Music
whomp
What does whomp mean?
Shorthand for heavy bass music as a genre or vibe.
"Tonight's lineup is pure whomp, leave your eardrums at home."
Origin
An onomatopoeia for the wobbling sub-bass of dubstep, popularized in US bass-music culture (a key Bassnectar fanbase used 'whomp' heavily). Now general bass-scene slang.
Frequently asked questions
What does whomp mean in bass music?
It's the deep, wobbling, heavy low-end sound of dubstep and bass music, named for the noise it makes.
Is whomp a genre?
Loosely, yes — fans use it as shorthand for heavy bass music as a whole.
What's the difference between whomp and wub?
They're nearly the same; both imitate wobbling bass, with 'wub' more associated with classic dubstep.
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