release stuff this summer, some will be in this style. Really excited to share it with you

[@JayFaychAych]

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[@deblastxv566]

Got goosebumps when the beat dropped

[@christhescientist]

Appreciate you fam, thanks for this lovely comment :) I really appreciate it

[@SoulofStatic]

I miss everything about the old times. Games, music, movies, people, everything was better

[@christhescientist]

Glad this vid could provide you with some nostalgia

[@SoulofStatic]

@@christhescientist thank you for making it

[@SamFrenchMusician]

Chris your editing style is incredible and your production skills speak for themself! This channel is going one way 🚀

[@christhescientist]

Thank you Sam! Appreciate the love Bro :) Definitely happy with the 2 vids so far and can’t wait to share more

[@discoRyne]

You absolutely rule my dude. So happy to see the YT algorithm giving you priority in the Ableton production realm. Thanks for pushing out the content.

[@christhescientist]

Thanks for the lovely comment my friend :) I’m grateful to be able to build this little community here and have you as a part of that

[@robertcarter1416]

I love your tutorials! The editing style is really great and I really like how concise they are. I would love to see a deeper dive into selecting and chopping drum breaks from you.

[@christhescientist]

Thanks for the kind comment! And that’s a great suggestion for a future video

[@muz3202]

great vid those akaizer processed breaks sound wicked

[@christhescientist]

Thanks fam! Yes that akaizer plugin is such a staple in the jungle community, great for layering on breaks or using as a transition. Also helps that it's free :) Thank you for your kind comment my friend

[@cityswimm3r]

So fire bro, you're vids give me something to think about in between songs. You're also giving out some real sauce my man, stay blessed and safe

[@christhescientist]

Thanks for your lovely comment fam :) This was really nice to read

[@theactionbasterd]

love your videos, I appreciate that you are able to quickly explain the fundementals over creating in a certain style while also making your videos engadging to watch. been having a lot of fun this week trying to make some jungle tracks.

[@christhescientist]

Thanks for this lovely comment! I’m glad the tutorials have been resonating with you :) I’m working on my next one currently, so I hope you enjoy that just as much

[@10poo]

I'm not a composer or anything but this style of videos really pump you up to try! great work!

[@christhescientist]

That's the whole point of me starting this channel, to inspire people to want to start creating. So I'm very glad you feel that way :) Much love my friend

[@einarthorgeirsson728]

​@@christhescientist phukye!! 🔥🎛🔊

[@ivyy8221]

I think I found a hidden gem in this channel, I discovered you from the video of "how to make playstation jungle", how cool, keep uploading videos on this topic and making your mixes, you have a lot of quality with this type of music genres.

[@christhescientist]

What a lovely comment to receive

[@dotConcept]

This man bout to pop off

[@richardevans8480]

I've really, really enjoyed your videos. Thank you for making them. I never realized how much I'd love trying to create and mimic this style of music. Also, your editing style is concise and charming; keep it all up!

[@christhescientist]

Thanks Richard! This was a lovely comment to read and I'm grateful for your support

[@gobboscrem]

yessss coming through again with the top shelf quality vid

[@christhescientist]

Thank you for the love Gobbo! Means a lot to hear and I'm grateful to have you as a part of this little community here

[@gobboscrem]

@@christhescientist just copped the sample pack, really nice stuff thanks man

[@jacotay2827]

Sounds Resource is so cool tysm for that

[@skinpeelr]

i really love your videos, it really helps me create better music. i bought your sample pack about a month ago and i've enjoyed everything it had ! really appreciate all of the things you create, and if you ever make more sample packs, know that i'd purchase them in a heartbeat :>

[@christhescientist]

Thank you very much for your kind comment! I really appreciate the support :) Also I'm so glad you enjoyed the sample pack, as I spent a lot of time making it

[@TimeTravel-0]

Another fantastic tutorial. Definitely gonna apply these ideas to my own projects

[@christhescientist]

Thanks John! Glad this one could be of help fam

[@kobmcad]

Really can't fault these vids, keep up the great work

[@christhescientist]

Thanks so much! This was such a lovely comment to read and I appreciate you taking the time to say that :) I've got a lot more coming soon, so I can't wait to share them with you my friend

[@astroboystan]

I'm so glad I got this recommended! I was stuck bc my style never felt like lofi but I didn't know how better to describe this kind of sound any better! The vocals guide especially, thanks man! I really appreciate the free options too!

