Layer a sharp snare or clap on the 2nd and 4th beats. Trim the samples to remove any delay or "click" at the start for maximum impact.
Use a solid, short kick. Keep the pattern simple—usually a four-on-the-floor beat—to ground the track. How to make makhadzi beat limpopo style
Use VSTs like Purity (Sine Wave or String 6 presets) to create soaring, atmospheric backgrounds. Keep the strings flowing to help the beat "glue" together. Layer a sharp snare or clap on the 2nd and 4th beats