Interviews
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Meet the music producers shaping the sound of 2025
Step into the studios of 2025’s top producers – where beats are born, hits are crafted, and the sound of…
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JiLLi talks vocal clarity, emotional delivery, and how RX ties it all together
JiLLi shares how she uses iZotope RX to clean, shape, and process vocals with precision – while keeping the emotional…
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Making retro synth presets sound fresh: Hyunji-A shares her workflow
Producer Hyunji-A shares how she uses retro synths like Analog Dreams to create fresh, modern tracks while keeping nostalgic tones…
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How to make VST strings sound real: how Paradoks got authentic orchestration in C’est Toi
Paradoks shares how to make VST strings sound realistic using Kontakt, covering swells, EQ, compression, and articulation.
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How AMÉMÉ uses Maschine to make Afro-house drums that are shaping the future of the genre
Learn how Afro-house tastemaker and genre pioneer AMÉMÉ uses the Maschine to create laid-back and natural drums that stand out…
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How Helang uses EQ, panning, and Ozone Imager for stereo balance
Helang breaks down stereo width, Ozone Imager techniques, and how she shaped the spacious mixdowns on her 'Flashback' EP for…
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Meet Nick Williams, the CEO of Native Instruments
Meet Nick Williams, the lifelong musician and passionate fan now leading Native Instruments, iZotope, and Plugin Alliance. Discover his vision…
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AFFKT on resampling Kontakt: Real-time recording and mixing advice
Learn how AFFKT uses real-time recording and VST samplers like Kontakt to add human feel to digital production, plus tips…
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How to find your sound: Bluey Thomas on finding your vibe without breaking the bank
Learn how GRAMMY-nominated producer Bluey Thomas (Post Malone) found his signature sound using Kontakt libraries without overspending. Get his invaluable…
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How to use delay when making techno: AM.I shares her thoughts on Replika XT
Discover how AM.I. employs delay to add space, rhythm, and texture to her techno tracks, and learn techniques to keep…
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Why Massive is still everywhere: Lawrence Hart on its ongoing influence
Lawrence Hart on why Massive remains a go-to synth, its impact on modern production, and how it shaped his debut…
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Modulation-maxxing in Massive X: FRANCO BA breaks down how to make any patch come alive
FRANCO BA breaks down how to use modulation in Massive X to create evolving, futuristic synth sounds with LFOs, envelopes,…