Travis Scott is one of the best when it comes to defining his sound with iconic and instantly recognizable beats.
So, if you’re setting out to make a Travis Scott type beat you’ll need a selection of iconic royalty-free samples.
Travis Scott beats are known for a few things—plucky and emotional guitars, creepy synth pads and beat switches mid-way through a track.
And of course, you’ll need a healthy selection of trap-influenced drum samples.
That’s why we’ve put together a shortlist of sample packs that specifically focus on sounds inspired by Travis Scott.
Here’s the 10 best sample packs for making Travis Scott type beats.
There’s not much to say here, I’ll let the name and pack art do the talking.
ASTRO is directly inspired by Travis Scott’s biggest album ASTROWORLD.
I’ll let the name and pack art do the talking.
If you’re ready to go sicko mode in the studio and make a Travis Scott type beat start here.
Our favorite sample from the pack: SY Record DRY (Beat 1 – Intro A)
In 2017 Travis Scott collaborated with Quavo to make Huncho Jack, Jack Huncho.
This sample pack riffs on the beats both artists rapped over.
It’s another top tier starting point if you want to make a Travis Scott type beat.
Our favorite sample from the pack: HU1_3_144bpm_Chords Synth High
Chilled Out Trap is a construction kit sample pack that’s full of Travis Scott inspired samples and loops.
Construction kit sample packs are super useful because the loops they come with easily stack together, making it simple to get started.
If you’re looking for a place to find inspiration for your Travis Scott beat, this sample pack is the fast track to getting your ideas on the table.
Our favorite sample from the pack: G Travis_Bass
Myind Wavs is an exclusive sample pack from Tha Myind you’ll only find on LANDR Samples.
Myind Wavs is an exclusive sample pack from Tha Myind.
It’s full of pristinely written samples and loops that evoke the sounds of many trap artists including Travis Scott.
This is a great place to look if you want a Travis Scott type beat that doesn’t sound like everyone else’s Travis Scott type beat.
Our favorite sample from the pack: Slight_Change_keyBmin_121bpm
Syrup 2 comes from Apex Audio and exclusive sample pack label that only releases on LANDR Samples.
Syrup 2 is a trap heavy sample pack that’s inspired Atlanta and Houston trap producers.
It’s full of great starting points for writing a type beat that any rapper will drool over.
Our favorite sample from the pack: AAS2_trap_melody_loop_effected_160_Bmin_behind
How to Build a Pyramid from Toronto based producer 4th Pyramid is a portfolio of hip hop and trap-inspired samples that are sure to get your creative juices flowing.
4th Pyramid is an accomplished producer having signed to El-P’s label Definitive Jux and touring as Jazz Cartier’s live DJ.
4th Pyramid is an accomplished producer having signed to El-P’s label Definitive Jux.
His exclusive to LANDR sample pack is a reflection of his time spent listening to and working with high profile talent from the trap scene.
Our favorite sample from the pack: 4thPyramid-TheMission-MelodyLoop-keyDMin-100BPM
Black Out focuses on the emo side of modern trap production.
This exclusive sample pack features tons of creeping pads, melancholy guitars and emotive keys.
It’s perfect for finding that somber and foreboding sound Travis Scott beats are known for.
Our favorite sample from the pack: JSB_Sinner_Drum_Loop_120BPM_Bm
Metro Boomin is probably the most famous producer to emerge in recent years with the explosion of Atlanta trap into the mainstream.
Metro Bang is directly inspired by Metro Boomin’s distinctive sound. It makes use of subby pads, crushing trap-hats, plucky strings and shimmering synths.
It’s exactly the kind of sample pack you need if you want to re-create a Travis Scott and Metro Boomin collaboration.
Our favorite sample from the pack: MB_Kit_05_Strings_062_Dm
Project BABY is another sample pack to keep an eye on if you’re looking to write a Travis Scott type beat.
The sample pack focuses exclusively on all the sounds that are popular with major artists right now.
Definitely give this sample pack a once over before writing your next type beat.
Our favorite sample from the pack: PB 04 Synths2 076bpm Fm
Last but certainly not least is New Supply Trap—a trap-laden sample pack from Highline Audio.
The pack mainly focuses on melody and drum loops that can be easily stacked and combined since they’re curated as a construction kit.
Don’t skip this sample pack if you’re looking to add a tasty melody to your Travis Scott type beat.
Our favorite sample from the pack: NewSupplyTrap1_Astro_160BPM_D#min_Piano