Decap is the man behind the drums behind your favorite song
Producer and sound designer Nicholas Piantedosi, known as Decap, has significantly influenced modern music through his 'Drums That Knock' sample packs. These packs have been featured in hits by major artists like Kendrick Lamar, Olivia Rodrigo, and BTS over the last decade. In an interview, Decap discussed his essential tools, including Ableton Live and his vintage Boss SP-202 sampler, while expressing frustration with the limitations of phone speakers for low-end audio.
- ▪Decap's 'Drums That Knock' sample pack series has reached its 11th installment since its debut in 2016.
- ▪His drum samples have been used by prominent artists such as Freddie Gibbs, Bad Bunny, and Mac Miller.
- ▪Decap identifies Ableton Live as his most indispensable tool for creating music.
- ▪He criticizes phone speakers for making raw 808 basslines inaudible to listeners.
- ▪Decap advocates against gear gatekeeping, stating that a computer is sufficient for producing high-quality music.
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