Kirk Franklin's 'All Things' Instrumental

Behind the Recreation

Jul 20, 2023 16:40

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My process for recreating this instrumental from the song "All Things" by Kirk Franklin.

At first listen, Kirk Franklin's "All Things" seems like a simple track. Technically and musically, it isn't complex, but achieving its polished sound required careful attention to production details and dynamics.

Starting with the Grid

As always, I began by setting up the grid in Pro Tools. This involved placing the original audio on a track, adjusting the tempo track, and aligning the start of the audio clip. Thanks to its constant tempo, this step was quick and straightforward.

Drums: The Foundation

I started with the drums, as I usually do for instrumental recreations. The song features an electronic drum kit with a sharp and firm kick drum, claps replacing the snare, and multiple hi-hats. I used 3 or 4 different hi-hat samples, adding rhythmic variation with the repeat function for certain sections. Once the drum groove was solid, I recorded the harmonic instruments: bass, piano, guitar, and synthesizers. Having the drum foundation helps interpret dynamics more musically.

The Dual Basses

What stands out in "All Things" is the presence of two basses: an electric bass and a synth bass. They serve distinct purposes. The electric bass provides depth and body, while the synth bass adds a modern, spatial layer. Balancing these two elements is critical so they complement rather than compete.

For the electric bass, I used Prime Bass by Native Instruments, a versatile instrument packed with articulations.

For the synth bass, I chose ANA2 by Sonic Academy, which offers precise control for that modern sound.

The Guitar's Subtle Role

The guitar is subtle and appears prominently only in specific sections. Where it wasn’t audible, I improvised to maintain the flow. To recreate the guitar, I used Electric Mint by Native Instruments, which delivers a clean, realistic tone.

Piano: The Soul of the Track

For the piano, I turned to Noire by Native Instruments. It’s one of my favorites because of its warm tone and detailed effects like pedal noise, hammer sounds, and resonances. After learning the chord progressions and rhythm, it was pure joy to play. Kirk Franklin's genius truly shines in his Gospel arrangements.

The Synth Brass

On first impression, it seemed like there were multiple synthesizers. However, after careful listening, I realized it’s primarily a Synth Brass with a short attack and subtle pitch bends for expression. This minimalist approach enhances the overall dynamics of the track.

Get the 'All Things' Multitrack

My recreations, including "All Things," are available on Loop Community. This platform features multitracks from producers worldwide, alongside originals from popular Christian artists. If you're interested, you can find this track here:

All Things

Kirk Franklin

Key: Bb   85 BPM   4/4
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Blog Author: Cristián R. Villagra

Online Musician. Music composer for animations and games, and music producer for singers. Also programmer and graphic generalist.

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