[@christhescientist]

You're welcome my friend! Glad this video could be of help :) I appreciate your kind comment and look forward to sharing my future videos with you! Much love fam

[@ShuShuShop]

Absolutely amazing, thank you so much for your continued hard work!

[@christhescientist]

Thank you very much! What a nice comment to read

[@WillHatton]

Looking forward to seeing the growth of your channel bud, great work!

[@christhescientist]

Thanks Will! Means a lot coming from you fam, hope to connect with you in the future and I really appreciate you taking the time to say that :) Much love my friend

[@elijahjflowers]

love the format!

[@christhescientist]

Thanks Elijah! I'm pleased you appreciate it fam, the style and format of these videos are very important to me. So I'm grateful to read positive comments like yours

[@1983PHD]

Awesome content, love the 90s vibe

[@OceanMoonJack]

I'm blown away at how good a teacher, producer and vid maker this guy is. 10/10

[@christhescientist]

Thanks! I really appreciate it :) I hope you enjoy my future vids, got a lot more coming

[@samsonallen2122]

I don't produce music or am even really interested in this genre but this vid was awesome! great job man keep it up

[@christhescientist]

Thank you very much my friend :)

[@MacianArt]

Just phenomenal

[@christhescientist]

Thank you :) Very glad you liked it my friend, what a lovely comment to read

[@MacianArt]

@@christhescientisthave you considered doing a tutorial on Compro-era Skee Mask? Would love to see that

[@gavinpeters9531]

Awesome video! As a long time production noodler/learner/obsesser and also long time atmos dnb/jungle lover (also anime/cartoon/pop culture sample lover), this video was spot on. See some of the artists referenced in your sample pack and the sounds you're doing I will be looking forward to further vids!

[@christhescientist]

Thanks for your kind comment Gavin :) I'm so glad you enjoyed it

[@tanner.mackey.mp3]

Just discovered you, and as a musician who has largely done punk/grunge/alt rock kinda stuff and is ALSO big into y2k gaming and nostalgia, your channel is basically perfect. Thanks for doing what you do.

[@christhescientist]

Thanks Tanner! Glad this reached you :) Thank you for this kind comment and I look forward to sharing more vids with you fam

[@RizzoKingPrawnRat]

such a legend brooo so well put together

[@christhescientist]

Thanks fam! I appreciate the love and support :) glad to have you as a part of this little community and I hope you enjoy the future videos

[@hghalo]

Absolutely LOVING your vids ❤️‍🔥

[@christhescientist]

Thank you Harrison! I’m glad these have managed to reach you fam :) I’ve got my next one coming this week and I look forward to sharing it with you

[@saberzahn]

Another great video! Haven't been so excited about a new channel since quite some time! Keep it up 👊

[@christhescientist]

What a lovely comment! Thank you fam I appreciate it so much :) I really value hearing that so thanks for taking the time out to send me love

[@sergiocastro1518]

Top production quality ma dude

[@christhescientist]

Thanks Sergio! I appreciate the love fam

[@CyberSummoning]

awesome tutorial Chris - thank you!

[@christhescientist]

Thanks for the kind comment Louis! Much more coming very soon :) I appreciate the love my friend

[@thedeeprot]

👍👍👍

[@christhescientist]

Wow.... the fact this has reached you is wild! Love your channel, you post some great artists and songs :) also I love that you give a platform to sub genres like UKG

[@PrizmaArtz]

another banger by christhescientist

[@christhescientist]

Thanks Prizma! I appreciate you supporting me and showing love fam :) Glad you enjoyed it and I hope it was useful my friend

[@perempti]

Thanks for the esthetic, stylish and scientific way of your content, my man! Love every bit and pixel you do, keep it up!

[@christhescientist]

Quite possibly my favourite comment I’ve ever received, thank you so much

[@perempti]

@@christhescientist i am so grateful that youtube showed me your second vid and im literally fall in love) now im waiting for the next one)

[@mauricederidder7411]

I am freaking IN LOVE with this video format, you, and everything about this video. Damn, this is one of the best vids i've watched in weeks! I LOVE IT! Usually i make more grimey techno style songs, but this really inspired me to make something different, thanks a million, chris!

[@christhescientist]

You're very welcome Maurice :) Thanks for this lovely comment, I really appreciate your support. Yes have a go at making some ambient dnb, it's so fun

[@Joeish22]

Honestly the best channel I've subscribed to in a long, long time (even though I'm a robot) - quality production / editing / content and all straight to the point Thank you Chris!

