1998 Beat Tape
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DJ Spinna’s 1998 Beat Tape is a raw, instrumental collection that captures the essence of New York’s underground hip-hop scene at the tail end of the golden era. Originally crafted on the SP-1200 and Akai sampler setup before Spinna transitioned to the MPC 3000, these beats were made in a pivotal period of his creative evolution. The tape showcases dusty drum loops, jazz-inflected samples, and warm, analog textures that reflect the soulful grit of late-’90s Brooklyn production.
Long thought lost, the beats were rediscovered from old floppy disks and DAT tapes and later released in their original form. With tracks like “Art Of Facts,” “Floating Unlimited,” and “World Change,” the tape serves both as a time capsule and a masterclass in stripped-down, loop-based beatmaking. 1998 Beat Tape followed DJ Spinna’s earlier archival releases from 1996 and 1997, rounding out a trilogy that honors the roots of his sound. It’s a vital document for fans of instrumental hip-hop and sample-driven production.
Note – sleeve damage where the record has cut throgh a small part of the jacket during importing.
$55.00 AUD
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