# How to make a VonOff1700 type beat that hits like Chicago drill

A practical guide to making a VonOff1700 type beat: tempo, drums, dark samples, 808s and licensing, using Nemii's "No Smoke" Chicago drill instrumental as reference.

Source: https://mstraumatic.shop/how-to-make-9483e/ · based on the channel [Nemii](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxZqk_6owFy4f4unW6s5ItA) · Video: [(Hard) VonOff1700 Type Beat - “No Smoke” | Chicago Type Beat 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QzpPcttrnV4) · 2026-10-21

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## Key takeaways

- A VonOff1700 type beat sits in Chicago drill: roughly 130–150 BPM, half-time feel, triplet hi-hats and sliding 808s.
- Nemii's "No Smoke" is tagged as a hard Chicago drill type beat in the style of VonOff1700 and Bloodhound Q50.
- The instrumental is not a free beat: releases require a license, and an untagged high-quality version is sold separately.
- Track licensing starts at https://bsta.rs/Hxl2S2; the untagged purchase page is https://bsta.rs/fCVYYX with a buy-2-get-1-free offer.
- Custom and exclusive beats are commissioned through Instagram @im.nemii or beatbynemii@gmail.com.

A VonOff1700 type beat is a Chicago drill instrumental built for aggressive, front-line rapping: a half-time drum pattern around 130–150 BPM, sliding 808s, clipped triplet hi-hats and a dark melodic loop on top. Producers make one by starting from a minor-key sample or piano riff, locking a drill drum kit to it, then leaving clear pockets for ad-libs and a switch-up. Nemii's "No Smoke" is a working example of that formula, and its license page is here: [license the "No Smoke" beat](https://bsta.rs/Hxl2S2).

## What defines the VonOff1700 type beat sound

The VonOff1700 type beat sound is Chicago drill with the polish stripped back and the low end pushed forward. VonOff1700's records sit close to the Bloodhound Q50 and Screwly G lane, so producers building in that style lean on the same toolkit: sparse minor-key melodies, heavy 808 glides and drums that leave room for shouted, front-line delivery.

Key ingredients that separate this from generic trap:

1. **Tempo and feel.** Most Chicago drill instrumentals land between 130 and 150 BPM with a half-time backbeat, so the rapper can ride double-time without the drums crowding the vocal.
2. **808 behaviour.** The bass slides between notes rather than holding one pitch; the glide is the hook as much as the melody is.
3. **Hi-hat detail.** Triplet rolls, open-hat accents and short stutters create motion while the kick and snare stay minimal.
4. **Melodic source.** Dark piano, detuned bells, choir pads or a filtered soul sample — often one idea repeated with small variations instead of a full chord progression.
5. **Space.** Drill beats breathe; the gaps between hits are where ad-libs and punchlines land.

Nemii's description frames "No Smoke" as a hard Chicago drill type beat in the style of VonOff1700 and Bloodhound Q50, which is exactly the target: aggressive, uncluttered, built for a rapper who opens with a threat and keeps going.

## How to build the beat step by step

Building a VonOff1700 type beat is a sequence of small decisions, and the order matters more than the plugins you own. Start with the melody, then tempo, then drums, then 808s, then arrangement.

1. **Pick the melodic idea.** Write or chop an 8-bar loop in a minor key. A two-chord or even one-chord loop is enough — drill rewards repetition. Filter it heavily so it sits behind the vocal.
2. **Set the tempo.** Try 140 BPM as a baseline and move in 2–4 BPM steps until the loop feels like it drags slightly; that drag is the drill feel.
3. **Program the drums.** Kick on the downbeats with one displaced kick per bar, snare or clap on the third beat for the half-time feel, then layer triplet hi-hats and open hats for movement.
4. **Write the 808 line.** Follow the root notes of the loop, then add slides into the next note. Leave at least one bar where the 808 drops out entirely so the return hits harder.
5. **Add texture.** Vinyl noise, a short vocal chop, gun-cock or breath samples used sparingly. Too many effects turn a drill beat into a sound-design demo.
6. **Arrange for a rapper.** Intro of 4–8 bars, a drop into the main loop, a break or switch-up around the 1:00 mark, and an outro that lets the artist ad-lib over drums only.

A common mistake is over-producing the melody. In this lane the beat is a stage, not the performance; if the loop is busy, the rapper's delivery loses its edge.

## Mixing and sound design choices that keep it hard

Mixing a Chicago drill type beat is mostly about protecting the vocal pocket. The 808 and kick should be the loudest elements, the melody should sit clearly below them, and the hi-hats should be bright but short so they never mask consonants.

