{"id":45169,"date":"2023-07-26T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-07-26T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/?p=45169"},"modified":"2023-10-04T11:00:01","modified_gmt":"2023-10-04T18:00:01","slug":"how-to-sample-in-logic-pro-x","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/how-to-sample-in-logic-pro-x\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Sample In Logic Pro X (4 Tips To Get Started)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the music production world, sampling allows artists &amp; producers use to use existing audio to create original new sounds. In this article, we will explore how to sample in Logic Pro X. We will focus on taking a look at the unique tools and tricks that you can use when sampling in Logic to help ensure the smoothest possible workflow.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Is Sampling?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before we get into the specifics of how to sample in Logic Pro X, let&#8217;s define sampling. Sampling is a term used when artists use a portion of an existing audio recording within their own song. These recordings, commonly known as samples, come from existing songs or any other audio source to get re-mixed into new songs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sampling was first used in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/blog\/en\/a-brief-history-of-sampling\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">early 20th century<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> but began to explode in popularity with the rise of hip-hop in the 1970s &amp; 1980s. It started when early hip-hop artists began using turntables to loop and manipulate vinyl records to create unique beats. This gave them the ability to blend existing songs into original compositions, seemingly without boundaries.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fast forward to the modern day, and sampling has evolved into a fundamental aspect of modern music production. Sampling is used by a massive range of artists from different backgrounds and genres.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The beauty of sampling lies in its ability to blend the old and the new to create something exciting.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultimately, sampling bridges the past and present, allowing musicians to pay homage to their musical influences while forging their path forward with cutting-edge innovation.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/logic-drummer\/\">How To Use Logic Drummer To Create Realistic Sounding Drums (5 Tips)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where Do Samples Come From?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Samples can be sourced from various places. Some producers create their own samples by recording live instruments or vocals, while others explore <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/producelikeapro.com\/blog\/free-drum-samples-for-your-collection\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">libraries of pre-recorded samples<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> available online.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, many artists use sample packs. Sample packs are collections of professionally recorded and curated sounds that cater to specific music genres or themes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you plan on using samples, it&#8217;s important to be aware of any copyright laws that may apply. You should always be sure to get the proper permissions when using copyrighted material. You wouldn&#8217;t want someone illegally stealing and sampling your music, after all.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nowadays, numerous royalty-free sample packs are readily available, offering a nearly unlimited amount of options for you to experiment with guilt-free.<\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: black; color: white; padding: 35px;\">\n<div style=\"font-size: 20px;\"><strong>LOOKING FOR THAT PRO SOUND?<\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\n<p>Download our most popular resource: 6 Steps for Creating Radio Ready songs to learn the fundamentals of what goes into a professional mix from renowned Producer, Songwriter &amp; Mixer Warren Huart, who has worked on several Grammy-nominated albums!<\/p>\n<p><a style=\"color: #e66e29; font-size: 20px;\" href=\"https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/radio-ready\/\">DOWNLOAD NOW<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is Logic Pro X A Good DAW For Sampling?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Absolutely!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Logic Pro X makes sampling easy thanks to its user-friendly interface and wide range of built-in functionality.\u00a0 Logic Pro also offers a variety of unique tools that make working with samples easier than ever before.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The &#8220;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/en-us\/HT210972\"><b>Quick Sampler<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8221; tool, for example, allows you to easily load and edit samples, allowing for an uninterrupted workflow. Quick Sampler allows you to adjust the sample&#8217;s pitch, optimize settings, and play the samples using a MIDI or USB keyboard.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, the &#8220;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/support.apple.com\/guide\/logicpro\/alchemy-tutorial-introduction-lgsi9253871c\/mac\"><b>Alchemy<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8221; synth plugin allows you to adjust the pitch and key of samples further, making it easier to harmonize the sample with the project. This is especially useful if you are adding samples to your project after you have already established a specific sound.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, Logic Pro X famously has a deep and expansive library of virtual instruments (VSTs) and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/installing-plugins-in-logic-pro-x\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">logic pro plugins.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> These VSTs and plugins<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> allow producers to use free, built-in samples within their projects.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/how-to-track-stack-logic-pro-x\/\">How To Track Stack in Logic Pro X (&amp; Why It\u2019s Helpful)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How To Sample In Logic Pro X (4 Tips)<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">four tips<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to get you started on your sampling journey. These are tips and tricks that we have learned through trial and error, which should help streamline your process.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>#1) How To Import Samples To Logic Pro X<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First things first, you need to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/importing-audio-files-in-logic-pro-x\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">import your samples<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> into Logic Pro X. To do this, follow these simple steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45172 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X.jpg\" alt=\"How To Import Samples To Logic Pro X\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X-1080x540.