Think Break Tribute Pack - Free Drum & Bass Sample Pack [Free Download]

We are paying tribute to the timeless Think Break with this Free Drum & Bass Sample Pack that captures its essence.

When we talk about the foundation of Drum & Bass, classic breaks like the Think Break hold a special place in shaping the genre.

With its smooth, rolling groove and infectious rhythm, this break has been sampled, chopped, and re-imagined countless times in DnB tracks.

To celebrate the impact of the Think Break on Drum & Bass, we offered a free Think Break Tribute Pack for all our subscribers last month (August 2024).

This pack includes high-quality, re-engineered versions of the original break, alongside fortified versions that we’ve enhanced for modern production.

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KAN Think Break Tribute Pack 31 Samples Total (50MB) Download

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Listen to what's inside this Free Drum and Bass Sample Pack...

• 31 Drum Loop Samples in total (50MB)
  
  
• High-Quality 5 Original Think Break Samples sampled from the original vinyl: Carefully extracted and cleaned up to give you the authentic sound of the original break.
  
  
• Pitched up174BPM edits of each sample: Ready to use directly in your Drum & Bass projects as stand-alone Drumloops or as a powerful groove layer.
  
  
• Fortified Think Break Versions: We’ve taken the classic break and layered additional drum samples over it, enhanced the weight and punch, while keeping the groove intact.
  
  
• Enhancing and remastering the classic sound: Using state-of-the-art tools like Izotope’s RX-10, we’ve restored and polished these breaks to make them production-ready for today’s high production standards.
   

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What is the Think Break?

The Think Break comes from the track "Think (About It)" by Lyn Collins, released in 1972.

The breaks appear in multiple parts of the track, where drummer John "Jabo" Starks plays a funky 4-bar drum solos that became one of the most sampled breaks in music history - such as 1:21 in the video linked above.

The syncopated, laid-back rhythm has found its way into genres like hip-hop, jungle, and, most notably, Drum & Bass.

In the world of Drum & Bass, the Think Break is favoured for its smooth, rolling pattern.

Producers across sub-genres, particularly in Liquid Drum & Bass, have gravitated toward this break because of its ability to fit seamlessly into deep, atmospheric tracks.

Its natural swing makes it perfect for creating that fluid, driving rhythm that Liquid DnB is known for.

Why the Think Break Still Matters

As Drum & Bass evolves, the classics like the Think Break remain relevant.

The simple yet effective groove is still unmatched for creating that signature rolling DnB sound.

Producers today continue to draw on its rhythmic complexity and flexibility, using it in creative ways to fit modern production styles.

In genres like Liquid Drum & Bass, where the focus is on atmosphere, melody, and smooth transitions, the Think Break is a go-to tool.

Its laid-back vibe contrasts perfectly with deep basslines and lush chord progressions, creating a sense of movement and groove without overpowering the mix.

We Are Making More Free DNB Sample Packs

If you loved this Think Break Tribute Pack, stay tuned!

After the overwhelming positive response to this pack, we’re preparing more tribute packs for the most iconic breaks in Drum & Bass.

They will be published at our Free Drum & Bass Sample Packs page here.

Keep an eye on your inbox for those free downloads coming soon!

Enjoy your free Think Break Tribute Pack and keep pushing the boundaries of your sound!

Happy producing,
The KAN Samples Team

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