How to Convert Audio Samples for BeatMaker
July 21, 2010
Coming up on today’s epsiode:
How to convert your samples to create a custom beat maker kit, resolve some Error’s, and make some fresh beats!
The Right Format
So I’ve been getting tons of questions about getting unknown sample format errors, and It made me question what are the exact specs, so I pulled up their usual manual and found out.
Use can use iTunes or QuickTime to find out what type of format your samples. Make sure to convert them using the following settings. In iTunes goto preferences, under the general tab, click on Important Settings button, Import using, select AIFF or WAV. Now change Automatic Setting to custom, pick 44100 Hz, Stereo, 16bit is okay, and hit done done done, now select your file in your library, right click and select “Create AIFF or WAV”. Done!
Alright so now that you know what format you’ll need for, all you gotta do is plop them into your custom beatmaker kit, with BeatPack, lets show you how to do that.
- Download BeatPack.
- Ensure same wifi connection for iPhone/iPod Touch and Computer
- Gather your files. Create your icon
- Arrange your kit, save and export.
Alright hope that answers your question MCtubbsta, thats how to make samples and kits for beatmaker. So what did we learn today? AIFF and WAV formats, NO MP3s
Hope you enjoyed the episode. Remember to also check out my custom beat, youtube channel and thesixtyone page. , be sure to check the site for show notes and details, leave comments and questions!