Hey music creators! Get ready for a blast from the past. We’ve unearthed a treasure trove of sound from the early 2000s that’s sure to inject some serious flavor into your productions – the legendary Mixman Sample packs! These samples, originally designed for Mixman StudioPro software, are packed with incredible sounds, and among them, you’ll find some truly Funk Guitar Wow moments, especially if you’re digging that George Clinton vibe. After years tucked away, these CDs are finally seeing the light of day and are ready for you to explore.
A Treasure Trove of Sounds from the 2000s
For those unfamiliar, Mixman StudioPro was a pioneering beat-matching software back in the day, a precursor to modern stem players. These sample packs were its secret weapon, boasting amazing audio quality and featuring contributions from some seriously talented artists. We’re talking single samples here, perfect for loading into your favorite synth like the Deluge as OSC1 or OSC2, or dropping into kits. Think instant inspiration and a direct line to the sonic landscape of the early 2000s electronic music scene.
Explore Diverse Genres: From Techno to Funk Guitar
This collection is massive – over 3GB of samples spanning a wide range of genres. Dive in and discover sounds from:
- K-KLASS – Tribal House: Get that European techno-house energy with loops, synths, keys, kicks, and hats.
- Heaven 17 – Electronic Dance: Explore dub, electro, ambient, house, d&b, and breakbeat elements with baselines, pads, hits, and FX.
- Darwin Chamber – Electrobreakbeat: Crisp 303, 808, and 909 sounds, guitars, turntable scratches, and vocoders for that clean electro edge.
- Hardcore – European Hardcore by DJ Brisk & DJ Douglas: Acid lines, kicks, claps, 303s, and rhythm loops for that high-energy hardcore rush.
- LoFi Transmission – Techno House: Rhythm, melody, and vocals, with a focus on keys, leads, and baselines for a classic techno house vibe.
- Smoke – Trip Hop: Immerse yourself in guitars, keys, pads, and cool FX, channeling that loungy, smoky Portishead atmosphere, ready for your Deluge.
- TREMOR – Drum & Bass: Bass tones, riffs, pads, melodies, and impactful kicks and drums for your next D&B banger.
- GLOSS – House: A treasure trove of house drums, strings, and vocals to build your groove.
- Street Level – Hip-hop: Find fills, kicks, turntable effects, FX, scratches, and baselines and vocals for authentic hip-hop vibes.
- SKINNY PUPPY – Artist: Unique percussive loops, keys, and baselines curated by the iconic Skinny Puppy.
- George Clinton – Artist: And here’s where the funk guitar wow really kicks in! Expect incredible funk baselines, mixed grooves, guitars, pianos, and sax samples that scream pure funkadelic energy. This pack alone is worth the download for any funk enthusiast.
Important Disclaimer
Before you dive in, a quick note: the legal status of these samples regarding royalties is a bit hazy. We’re sharing these in the spirit of preservation and creative exploration, especially given that the original parent company, Time&Space, is no longer in business as of Feb 2022. We don’t believe there should be any issues, especially considering these packs are around 30 years old. However, we’re not lawyers, so if you have any further insights on the legalities, please let us know!
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Enjoy these vintage sounds, experiment, and most importantly, have fun creating! Let us know if everything loads up smoothly for you. Most samples are short clips and should be Deluge-friendly right out of the box. Happy sampling!
