Slightly detune the piano to mimic the pitch variations found in old vinyl samples. 3. Drum Programming
Use a punchy, mid-range snare. Layering can add fullness, but keep it from sounding too clean—a bit of "muddiness" helps the aesthetic. boom_bap_type_beat_piano_instru_rap_old_school_...
For maximum authenticity, find a drum break from a 1970s record and chop the individual hits (kick, snare, hat) to program your own pattern. 4. Bassline and Textures Slightly detune the piano to mimic the pitch