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how to make lo-fi on the KO II

Lo-fi is boom-bap softened: mellow chops, gentle swing, rolled-off highs, and lots of space.

70-85 BPM · Relaxed swing, soft transients, slightly detuned.

  1. 1. Set a slow, hazy tempo.
    Hold TEMPO around 75 BPM.
  2. 2. Sample a warm chord loop.
    Press SAMPLE to record a mellow keys or guitar loop.
  3. 3. Soften the top end.
    Roll off the highs with the filter for a muffled tone.
  4. 4. Lay easy drums.
    Finger-drum soft kicks and snares on Group A with live record, keeping velocity gentle.
  5. 5. Add air.
    Bring in reverb and a slow delay to widen the space.
tips
  • Push swing higher than for hip-hop for a laid-back feel.
  • Leave gaps so the loop can breathe.
ask the KO II assistant →
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Device steps reference the official KO II manual. Musical guidance is general production advice.