Amir Said

Amir Said (Said) is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of BeatTips. A writer, publisher, and beatmaker/rapper from New York now living in Paris. Said is a co-founder of the publishing company Superchamp Books and the author of a number of books, including: ‘The BeatTips Manual,’ ‘The Art of Sampling,’ and ‘The Truth About New York.’ He is also a recording artist whose made a number of music projects, including his latest album 'The Best of Times.' Follow him on Twitter at: @amirsaid and @BeatTipsManual

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Tough Strings, Solid Drums, Jabbing Bass-Stabs, and Punch-You-in-the-Face Rhymes By AMIR SAID (SA'ID)…

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Prior to the Mix, Amplification is Key By AMIR SAID (SA'ID) When it comes to treating your sampled sounds…

Amir Said Mar 22, 2011 0

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Amir Said Mar 20, 2011 0

Beatmaking Pioneer Advises To Keep An Open Mind To New Gear By AMIR SAID (SA'ID) For most beatmakers,…

Amir Said Mar 19, 2011 0

Time Stretching Might Help with Timing, But Not Always Good for the Sound; Tempo Modification an…

Amir Said Mar 18, 2011 0

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Amir Said Mar 17, 2011 0

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Amir Said Mar 16, 2011 1

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When it Comes to Drum Customization, Continuity Remains Is Paramount By AMIR SAID (SA'ID) For Part the…