Rhythm Section: Anthology

'Rhythm Section: Anthology' from Loopmasters is the largest production tool yet from Peckham-based London establishment Rhythm Section, featuring a library of samples put together by Z Lovecraft and affiliated artists including Phrased, Contours, Ruf Dug, and Holloway. Phrased, the elusive duo from South London, contributed deep late-night sounds perfect for brooding atmospheres or heavy techno beats; Contours from Manchester adds an eclectic mix of sounds from Africa, Latin America, and beyond, exploring the spaces between house, jazz, Afrobeat, electronica, and hip-hop; Ruf Dug offers a range of colourful lo-fi and hi-fi drum sounds; and Holloway's collection features heavy bass sounds taken from the iconic Akai S3000.

All synthesized and recorded in Rhythm Section's Biodiversity Studios, these sounds are a must-have for any budding or established music maker. With luscious live instruments including electric guitars, flutes, marimbas, organs, and pianos, mixed percussion including claves, shakers, congas, and balafons, punchy kicks, full drum sets, synth leads, pads, and sub basses, the collection spans analogue, digital, and natural samples.

Retro hardware highlights include a Korg ER-1 collection, a Yamaha QY20, and Ruf Dug's retro-inspired lo-fi drum pack, while Holloway's bass notes and stabs range from low swinging subs to groovy house plucks suitable for UKG, jungle, breakbeat, and future jazz styles. Loops play around 93-158 BPM, ensuring absolute creative freedom with the variety provided.