In this jumpstyle tutorial, you’ll learn how to make a professional jumpstyle kick in FL Studio using just a few well-chosen samples. If you already have some jumpstyle or tekstyle kick samples lying around, you’re ready to start crafting your own unique sound.
Jumpstyle kicks vs. hardstyle kicks
Jumpstyle and hardstyle kicks share some characteristics, but to get your drums sounding full and punchy, you need to follow the right steps. This is laid out clearly in my guide: The 10 Best Hardstyle Kick Tricks Ever (self-affiliated).
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How to make a jumpstyle kick in FL Studio
In the video tutorial, I use three kick samples. Each one acts as a layer with a specific purpose to shape the jumpstyle kick. Here’s how I structure the layers:
- Layer 1: Sub bass & body
This layer forms the low-end foundation. Use EQ to remove high frequencies, which makes room for the other layers. Download fully optimized sub basses here. - Layer 2: Character & distortion
This is where the gritty, distorted mid-range lives. Cut the lows to prevent clashing with the sub layer. Download a raw distorted kick FLP here. - Layer 3: Snappy punch / attack
A short, high-frequency transient adds clarity and sharpness. This layer makes your kick cut through the mix.
These three layers, when combined correctly, create a balanced and powerful jumpstyle or tekstyle kick. For a deeper dive into this method, check out my post: How to Make a Hardstyle Kick Layering with Samples.
Send the jumpstyle kick layers to the mixer
Once your samples are selected, send each one to a separate mixer track in FL Studio. This gives you full control over EQ, distortion, and dynamics on each individual layer.
Group your kick layers for final processing
After shaping each layer, route them all to a single group bus or mixer insert. This lets you apply final EQ and limiting to glue the layers into one cohesive kick.
With just three layers and a few processing tools, you’ll have a solid, ready-to-use jumpstyle kick in no time.
Next up: Learn how to arrange and use your new kick in a full track. Don’t miss the next post: How to Make Jumpstyle in FL Studio.
Jumpstyle kick punchline – pun(ch) fully intended
Creating a clean, punchy jumpstyle kick doesn’t require a huge sample library or complex plugins. With just a few well-chosen layers, basic EQ, and distortion, you can build a professional kick from scratch right inside FL Studio, or any other DAW for that matter.
Kick like a pro
If you’re serious about building professional-quality kicks, check out my guide: The 10 Best Hardstyle Kick Tricks Ever (self-affiliated). It’s a short, action-packed eBook filled with highly effective techniques.
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Plugins used in this jumpstyle tutorial
Here are the only stock FL Studio plugins used to create the jumpstyle kick:
- Fruity Parametric EQ 2
- Fruity Waveshaper