Tips and tricks
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Granular synthesis: a beginner’s guide
Granular synthesis is a form of synthesis based on a process called granulation and has numerous uses in modern audio…
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What is trance music? How to make an uplifting trance track
Discover the euphoric, driving sounds of trance music. From finding the right trance BPM to crafting the synths and arranging…
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How to make a drill beat with haunting, dark undertones
Learn how to make a drill beat step-by-step, from selecting the right sounds and tools to arranging your track like…
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What is looping in music? How to use loops in music production
Learn about loops in music and how they can be used to create dynamic tracks. We’ll answer the question what…
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What is reggaeton? How to make reggaeton beats that move you
Discover the rhythms and beats of reggaeton music with our comprehensive guide on how to create it. Learn about the…
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What are polyrhythms? How to use them in your music
Learn how to add complexity and groove to your music by understanding polyrhythms. Explore what polyrhythms are, how they work,…
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What is timbre in music? Tone, texture, and harmony explained
Learn what timbre is in music, how it works, and why it's important. From the gritty sound of an electric…
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How to start mixing with free plugins
Start improving the sound of your music with free mixing plugins. From widening your sound to creating lo-fi effects, this…
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Learn how to master a song with ‘Are You Listening?’ Season 6
iZotope's free mixing and mastering video series is back featuring professional mastering engineer Jonathan Wyner. Learn what mistakes to avoid…
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What is shoegaze? 4 ways to get a dreamy sound
Discover the dreamy sounds of shoegaze music. Learn about the history of shoegaze, its distinct style of distorted guitars and…
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25 songwriting tips from the pros to get you motivated
Discover essential songwriting tips from songwriting pros, from brainstorming ideas to refining your lyrics and arrangements. With these techniques, you…
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What is subtractive synthesis?
Discover what subtractive synthesis is, from its history and how it works to its critical role in modern music production.