A little Jamstix demo

I just uploaded a song with Jamstix as the drum track, I used the freejam setting and let it create the track. I really like the results, even though i feel it is a bit busy, it shows the potential of this program, Jamstix can really make the midi drum tracks start to come alive, I expect as I go along and lear the program better I will be able to get more and more realistic results, but give it a try it is the first track on my web site, the old Clapton tune "wonderful tonight" http://www.motagator.net/bands/145/


Keep in mind that other than the vocals these are all midi tracks, I plan to sit down soon and play the lead guitar with my gibson, this is part of a set of songs i am working on as backing tracks for live performances, where i can mute the lead vocals and one guitar track and play along with the "band" .

At the end of the song you can hear the drum track go on a bit to long, I did not edit that out yet as I wanted to hear what it would do, I am learning that you can set the midi note to start and stop the program with, but i have not figured that out completely.

I like those drums! You were right, they were a tad too busy, but I've heard worse from real drummers. btw, what's up with the "long red hair" thing!? Just kinda threw me off there...

Joe

Oh come on, what's life if you can't take risks... Of course, being adventurous and stupid are two different things... (at least they keep telling me).

Joe

That's really good, the forum would be slow if you died...

Joe

Thanks Ralph, I am really having a good time with this, I made the adjustments and will repost as soon as i have a chance to export the updated track. Maybe we can get some more Jamstix'ers around this joint. Oh by the way, I noticed that the closed setting changes from time to time is there a way to make it stay like a lock or something?

Sounds really good, I don't care for the drum sound overall though, sorry.
Is Jamstix MIDI? I was under the impression it used wav samples. The more I hear of MIDI drum tracks the less inclined I am to venture that direction.

I think you did a great job on the tune, it's nice to hear a QUALITY recording from someone on the forum.

Yeah, those are some of the types of sounds I was expecting to hear.
Thanks for the links.

I am waiting on a couple of my songs to get posted, so I can be ripped apart!! I think that if I am going to comment, then I should have material available for others to comment on as well - it's the only way to grow and refine the music.

And Robo...I do think the song is great - all MIDI less the vocals...that's way beyond me!! Seems like you have to have loads of patience to do so much in MIDI, eh? Of course, I know very little about MIDI, so I usually put the old foot in mouth in that area.

The DrumPaks will give you great sound and lots of options. I recommend you start with the 'DrumPak #2 Default' kit as it is a good all-purpose modern kit.

Concerning workflow: try using Jamstix as an arranger tool without jamming. Once you have a basic song idea, just add Jamstix, pick the DP2 kit and place library rhythms that fit your song and idea as needed in the arranger. Add fills where you want them and an intro and ending. You may also want to move the snare/tom accent sliders in the rhythms you are using all the way left for now.

This will give you a good feel for the arranger, which is the heart of Jamstix, and give you the tools you need to complete a drum arrangement, regardless of whether it is the result of free jamming or manual jamming.

Personally, free-jamming with Jamstix is just an idea maker for me. I always end up hand arranging the rhythms it generated, editing some or mix and match with library rhythms etc.