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How HWIN makes MIDI feel human with Kontakt and real-time expression
HWIN breaks down how he makes MIDI feel human using Kontakt, real-time expression, and performance-driven techniques – plus his new…
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Why BIIANCO ditched the laptop and built their live set around Maschine+
BIIANCO breaks down how they use Maschine+ to sequence acid bass, sync modular gear, and build a DAWless live setup…
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5 ways to instantly generate your next song idea in Komplete
Need a new song idea? Explore five fast methods within Native Instruments Komplete. Learn about Kontakt tools, Guitar Rig 7…
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5 free must-have Kontakt libraries for pop music
Discover five free Kontakt libraries that will inject fresh inspiration into your music production. From lush pads to punchy drums,…
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Meet the music producers shaping the sound of 2025
Step into the studios of 2025’s top producers – where beats are born, hits are crafted, and the sound of…
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JiLLi talks vocal clarity, emotional delivery, and how RX ties it all together
JiLLi shares how she uses iZotope RX to clean, shape, and process vocals with precision – while keeping the emotional…
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Welcome to Summer of Sound: save big on instruments, sounds, and hardware
Summer of Sound is here with some of the best deals of the year on Native Instruments sounds, instruments, and…
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6 songs that sampled classical music in a genius way
Discover iconic songs that sampled classical music. Learn how artists like Nas, Blackpink, and Kelis ingeniously incorporated classical melodies into…
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How to make lo-fi music: 5 key elements to create that chill, vintage sound
Learn how to make lo-fi music. Explore the key elements to this beloved genre including drum programming, tone-shaping, and more.
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Making retro synth presets sound fresh: Hyunji-A shares her workflow
Producer Hyunji-A shares how she uses retro synths like Analog Dreams to create fresh, modern tracks while keeping nostalgic tones…
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How to create dynamic, expressive sounds with polyphonic sequencer Circular
Learn to create dynamic and expressive rhythmic soundscapes with Native Instruments Circular, a powerful tool for music production and sound…
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How to make VST strings sound real: how Paradoks got authentic orchestration in C’est Toi
Paradoks shares how to make VST strings sound realistic using Kontakt, covering swells, EQ, compression, and articulation.
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7 quick tips for ambient, atmospheric music
Got the basics down? Here's how to make ambient music that offers a little something extra.
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Telefon Tel Aviv: Sound design, sine waves, and why ‘wrong’ is often right
We sit down with Josh Eustis to dissect the sounds and techniques behind Dreams Are Not Enough…
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Using TRAKTOR in the studio: How the DJ tool is used to make beats
Discovering the creative powers of TRAKTOR for music production with Huerco S., Konx-om-Pax, and exael.
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Eomac and Kyoka are Lena Andersson
Learn about the collaborative project between Irish producer Eomac and the Japanese artist Kyoka.
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Secrets of electronic interfaces: Modularity
PUSH TURN MOVE and PATCH & TWEAK author Kim Bjørn explores methods for interfacing with music through hardware and software.
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Thomas Ragsdale on atmospheric, commercial music
Having scored countless advertisements, the UK producer breaks down his studio tools, workflow and tricks.
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Richard Devine: A history of making music
Electronic music pioneer discusses his love for REAKTOR BLOCKS, THRILL, and more.
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Robert Dudzic: How to be the best at sound design
Acclaimed sound designer Robert Dudzic divulges his secrets on recording, effects, and how to break into the industry.