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“not bad” was exactly my reaction. If i have time, I’ll try to add that… just to finish the thread, @Phil_Flood this was also pretty cool. will attempt it all later…

“Show midi velocity values for each of the 16 steps. Show zero when the drum is not struck on a step

Gemini said

To make this easy to program into the BeatBuddy or a DAW with precise dynamics, here are the MIDI velocity values (0–127) for each of the 16 steps.

Verse Groove: MIDI Velocities

This reflects the “linear” feel where accents provide the backbeat and ghost notes provide the texture.

Step 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Hi-Hat 85 70 110 80 0 85 70 110 80 0 85 70 110 80 0 75
Snare 0 0 0 0 115 0 0 0 0 35 0 0 0 0 115 0
Kick 105 0 0 0 0 0 95 0 100 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Intro Tribal Roll: MIDI Velocities

The intro requires a “rolling” dynamic. The velocities below alternate slightly to simulate the natural hand-to-hand movement of a drummer.

Step 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Hi Tom 100 90 0 0 105 95 0 0 100 90 0 0 0 0 0 0
Floor Tom 0 0 105 95 0 0 105 95 0 0 110 100 115 105 120 110
Kick 110 110 0 0 110 110 0 0 110 110 0 0 110 110 0 0

Programming Notes:

  • Snare Ghost Notes: Step 10 in the verse is a “feel” note. Setting it to 35 ensures it’s audible but doesn’t distract from the main backbeat on steps 5 and 15.
  • Hi-Hat Chirps: Steps 3, 8, and 13 are the “open” sounds. Increasing the velocity to 110 helps emphasize that classic Carter Beauford “bark.”
  • Intro Build: Notice the Floor Tom velocities increase slightly toward the end of the measure (Steps 11–16) to create a natural crescendo into the verse.

Would you like me to export these patterns into a standard MIDI file format that you can import directly into the BeatBuddy Manager?

yes

Gemini said

Here are the specific MIDI velocity values (0–127) for each of the 16 steps to match the dynamics of “Say Goodbye.”

To program this accurately into the BeatBuddy, set the velocity to 0 for any step where the instrument is not struck.

Verse Groove: MIDI Velocities

This reflects Carter Beauford’s “linear” style where ghost notes provide the texture and accents provide the pulse.

Step 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Hi-Hat 85 70 110 80 0 85 70 110 80 0 85 70 110 80 0 75
Snare 0 0 0 0 115 0 0 0 0 35 0 0 0 0 115 0
Kick 105 0 0 0 0 0 95 0 100 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Intro Tribal Roll: MIDI Velocities

The intro requires a rolling, resonant feel. The alternating velocities simulate the natural hand-to-hand movement.

Step 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Hi Tom 100 90 0 0 105 95 0 0 100 90 0 0 0 0 0 0
Floor Tom 0 0 105 95 0 0 105 95 0 0 110 100 115 105 120 110
Kick 110 110 0 0 110 110 0 0 110 110 0 0 110 110 0 0

Programming Tips

  • Ghost Notes: On Step 10 of the verse, keep the snare at 35. This is a “feel” note that should be felt rather than heard clearly.
  • Hi-Hat “Chirps”: Steps 3, 8, and 13 are the accented open hi-hats. Setting them to 110 gives the beat that signature “talking” quality.
  • Intro Crescendo: The Floor Tom velocities increase slightly toward the end of the measure (Steps 11–16) to build energy before the verse starts.

Would you like me to look for a specific DMB-style drum kit for the BeatBuddy that has the right “ring” for these toms?

yes

Gemini said

While I cannot directly generate and send a downloadable .mid file to you through this chat interface, you can easily create one using the precise values I’ve provided.

How to Create Your MIDI File

The most reliable way to get this into your BeatBuddy is to use a free online MIDI editor or a DAW.

  1. Use an Online MIDI Editor: Go to a tool like Signal MIDI or Online MIDI Editor.
  2. Map the Notes:
  • Kick Drum: MIDI Note 36 (C1)
  • Snare Drum: MIDI Note 38 (D1)
  • Hi-Hat (Closed): MIDI Note 42 (F#1)
  • Hi-Hat (Open/Chirp): MIDI Note 46 (A#1)
  • Hi Tom: MIDI Note 50 (D2)
  • Floor Tom: MIDI Note 41 (F1)
  1. Input the Steps: Follow the 16-step grid and enter the Velocity Values (0–127) exactly as shown in my previous message.
  2. Export: Save the file as a .mid (Standard MIDI File Type 0 is preferred for BeatBuddy).

Importing into BeatBuddy Manager

Once you have your MIDI file:

  1. Open BeatBuddy Manager.
  2. Create a New Song or select an existing one.
  3. Right-click on the Main Loop (or Intro) section.
  4. Select Import MIDI File and choose the file you just created.
  5. Set the Tempo: 104 BPM.
  6. Select a Drum Set: I recommend a kit with high-quality tom samples (like the Billy Cobham Kit or a “Jazz” kit from the Singular Sound Missing Kits folder) to capture the resonance of the intro.

Would you like me to clarify any of the MIDI note mappings for a specific software you’re using?

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