Native Instruments
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How to shape your beats with effects
Here's a quick guide to spicing up your sounds with some essential creative tools.
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How bass works
Discover bass music production tips that will improve your low end and give you a fuller sound.
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Behind the beats – top tips for producing drums
Learn the basic building blocks of hard-hitting percussion for any genre.
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Freshen up your sonic palette with these creative sound design tricks from Lophiile
Watch the LA producer run through some of his go-to techniques for making sounds his own – from synthesis to effects…
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Download a free MASSIVE X patch from dance-floor experimentalist AYA
The Manchester producer shares an unstable-yet-user-friendly mutating lead patch for MASSIVE X.
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These Orchestral Tools libraries are half price right now – watch them in action
Composer David Kudell walks us through the Symphonic Textures collection, applying its pro-grade instruments to an original composition.
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Watch Canblaster deconstruct his Wild Horses soundtrack – then remix it for a chance to win
The French producer breaks down his production process, featuring PRISM, KONTAKT, and KONTOUR.
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Songwriting basics
Not sure where to start when it comes to writing a song? Check out this handy guide.
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Music composing – an introduction
Ever wondered what it takes to be a composer? Check out our primer.
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How to create music – an introduction
Our back-to-basics guide will help you take your first steps in the world of music making.
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How to make a beat
Check out our beginner's guide to creating the backbone of any track.
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Shore up your sub bass with a free MASSIVE X patch from GRAMMY-winner Swagg R’Celious
The NYC-based producer proves that less can be more when it comes to seriously big bass sounds.