Trap Sound Design Explained

“Trap Sound Design Explained®” shows you how to create the defining sounds of Trap music from the ground up. In this course, Thomas Cochran demonstrates step-by-step techniques for building the core elements commonly heard in Trap productions. The series begins with designing one of the most important sounds in the genre: the 808 kick drum. You’ll see how to create both clean and distorted versions. From there, the course moves on to melodic elements, including a Top End Drop Lead suitable for hook sections. Next, you’ll learn how to craft distorted horn synth stabs and a deep Womp bass patch from scratch. Additional lessons cover other staple Trap sounds, including a Heavy Stab Lead, Breakdown Arp Lead, Synth Chorus Keys, and Modulated Super Saw Chords. Each sound is built step by step so you can understand how it’s created and apply the same principles to your own productions.