Sound design
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MSXII: Meet the sound designers behind LOFI GLOW, SOUL SESSIONS, and more
Founder Mike Simpson tells us why authenticity is key to mastering the art of sound curation.
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Mangle and mutate everyday sounds into something special with these 5 free KONTAKT instruments
Uncover the secrets to sample manipulation with these sound design–friendly freebies.
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The sound of now: Exploring the sonic trends of this year’s GRAMMYs
We take a closer look at the defining sounds of the past year – and how you can recreate them…
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Baauer’s world gets looped, warped and stretched on Planet’s Mad
The Grammy-nominated NYC producer on the making of his sophomore album, his sample addiction, and mashing organic and digital to…
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Don’t miss this versatile, free MASSIVE X preset from São Paulo’s Badsista
The fast-rising Brazilian producer and DJ invites real-time knob twiddling with her intuitively macro-mapped patch.
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Download these free REAKTOR picks from rising electronic producer Azu Tiwaline
Discover the free synths and sound generators behind her unique blend of musical genres and traditions.
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Sonic sculpting with ambient maestro Rafael Anton Irisarri
The New York composer dissects the processes, inspirations, and custom-built KONTAKT instruments behind his dark, textural soundscapes.
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Electro-experimentalist Gábor Lázár tests the limits of the free LazerBass synthesizer
Hear an exclusive single-synth sketch from the Hungarian producer, then learn how it was made.
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5 free ways to distort, delay, and generally degrade your sounds with REAKTOR
Get your lo-fi fix on an even lower budget with this month's User Library picks.
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Download an experimental MASSIVE X patch from composer Marius de Vries
The Grammy Award-winner shares an immersive sci-fi pad for MASSIVE X.
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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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Embrace retro-gaming nostalgia with these free chiptune libraries for KONTAKT
No need to insert coin – just four free ways to add vintage bleeps and bloops to your beats.