[@christhescientist]

Thanks for the lovely comment! I'm very glad you enjoyed it fam

[@adrenalinekick]

I feel like I learned a lot and will try making my own ambient/jungle dnb thanks to your guide. I grew up on PS1 Xbox and N64 so I remember this genre well and I'm glad it's coming back. I want to contribute to it.

[@christhescientist]

That's fantastic to hear! One of my main reasons of starting this channel was to inspire people to want to make music, so I'm glad you feel this way

[@louis5017]

@@christhescientist Could you recommend a good video for starting w ableton plz !

[@PinkRoller]

This editing and everything with this video is so well done. Such a refreshing video to watch. Keep them coming!

[@christhescientist]

Thanks my friend! Yes lots more coming this month, so keep those subscriber notification bells on :) Thanks for your kind words

[@PinkRoller]

@@christhescientist Already on! :)

[@laughinginthe90s]

Awesome. Thanks for putting sample links!

[@christhescientist]

You’re welcome my friend! Glad this could be of help :) Got much more planned for this channel that I can’t wait to share with you

[@ges18]

Nice material, thanks for sharing.

[@armeniandude3]

I would absolutely love to hear a whole song from you! The KZbin algorithm brought me here and I'm staying! Your production quality and level of understanding is top notch!

[@christhescientist]

Very kind of you to say! I plan on releasing some music soon, so I hope you enjoy it :) Thanks for your lovely comment my friend, I look forward to sharing more with you

[@armeniandude3]

@@christhescientist That’s awesome, I can’t wait! As a fellow musician myself, I’ve recently been down a rabbit hole of DnB and it’s always so interesting seeing it broken down and demonstrated so clean and concisely!

[@christhescientist]

@@armeniandude3Thanks very much my friend, I appreciate this kind comment :) See you in the next one!

[@morgengabe1]

Great pocket on the drums, and that cymbal process was super efficient!

[@christhescientist]

Thank you my friend! Really appreciate that

[@PsytranceGOUGAS]

You have your own identity to all of these videos. I love it, man. Thanks for teaching us :)

[@christhescientist]

Apologies for the late reply, but thank you so much! Your comment really made my day :) it’s great when people like yourself appreciate what I do, I’ll have much more coming soon

[@xerilaun]

another banger vid! i really enjoy watching ur stuff dude, keep up the great work!!

[@christhescientist]

Thanks very much! I appreciate you sticking around, I'm so glad I get to share these videos with you fam :) See you in the next one!

[@tekki44]

i love this video so much, especially the whole aesthetic of the video! It stands up amongst all the other tutorial channels! keep going 🫡

[@christhescientist]

Thanks a lot fam! Very glad you enjoyed this :) Yes got lots more coming soon m, this is only the beginning! Thank you for your kind words

[@tekki44]

@@christhescientist youre welcome man!!

[@OffTheShelfDJ]

This video is fantastic. You clearly put a lot of effort in and you deserve every success it may bring 😊

[@christhescientist]

Thanks very much! It's nice to be appreciated so I'm really grateful to receive a comment like this, thank you :) I'll have more videos coming soon

[@charlesmarkette]

Dude, this is amazing please keep it up!

[@christhescientist]

Thank you sleepyninja and yes I plan on uploading much more! Thanks for the compliment :)

[@VoidySan]

That third akaizer example sounds amazing omg

[@prod.negligent]

Gonna Make a song now with these tips :)

[@christhescientist]

Nice! Glad this vid could be of help my friend :) Have fun with it and hope see you in the next one

[@alc_media]

lovely content. As a hobby music producer who recently rediscovered intelligent dnb from his childhood ps1 times, I cant wait to try it myself. Keep it up, you rock!

[@christhescientist]

Thanks a lot! Pleased that you're enjoying the content so far :) I'm glad to have you as a part of this little community. See you in the next one my friend

[@LOSTVAGABOND_]

this is some great stuff, good video!

[@christhescientist]

Thanks a lot! Very glad this reached you and that you enjoyed it fam :) I’ve got a lot more coming soon that I look forward to sharing with you

[@giannishutup]

insanely well made and concise

[@christhescientist]

Thank you very much my friend! Hoping to see you in the next one :)

[@Lumeyyyy]

The editing on these videos is amazing, found you randomly but love all the content so far!

[@christhescientist]

Thank you Lumeyy! Glad to have you as a part of this little community here fam

[@Lumeyyyy]

@@christhescientist Keep up the good work! Looking forward to more videos in the future

[@christhescientist]

@@Lumeyyyy thank you my friend

[@valala2987]

Your videos are amazing! I don't even produce music but I like watching them.

