Tape Breaks Vol.1, a meticulously curated collection that pays homage to the golden era. Fifteen raw analog drum breaks pulse with the same DNA that built hip-hop's foundation, accompanied by over 50 one-shots—kicks that thump like subway cars, snares that crack like vinyl under pressure, hi-hats that shimmer with analog warmth, cymbals that crash with tape-saturated grit, and tom fills that roll like thunder through the mix.
Every break was kissed by magnetic tape and baptized through analog tube circuitry, delivering the warmth, punch, and tonal character that digital can't touch. These aren't just samples—they're time capsules from the boom bap blueprint, ready to anchor your next masterpiece in authentic analog soul.
Who’s Using These Samples?
Drums and samples by Polyphonic Music Library can be heard on records by Jake One, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, Schoolboy Q, Jack Harlow, H.E.R., Doechii, Westside Gunn, Joey Badass, Russ, Boldy James, Bryson Tiller, and Conway.
Jake One sampled the “Cold Diamonds” drum break from the Italia collection for Russ. Kal Banx used the “Blue Sharks” drum break from the Italia collection for Doechii.
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