Tips and tricks
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How corto.alto uses Komplete to blend jazz musicianship with beat-making precision
corto.alto breaks down how he uses Komplete to blend live jazz musicianship with fast, instinct-driven beat-making on his new single…
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How to get a cohesive sound with mixing and mastering
Discover tips for using EQ, compression, reverb, and delay in mixing and mastering to create a mix that sounds consistent,…
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How to add definition to your tracks with effects
Learn how to improve track definition using simple techniques and audio effects available in the NI 360 Essentials subscription.
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How to make music: the beginner’s guide
Learning how to make music is easier than you think. This beginner's guide covers everything from understanding music theory and…
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Why Monark plays a central role in Broken Hill’s Detroit-influenced club tracks
Broken Hill breaks down how he used Monark to shape the bass line on "Brain Delay" – sharing tips on…
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How the Kontrol S88 keyboard helps Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith translate emotion into structure
Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith shares how the Kontrol S88 keyboard and Kontakt shaped the writing of GUSH, focusing on harmony, emotion,…
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How Sainte Vie uses Battery to shape rhythm across cultural sounds
Sainte Vie breaks down how he uses Battery to trim, tune, and shape rhythm across genres - keeping his drum…
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What is phonk music? A beginner’s guide and how to produce it
Learn what phonk music is, what defines its gritty sound, and follow this step-by-step guide on how to make phonk…
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Why Ainonow uses FM8 for percussion, noise, and everything that isn’t a lead
Ainonow shares how he uses FM8 for percussion and noise design on his latest release, with tips on transient control,…
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Will Clarke on turning Maschine+ into a live performance powerhouse
Will Clarke breaks down how Maschine+ powers his live show, bringing flexibility and feel to performances of his 'Midnight Mass'…
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Building tracks with generative ideas: how iorie uses Reaktor
iorie breaks down how he uses Reaktor to create generative ideas, process them into finished tracks, and keep his workflow…
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How Notre Dame uses Battery to shape drum-driven emotion in his tracks
Notre Dame breaks down how he used Battery to shape the emotional groove of "Do For Your Love" and shares…