[@christhescientist]

Thanks a lot! Glad you're enjoying the video content and stye :) And if you ever feel like learning feel free to give it a go

[@asundayfireofficial2774]

That Fresh Air plug-in is A+

[@christhescientist]

Yes! and it's completely free :) works great on vocals, pianos and anything that needs a nice bit of sheen to it. Slate Digital make some great plugins

[@melo-melos]

Brother what a banger of a video ! very nice

[@christhescientist]

Thanks my friend! Glad you enjoyed it :) Appreciate your kind words and hope to see you in the next one fam

[@DaveInVerdansk]

broooo your fooking editing is 11/10

[@christhescientist]

Thanks Dave! Much love fam, I take a lot of pride in my style and editing, so to read that means a lot

[@computrhead]

Love this tutorial! You definitely got the Y2K Aesthetic down.

[@christhescientist]

Ah thank you fam :) Glad you loved it, also I appreciate you rocking with the style

[@computrhead]

@@christhescientist No problem. I’ve always been interested in this style for a while now.

[@alexandersimmo7033]

always finish the video with the final track man, always! Sick tutorial thanks

[@christhescientist]

Thanks a lot fam :) Also noted, thank you for your feedback

[@saucynes1817]

the execution of this tutorial is amazing, cant wait to see more content from u fam

[@christhescientist]

Thanks! Likewise I can't wait to share more videos with you my friend :) Thank you for your kind comment and I'm glad to have you as a part of this little community on here

[@onikrux]

I LOVE the way you present visuals/examples in this video and especially using old game footage like Air Ride- So glad I found this video this morning :)

[@christhescientist]

Im so glad this video reached you fam :) thank you for appreciating my style and I can’t wait to share more videos with you

[@kaitlyn__L]

I love this genre, yet hadn’t heard of this artist; will definitely have to check them out! Definitely also giving me some ideas more generally of playing my own pads and chopping them up…

[@christhescientist]

Yeah they're a brilliant artist, I'd recommend listening to their track: 'Final Fantasy' (which samples Imogen Heap) That's what I based this tutorial around, although they have other great songs too. Have fun with the pad playing

[@ulysse.1155]

IMAGINE AN UZI FEATURE ON THIS

[@Stevocan2]

Literally so much useful info. You are a god.

[@christhescientist]

Thank you fam, really glad that you enjoyed this :) It's been so fun sharing these videos with you and I have my next one coming out soon. Hope to see you in it

[@kaisoundz]

This feels like urban nostalgic music class

[@christhescientist]

Thanks very much my friend, that's high praise! Hope to see you in the next videos

[@user-et3xn2jm1u]

this video's is good. please keep it up :)

[@christhescientist]

Thank you my friend! I appreciate your love and support

[@ericoliverio5514]

Rate the tutorials. Great editing style. Also agree would like to see a more in depth analysis on chopping up breaks in Simpler but besides that great new resource cheers

[@christhescientist]

Thanks fam! Also you’re the second person who’s requested a drum break video so I’ll make sure to do one in the future :) Thank you for the suggestion

[@듄고양이]

Your editing style is ridiculously good jeez

[@christhescientist]

Thanks a lot fam! Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@kirkleblanc-eh6gu]

Love the editing. Never thought about layering 2 breaks over one another. Thank you for sharing 🎉

[@christhescientist]

Yes give it a go! Works especially well with breaks that have different sounding qualities. So try mashing one which has quite heavy top end (hi hats/cymbals etc) with a more kick heavy one. Have fun and hope this helps

[@RegahP]

omg this is great. I'd love to see one about Sewerslvt! She's a monumental artist in my life and it speaks to me. The attention to detail on this video is top notch!

[@christhescientist]

Thanks for the kind words, I really appreciate it my friend

[@BeeSquared]

As a mix engineer, I seriously appreciate the use of Soothe to tame the upper-mid harshness of your tracks. You can achieve quite an amazing mix by taming all the harsh frequencies out of your song. It allows you to push your tracks to make them sound brighter and louder, without hurting your ears, at any volume. Very well done, man. You're doing great!!! ✌

[@christhescientist]

I agree! It's such an under rated and useful plugin, I use it on every jungle/DnB track I create. It's probably the most useful external plugin I recommend that people get

[@blackears2245]

is there an alternative for soothe ?

[@christhescientist]

@@blackears2245 wait until it goes on sale and then purchase it, because there are no alternatives at the same level. I got mine in the Easter sale

[@blackears2245]

@@christhescientist thank you !

