New here? Start with the FL Studio Beginner Guide or the Ableton Guide depending on your DAW. If you're not sure which DAW to use, read Best DAW for Breakcore first.
How to Make Breakcore in FL Studio – Complete Beginner Guide
From empty project to finished track: drums, amen chopping, basslines, glitch effects and a final mix — everything in one place.
How to Chop the Amen Break – Step by Step
Master the iconic 1969 drum loop that defines the genre. Learn how to slice, rearrange, pitch and mangle the Amen in any DAW.
Breakcore Drum Patterns – BPM, Structure & Free Templates
What tempo should breakcore be? How do you structure a 4-bar loop? Drum pattern theory and downloadable MIDI templates for FL Studio and Ableton.
Glitch Effects in Breakcore – DBlue Glitch, Buffer Shuffler & More
The go-to glitch plugins, how to set them up, and how to use automation to create the chaotic stutters and repeats that define breakcore.
How to Make Breakcore in Ableton Live – Beginner Guide
Using Beat Repeat, Drum Rack and the Sampler to build breakcore in Ableton. Includes a walkthrough of session and arrangement views.
How to Layer Kicks for Breakcore – Sub, Click & Body
Breakcore kicks need to punch through dense percussion. Here's how to layer a sub, transient and body layer for maximum impact.
Breakcore in Renoise – Why Trackers Are Made for This Genre
Many legendary breakcore producers use Renoise. Learn why the tracker workflow is uniquely suited to breakcore's chaotic style.
Sidechain Compression in Breakcore – How to Keep Your Mix Clean
When your kicks, bass and breaks all fight for the same low-end space, sidechain compression saves your mix. Here's how to set it up.