Techno bassline 130 bpm 4 bars

About this sample

This bassline features a layered synthesis of a deep sub-bass sine wave at F1 (43.65 Hz), combined with sawtooth and slightly detuned square waves for harmonic richness. Notes follow a rolling 16th-note pattern with off-beat hits and occasional octave jumps to F2 (87.31 Hz). Each note has a quick 5 ms attack and 150 ms decay amplitude envelope, paired with a percussive low-pass filter envelope opening rapidly and decaying for a plucky feel. The sound is mono below 150 Hz for tight sub-bass, with stereo widening applied to upper harmonics, enhanced by soft saturation and sidechain-style volume ducking synced to the 130 BPM kick.

This bassline suits techno and similar electronic genres around 130 BPM, driving rhythm with a punchy and clean presence. It works well layered under percussion or synth leads, where its staccato pattern adds groove without overpowering the mix. Watch for low-end clashes by keeping sub frequencies mono and processing kick and bass carefully to maintain clarity and punch.