TX81Z Latley Bass Reimagined | Multi-Sample | Digital Download

The TX81Z's C15 'Lately Bass' preset didn't achieve legendary status by accident—it earned its place through usage in some of the most important tracks in UK electronic music history. From Orbital's breakthrough 'Chime' that introduced countless listeners to the possibilities of electronic music, to Gat Decor's 'Passion' which became an anthem of the underground rave scene, this sound provided the foundation for tracks that defined an era.

Our recreation has been developed in consultation with original rave generation producers who used the TX81Z during the late 80s and early 90s, ensuring that every aspect of the original's character has been preserved. The result is more than just a sample pack—it's a faithful homage to one of electronic music's most important bass sounds, delivered with the precision and enhancement that contemporary production demands.

This collection represents the meeting point between authentic hardware heritage and contemporary production excellence. Each format has been meticulously crafted to provide seamless integration with modern DAWs whilst maintaining the essential character that made the original TX81Z so sought after. The comprehensive macro control system gives you immediate access to the parameters that matter most in contemporary production, from precise filtering and saturation to spatial enhancement and rhythmic modulation.

Beyond its technical excellence, investing in this collection connects you to a vital piece of UK electronic music heritage. The TX81Z C15 'Lately Bass' sound represents a time when electronic music was raw, innovative, and culturally significant—qualities that remain essential to authentic dance music production today. Customers can choose from multiple format options including Serum 2, SoundFont, and Ableton Rack to ensure perfect integration with their specific production environment, with each format maintaining the essential character and premium quality whilst being optimised for its respective platform.

CHOOSE YOUR FORMAT:

The authentic Yamaha TX81Z C15 Lately Bass experience is available in multiple professionally crafted versions. Select the format that best matches your production workflow:

OPTION 1: Serum 2
WHAT'S INCLUDED:

• 1 meticulously crafted Serum Pack with authentic TX81Z character
• Built from 588 high-quality samples across 12 velocity layers (49 notes × 12 velocities)
• 8 macro controls: Low Cut, Compression, Dimension Expander, DJ Filter, Tube/Sine Saturation, Mono Sub, Delay, Feedback
• Advanced modulation routing optimised for Serum's wavetable synthesis engine
• Authentic FM character enhanced with Serum's advanced filtering and effects
• 40 Loops (MIDI and .wav Files) - Classic UK house bass sequences and progressions

OPTION 2: Ableton Rack
WHAT'S INCLUDED:

• 1 custom Ableton Live Instrument Rack (.alp formatt
• 588 high-quality samples across 12 velocity layers (49 notes × 12 velocities)
• Integrated macro controls mapped to Live's interface
• Optimised for Live's Session and Arrangement workflows
• 40 Loops (MIDI and .wav Files) - Classic UK house bass sequences and progressions

OPTION 3: SoundFont
WHAT'S INCLUDED:

• 588 high-quality samples across 12 velocity layers (49 notes × 12 velocities)
• Multi-sample mapping for authentic dynamic response covering C1 to C5
• Compatible with all major SoundFont players and samplers
• Cross-platform compatibility for maximum workflow flexibility

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:

Serum 2: Xfer Serum 2 (v2.0 or later)
SoundFont: Any SoundFont-compatible sampler or DAW
Ableton Rack: Ableton Live 12 Suite or Standard (minimum)
Universal: Windows 10+ or macOS High Sierra+ (Intel) / Big Sur+ (Apple Silicon)
Universal: 4GB RAM minimum (8GB recommended for optimal performance)

COMPATIBILITY:
Each format is specifically optimised for its respective platform and will integrate seamlessly with your chosen production environment. All formats maintain identical sonic character whilst providing platform-specific enhancements and workflow optimisation.

AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS:

• 24-bit/48kHz source sampling resolution from original TX81Z hardware
• Format-specific optimisation and organisational structure
• Identical authentic FM synthesis character across all format options
• Professional mastering standards maintained throughout

LICENSING:

• Royalty-free for commercial releases and sync placement
• Instant download delivery via secure portal access
• Choose your preferred format during checkout process
• Full track placement and synchronisation rights included
• Multi-format licensing available for professional studios

FILE SIZE:

• Serum 2: ~375MB (SerumPack format+midi loops+wav loops)
• Ableton Rack: ~1.1GB (.alp file+midi loops+wav loops)
• SoundFont: ~328MB (588 individual WAV samples + SFZ mapping file)