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> the big difference is the rhythm pattern. Techno is square and on the grid, house feels like it has some swing and the beat is "skippier" with offbeats, antic
by davedx 8y ago
> the big difference is the rhythm pattern. Techno is square and on the grid, house feels like it has some swing and the beat is "skippier" with offbeats, anticipations, and sometimes triplets.
I think I could easily find a dozen examples from both genres that don't match your description... :)
BPM is the best indicator. Most house is slower, most techno is faster.
- lbotos 8y ago> BPM is the best indicator. Most house is slower, most techno is faster. I'd also add that techno can be traditionally "darker" and "heavier" whereas house is usually a little more "sensual" and "groovy". As always, counterpoints can be found, but these are general orientations :)
- neom 8y agoWith tropical house being on the rise, I find it really blurry if it's techno or house with the more pop-y stuff these days, especially the funky/disco vibes coming out of the Paris scene right now.