Purpose of Breaks

[rdej47]

Hey everyone this is a noob question but what is the purpose of breaks that only last for seconds or even longer breaks? Can they be utilized in transitions?

[djhipnotikk]

most definitely. any kind of break in the bass allows for a transition to take place. if the bass cuts for even 2 beats, it's enough time to cut it and bring in a new kick drum or bassline.

[rdej47]

i'm referring to breaks that sites like beatport have, whats their purpose if they are completely different rhythms and beats.

[Nephew]

Talking about breaks, as in break beats the genre?

[djalexlaine]

breaks are often used to build energy, or to just break the track up a bit. make sure you dont mix in a break down. that is very important.

[quirkysilva]

Nothing more fun than a break and then some phattttt basss s s ssss!

[djalexlaine]

ooh
its a genre, characterized by the breakbeat. google it.

[mpetersen3]

breaks are often used to build energy, or to just break the track up a bit. make sure you dont mix in a break down. that is very important.

This wording is a bit confusing, I think you meant, don't mix 'during' a breakdown, but mixing from the build of one track -> breakdown of another can sound really good and is a pretty common thing, just clarifying for anyone out there, (who is learning) because I was confused and thought you meant the latter.

[djhipnotikk]

yeah.."breakbeats" and "breaks" should be clearly separated :P i think i know what you're talking about, and i feel that they're either A. build energy or B. spice up the rhythm by adding something new

[BentoSan]

i'm referring to breaks that sites like beatport have, whats their purpose if they are completely different rhythms and beats.

They are for producers to help them produce tracks- though you could use use as a dj too. A producer will usually take a break and cut it up in a slicer, then rearange the parts and layer other breaks with the same sort of techniques to create new material to use in making tracks.