How to Make Afro Soul R&B Beats with Guitars Using Afroplug

Introduction

Afro Soul R&B is all about emotion, groove, and authenticity. It’s the meeting point between the warmth of Soul, the smoothness of RnB, and the rhythmic roots of Afro music. Think of the lush guitars in Daniel Caesar, the raw intimacy of H.E.R., or the dreamy Afro fusion of Tems and Wizkid.

In this article, we’ll explore how to create Afro Soul R&B beats with guitars, using the Soul Food Sample Pack and the Afrowave Plugin by Afroplug.

Why Afro Soul R&B with Guitars?

The guitar has always been central to this sound. From H.E.R. – Best Part to Daniel Caesar – Get You, the guitar carries emotion and intimacy. In Afro fusion, listen to Wizkid’s Essence with Tems, or Burna Boy’s real instruments blended with Afrobeat drums—the guitar adds warmth and depth, making the music timeless.

By combining live-feel guitar loops with Afro-inspired chords and grooves, you get a sound that connects to tradition while staying fresh and modern.

Tools You’ll Need

• Soul Food Pack (Afroplug): packed with hundreds of loops, one-shots, and textures for Afro Soul & RnB.
• Afrowave Plugin (Afroplug): presets for lush pads, soulful keys, and Afro-inspired plucks.
• Your DAW: FL Studio, Ableton, Logic Pro, or any workstation you prefer.
• Optional: a MIDI keyboard or live guitar for more expressiveness.

Step-by-Step: Making an Afro Soul R&B Beat

1. Start with the Groove

Select a drum loop from the Soul Food Pack. Afro Soul grooves are smooth but percussive, often with soft kicks, rimshots, and shakers. For inspiration, think about the laid-back bounce in Lucky Daye or Summer Walker tracks.

2. Add the Guitars

This is the heart of the sound. Pick a guitar loop—let it guide the vibe. You can chop, pitch, or layer to make it unique. Think of the intimacy of H.E.R. on stage with her guitar, or the warm riffs on Wizkid’s Made in Lagos album.

3. Build the Harmony

Open the Afrowave Plugin and layer pads or keys under the guitar. Go for chords that feel lush and emotional, like you’d hear on D’Angelo’s Voodoo, or in Tems’ soulful melodies. This creates the harmonic bed for your track.

4. Bass & Low End

Keep it deep and subtle. Afro Soul basslines don’t overpower—they support. Listen to Giveon’s deep RnB sound or the steady grooves in Burna Boy’s Afro fusion to understand how to balance low end with warmth.

5. Add Layers & Atmosphere

Use vocal chops, percussive textures, or ambient sounds from the Soul Food Pack. These details give modern polish, similar to the textures in SZA’s CTRL or Amaarae’s unique Afro fusion.

6. Arrange & Mix

Arrange your track with dynamics in mind—intro, verse, hook, bridge. Keep space for vocals, automate reverb or filters for movement. The goal: a track that feels alive, emotional, and ready for an artist.

Final Thoughts

With the Soul Food Pack and Afrowave Plugin, making Afro Soul R&B beats with guitars becomes intuitive. These tools capture the spirit of artists like Tems, Daniel Caesar, H.E.R., Wizkid, Burna Boy, and SZA, while giving you the flexibility to create your own unique sound.

👉🏾 Download Afroplug packs and plugins today and start building soulful, authentic music that connects tradition with innovation.