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Techno hi hat roll 135 bpm 2 bars

HIHAT 135 BPM 3.6s 2ch
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About this sample

This sample features a 2-bar hi-hat roll at 135 BPM, crafted from white noise filtered between 6 kHz and 14 kHz to create a crisp, metallic timbre typical of techno. The pattern uses 16th notes with velocity variations to add groove, emphasizing accents on every 4th 16th note and softer off-beats for a shuffled feel. Closed hats have a tight decay around 40-60 ms, while open hats appear every 8th 16th note with longer decays near 180 ms. Stereo width is achieved by independently generating noise for left and right channels, followed by a high-pass filter at 5 kHz and subtle saturation for added presence.

Ideal for techno and similar electronic genres around 135 BPM, this hi-hat roll can be layered with kicks and snares to enhance rhythmic drive. The clear high-frequency content fits well in busy mixes but may require careful EQ to avoid clashing with cymbals or vocals. Its natural stereo spread and dynamic velocity pattern help maintain energy without sounding mechanical.

Specs

Format
WAV, 44.1 kHz, stereo
Length
3.56 s
Tempo
135 BPM
Size
1.2 MB
License
Free to use, royalty-free (CC0)