Production
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4 free KONTAKT libraries to lend your trap beats a unique, moody vibe
808s and trap hats are a given – but how about textural drones, evolving pads, and baritone ukuleles?…
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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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This haunting sketch from Kara-Lis Coverdale is based on a custom pipe-organ KONTAKT patch
Mangled samples twist around homespun organ drones in the Montreal-based composer's spiraling ambient piece.
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On Fiebre, tropical futurists Dengue Dengue Dengue layer animal-hoof shakers with POLYPLEX, RAUM, and REPLIKA
We spoke to the Peruvian duo about combining traditional sounds with modern methods for their latest EP.
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Download a shape-shifting, retro MASSIVE X patch from composer Joseph Trapanese
This free patch goes from ‘80s FM leads to warbling string-synth pads with a flick of the mod wheel.
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Behind the scenes of GUITAR RIG 6’s Intelligent Circuit Modeling
Find out how this pioneering tech uses neural networks and algorithms to make guitar amps sing.
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Watch 13 artists explore the sounds of KOMPLETE 13
We asked some of our favorite artists and creators to dive into our flagship production suite and play through the…
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Download an evolving, BPM-synced lead patch for MASSIVE X, courtesy of The Glitch Mob’s Edward Ma
The Glitch Mob producer offers up an ever-evolving, staccato lead sound for MASSIVE X – for free.
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Max Tundra picks 5 free KONTAKT instruments that are perfect for pop production
The cerebral multi-instrumentalist and producer shares his top pop picks.
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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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Real Talk: Amanda Jones shares tips for breaking into the scoring business
The Emmy-nominated composer and guitarist shares her top tips for breaking into – and succeeding in – the scoring business.