[@purityfilter112]

some of the best tutorial content ive seen keep it up!!

[@christhescientist]

Wow.... so the 'Ambient Dnb Mix.exe', which features your Chrysalis track first, inspired a lot of this video fam. You are an incredible artist and I am so grateful to read that comment from you

[@VitotheToxic]

Here before 100k subs. The best content on DnB ive ever seen! Cant wait to see more from you

[@christhescientist]

Thank you very much my friend :) Tbh I’ve been surprised with the positive support I’ve received on here. It’s a lovely little community that’s forming here and I really enjoy sharing my videos with you

[@m1ntys0up40]

damn bro u cooking

[@christhescientist]

Thanks fam! Got more otw :) new video dropping in the next few days, so feel free to check that out

[@m1ntys0up40]

@@christhescientist lysm

[@error_d2c]

🧎🏾let us pray, for the forbidden sauce has been unveiled to masses😭

[@christhescientist]

Haha glad you found it useful :) I’ve got many more tips and tricks I look forward to sharing with you fam. I appreciate your kind comment

[@dancedancerevolution2onthe427]

Just getting started. Thanks alot for this!

[@christhescientist]

You're welcome! Hope you enjoyed the vid and have fun making some ambient DnB

[@huanwobi9179]

i love how you incorporate the video essay editing style~

[@christhescientist]

Thanks very much! This was such a fun vid to make

[@violetmiauw]

would you maybe consider making a video on how to make an ambient pad? it would be really helpful 😇

[@christhescientist]

Yes! I will definitely cover this in a future video my friend :) it’s on my list of content I want to make. Thank you for the suggestion

[@violetmiauw]

@@christhescientist awesome!! rly excited for it 😇

[@samocali]

Great video! Keep this genre coming - I love learning about ow to make this kind of thing. I've always wanted tutorials like these. I'm curious - what was the 808 you used?

[@christhescientist]

It’s called the 808 standard 1 JW1, available in most online packs (jungle jungle etc) however any short punchy 808 will work. Just shorten the tail of any 808 you like

[@samocali]

@@christhescientist Cheers :)

[@petermehlhaff9243]

this channel BANGS, high quality shit, super engaging and to the point, interesting visuals and editing,,,, ur a pro

[@southpawsuni]

I love this editing! So good

[@christhescientist]

Thanks! I’m grateful for your kind comment

[@ProdMoonyotsu]

Where can i find this song???

[@Mageblood]

[@christhescientist]

Thanks for the comment! It all helps with making this video reach producers

[@jbostron]

Great video! incredible amount of detail for a "short" video. Love the choppage and fx work, vocal sounds so rich. 🔥🏆🙌

[@christhescientist]

Thanks a lot! :) Much love fam

[@Baggssy]

Okay this is my new favourite channel

[@christhescientist]

Thanks very much! I appreciate that a lot :) there’s other videos on my channel if you’d like to check them out

[@cystichd879]

post the song!

[@user-js4qc7vo6b]

0:41 noooooooo, let the music play longer

[@christhescientist]

Thanks for the feedback :)

[@melb7655]

commmee onnn ggggggg, thank you, inspired me to make some jungle, thanks for the tutorial, quick, stylish and to the point, i love how creative freedom is encouraged, you set a theme, structure and even suply packs, big up

[@christhescientist]

Thanks for checking it out! I'm glad you enjoyed it fam :) I love making these videos, so it's great to receive supportive comments like this

[@blackballoonss]

this is very accurate haha, amazing vid 🖤🖤🖤

[@christhescientist]

Mad that that this has reached you! Thanks for all the amazing music you've released over the years fam, I listen to HOLDMECLOSE at the gym all the time :) appreciate the tips you gave too

[@devinlauderdale9635]

dude this channel is so sick

[@christhescientist]

Thanks Devin! means a lot to hear you say that my friend :) I've got a lot more planned for this channel so I'm happy you're liking it so far! Hope to see you in the next video fam

[@Scabadart]

I fucking love these videos I need more

[@christhescientist]

Ah I'm so glad you're enjoying them

[@ecacho7466]

Insane content my guy, thanks a ton for uploading more, love your tutorials.

[@christhescientist]

Thanks Elias! Ofc fam I'm happy to share my content with you and I'm glad it's been received so well

[@ghostofme9267]

love this dude, ur tunes go hardd

[@christhescientist]

Thanks fam :) I’ll be releasing music here in the coming months, so I hope you enjoy that