Tips and tricks
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Must-know drum fills and how to program them with MIDI
What is a drum fill? Learn what they are and how to make MIDI drum fills in different genres like…
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Music production 101: How to start producing music
Learn how to start producing music and all about the basics of music production, including home setup, audio recording, sound…
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6 creative reverb effects you’ll wish you’d known sooner
Discover six creative reverb effects to transform your mixes. Learn how to create gated, ducked, and pitch-shifted reverb effects with…
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What is voice leading? How to create smooth, harmonic progressions
As a composer, you should know how to write compelling harmonies with good voice leading. Read here to find out…
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Working with sample packs: how to create dynamic tracks
Learn what samples are in music and discover how to use samples in your music, including sampled drums, sampled synths,…
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Best Maschine tutorials for beat making and performing in 2024
Learn about the best tutorials for beginners on how to use Maschine for free, along with Maschine video tutorials and…
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How to make a pro-sounding beat with Play Series instruments
Make beats the fun way with powerful Play Series instruments. Learn how to craft effective drums, chords, bass and more…
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What is a glue compressor plugin? How to use it to create a cohesive mix
Learn the benefits, techniques, and tips for integrating a glue compressor into your mixing process for a professional, balanced sound.
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Learn how to DJ: Explore these 6 beginner tips to get started
Learn how to DJ with the best tips for beginner DJs. This guide will teach you the basics of how…
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5 rock chord progressions to add energy to your songwriting
Do you need to inject some attitude into your songs? Add raw energy to your music with these five rock…
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5 ways to use iconic synth sounds in your music
Learn how to use iconic synth sounds in your music, including instructions on how to create bass lines, lead lines,…
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How to set cue points for better arrangements when DJing
Learn how to mix with DJ cue points during your sets to create smooth transitions, and how cue points are…