Practical moves that matter:

- **Sidechain the melody to the kick** lightly, or automate a small volume dip on each kick hit, so the low end never fights the loop.
- **Tune the 808 to the key of the sample** and check the glide points; an out-of-key slide is the fastest way to make a drill beat sound amateur.
- **Keep the snare dry and centred.** Reverb on the main snare smears the half-time pulse.
- **High-pass the melodic loop** around 150–200 Hz so it does not collide with the 808.
- **Leave the master dynamic.** Loud, clipped mixes lose the punch that makes hard Chicago drill beats translate on phone speakers.

If you are referencing "No Smoke", listen for how much empty space sits between the main hits — that restraint is a production decision, not a missing element.

## Using a type beat legally and what the license covers

A type beat is an instrumental made in the style of a specific artist, and using one for a release requires a license even when the beat is advertised as free to listen to. Nemii states directly that "No Smoke" is not a free beat to rap on and that a license is needed to publish on digital platforms.

What that means in practice:

- **Leasing** typically grants distribution rights up to a streaming or sales cap, with the producer retaining the copyright.
- **Exclusive purchase** transfers broader rights and removes the beat from the public catalog; pricing is negotiated directly.
- **Untagged files** are the release-ready versions without the producer tag voice-over; the tagged version is for demos and writing.
- **Credit** to the producer is normally required in the title or description of the release.

For "No Smoke", licensing starts at https://bsta.rs/Hxl2S2, and the high-quality untagged file is sold at https://bsta.rs/fCVYYX with a buy-two-get-one-free offer. Custom and exclusive work goes through Instagram @im.nemii or beatbynemii@gmail.com — and the producer explicitly asks that no loops be sent to that address.

## Common questions from artists picking a drill beat

The questions artists actually ask about drill type beats are less about plugins and more about whether the beat fits their voice, whether they can release it, and how to write to it. Comments under hard Chicago drill instrumentals tend to split into two groups: writers testing punchlines over the beat, and artists asking whether their own sound matches the lane.

A few practical answers:

1. **Does my voice fit?** Drill rewards a flat, forward delivery. If you rap in a melodic, sung style, a dark Chicago drill type beat will fight you; a Chicago trap or sample-based beat will sit better.
2. **Can I freestyle on the tagged version?** Yes — tagged files are fine for practice, videos and writing sessions, but not for distribution.
3. **How long should a drill verse be?** Sixteen bars over the main loop, with the switch-up or drop reserved for the second half, keeps the energy from flattening.
4. **Should I write to the 808 or the melody?** Write to the drums first to lock the pocket, then use the 808 slides as places to land punchlines.

If you are unsure, record a 30-second reference over the beat before committing to a full session; it is cheaper than licensing a beat that does not suit your register.

## Useful links

- License "No Smoke" (VonOff1700 type beat): https://bsta.rs/Hxl2S2
- Buy the high-quality untagged version (buy 2 get 1 free): https://bsta.rs/fCVYYX
- Nemii on Instagram for custom beats and coupon codes: https://www.instagram.com/im.nemii/
- Full beat catalog: https://nemiiofficial.com
- Custom and exclusive requests by email: beatbynemii@gmail.com (no loops)

## Final take

A convincing VonOff1700 type beat comes down to restraint: one dark melodic idea, a half-time drill pattern near 140 BPM, sliding 808s and enough empty space for a rapper to stand in front. Nemii's "No Smoke" demonstrates that approach as a hard Chicago drill instrumental in the VonOff1700 and Bloodhound Q50 lane, and it is licensed rather than free for release. If you want to use it, start at https://bsta.rs/Hxl2S2 and pick the license that matches your distribution plans. This breakdown was prepared by the Nemii channel, which produced the beat referenced throughout.

## Questions & answers

**Is a VonOff1700 type beat free to release?**

No. Listening is free, but publishing a song on streaming platforms requires a license from the producer. Nemii states that "No Smoke" is not a free beat and that a license must be purchased before release; leasing and untagged options are listed on the producer's BeatStars pages.

**What tempo should a Chicago drill type beat be?**

Most Chicago drill instrumentals sit between roughly 130 and 150 BPM with a half-time backbeat. Around 140 BPM is a reliable starting point, then adjust by 2–4 BPM until the loop feels slightly dragged, which is the characteristic drill pocket.

**Can I freestyle over the tagged version of the beat?**

Yes, tagged files are intended for practice, writing sessions and non-commercial videos. The producer tag voice-over makes them unsuitable for distribution, so you need the untagged file plus a license before uploading a finished song.

**How do I get a custom beat in this style?**

Contact the producer directly through Instagram @im.nemii or by email at beatbynemii@gmail.com to discuss custom and exclusive work. Nemii asks that no loops be sent to the email address, so describe the sound and reference tracks instead.