How to Write a House Bassline That Grooves (Free MIDI)
By Omar Meho
The bassline is what makes people move. A great house track can get away with simple drums and one chord, but not a weak bassline. Here's how I write them.
What the full guide covers
- Start on the off beat
- Use the root note first
- Add movement with octaves and passing notes
- Play with note length
- Shape the sound
- Make room for the kick