To get that professional Shoreline Mafia sound, your mix needs to be loud but clean. Use a soft clipper on your master channel to let your drums red-line slightly without distorting the overall track. This gives the beat that "aggressive" feel that OhGeesy thrives on.
Ensure your kick and 808 are working together. The kick provides the initial "thump," while the 808 provides the "weight." 4. Arrangement: Less is More shoreline_mafia_x_ohgeesy_type_beat_on_me_west_...
In an "On Me" type beat, the 808 needs to be punchy but controlled. To get that professional Shoreline Mafia sound, your
Use "dark" presets in plugins like Keyscape or Nexus. Ensure your kick and 808 are working together
Drop the melody out for a few bars or remove the kick to let the rapper’s lyrics take center stage.
Don't forget the classic "West Coast cowbell" or a woodblock hit tucked into the background to keep the rhythm driving forward. 3. The Low End: 808s and Basslines