WaivOps EDM-TR9: Open Audio Resources for Machine Learning in Music

EDM-TR9 Dataset

EDM-TR9 is an open audio dataset composed of a series of drum recordings in the style of electronic dance music (EDM). This dataset primarily focuses on the distinctive sounds and rhythm patterns of the Roland TR-909 drum machine within the subgenres of dance, house and techno music. The dataset contains 3780 audio loops recorded in uncompressed stereo WAV format, produced with custom drum samples and MIDI-programmed rhythms at various tempo rates.

Dataset

The primary objective of this dataset is to provide accessible content for machine learning applications in music and audio research. Some potential use cases for this dataset include tempo detection and classification, drum rhythm analysis, audio-to-MIDI conversion, source separation, automated mixing, music information retrieval, AI music generation, sound design and signal processing.

Specifications

3780 audio loops (approximately 8 hours)

24-bit WAV format

BPM labeled

Tempo range: 120–140bpm

Variational drum patterns

EDM drum rhythms

License

This dataset was compiled by WaivOps, a crowdsourced music project managed by the sound label company Patchbanks. All recordings have been compiled by verified sources for copyright clearance.

The EDM-TR9 dataset is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0).

Additional Info

For audio examples or more information about this dataset, please refer to the GitHub repository.