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X-150x75.jpg 150w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X-80x40.jpg 80w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X-320x160.jpg 320w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X-770x385.jpg 770w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X-40x20.jpg 40w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X-160x80.jpg 160w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X-20x10.jpg 20w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X-640x320.jpg 640w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X-750x375.jpg 750w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X-18x9.jpg 18w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_How-To-Import-Samples-To-Logic-Pro-X-385x193.jpg 385w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Open<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Logic Pro X and create a new project or open an existing one.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then go to the <\/span><b>File drop-down menu<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, then select &#8220;<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Import,<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8221; and choose &#8220;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/audio-file-types-in-logic-pro-x\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Audio File<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly, browse your computer for the desired sample and click &#8220;<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8221; to <\/span><b>import <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">it into your project.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have imported your sample, you can place and adjust it the same as you would any other audio track.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>#2) Creating A Loop<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have found that sampling and looping often go hand and hand. A loop (or looping) is simply a repeating segment of audio. You can use loops as the backbone of your track or as a subtle layer in the background.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Logic Pro X, creating and organizing looped samples is easy whether you&#8217;re looping an entire song or just a section of your song<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s how to make a loop in Logic Pro X:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45173 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop.jpg\" alt=\"How To Sample In Logic Pro X: &quot;Creating A Loop&quot;\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop-1080x540.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop-150x75.jpg 150w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop-80x40.jpg 80w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop-320x160.jpg 320w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop-770x385.jpg 770w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop-40x20.jpg 40w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop-160x80.jpg 160w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop-20x10.jpg 20w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop-640x320.jpg 640w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop-750x375.jpg 750w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop-18x9.jpg 18w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Creating-A-Loop-385x193.jpg 385w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Highlight the section of the sample you want to loop.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, press the <\/span><b>&#8220;L&#8221; <\/b>key<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on your keyboard or go to the Edit menu and select &#8220;<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add Region to Loop Library<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&#8221;<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">From here, you can adjust the duration of your sampled loop. You can allow the loop to play continuously throughout the entire song, or you could shorten it and use it in selected spots to add some excitement to your song.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s as easy as that! How you choose to use your loop samples from there is completely up to you!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>#3) Utilize Alchemy To Match Pitch &amp; Key<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you&#8217;re working with samples, you might have trouble matching the pitch and key of your sample to fit your track harmonically. Luckily, we&#8217;ve found that Logic Pro X&#8217;s native Alchemy sample manipulation synth offers a quick &amp; easy solution.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45174 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy.jpg\" alt=\"How To Sample In Logic Pro X: &quot;Utilize Alchemy&quot;\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy-1080x540.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy-150x75.jpg 150w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy-80x40.jpg 80w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy-320x160.jpg 320w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy-770x385.jpg 770w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy-40x20.jpg 40w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy-160x80.jpg 160w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy-20x10.jpg 20w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy-640x320.jpg 640w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy-750x375.jpg 750w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy-18x9.jpg 18w, https:\/\/promixacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/How-To-Sample-In-Logic-Pro-X_-_Utilize-Alchemy-385x193.jpg 385w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><strong>To open Alchemy<\/strong> in Logic Pro X, simply create a new Software Instrument Track. Then click on the <em>Instrument slot<\/em>, and select &#8220;<em>Alchemy<\/em>&#8221; from the pop-up menu.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Drag<\/strong> your sample into Alchemy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, <strong>click<\/strong> on the &#8220;<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pitch<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8221; button and set it to &#8220;<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow.<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alchemy will <strong>automatically adjust<\/strong> your sample&#8217;s pitch to match your project&#8217;s key.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>We love using Alchemy&#8217;s powerful sample manipulation features. It allows you to seamlessly integrate any sample into your project. 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You can also record new samples using connected hardware like a microphone, synth, or drum machine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When adding a sample, you can <strong>choose<\/strong> &#8220;<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Optimized<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8221; for automatic tuning, loudness, length, and loop points adjustments, or &#8220;<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Original<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8221; to preserve the sample&#8217;s original settings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Finally, to listen to your sample<\/strong>, use musical typing or connect a USB\/MIDI keyboard. The sample maps to keys above and below the defined root key, typically set to C3. Lower keys play the sample at a lower pitch and slower speed. 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