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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.

    Tips and tricks April 9, 2022
  • 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…

    Interviews February 10, 2020
  • 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.

    Traktor July 18, 2019
  • Eomac and Kyoka are Lena Andersson

    Learn about the collaborative project between Irish producer Eomac and the Japanese artist Kyoka.

    Interviews June 20, 2019
  • Secrets of electronic interfaces: Modularity

    PUSH TURN MOVE and PATCH & TWEAK author Kim Bjørn explores methods for interfacing with music through hardware and software.

    Features February 21, 2019
  • Thomas Ragsdale on atmospheric, commercial music

    Having scored countless advertisements, the UK producer breaks down his studio tools, workflow and tricks.

    Komplete November 21, 2018
  • Richard Devine: A history of making music

    Electronic music pioneer discusses his love for REAKTOR BLOCKS, THRILL, and more.

    Komplete April 4, 2018
  • 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.

    Interviews July 17, 2017

  • $0 to pro studio: your first 5 music production tools that replace $3,000 of gear

    $0 to pro studio: your first 5 music production tools that replace $3,000 of gear

    In this blog, you’ll learn how to replace hardware gear with VST plugins and get a cheap pro home studio…

    Production January 13, 2026
  • noha featured

    Noha on groove, texture, and using Guitar Rig to shape emotion

    Italian producer Noha explains how Guitar Rig, modulation, and subtle distortion shape his minimal yet emotional sound in “The Place.”…

    Interviews January 12, 2026
  • Junaco feature

    Junaco on DIY recording, Sonic Ranch, and the subtle power of RX

    Junaco share how RX helped shape In Motion, keeping the album’s warmth and intimacy intact while refining every detail of…

    Interviews January 5, 2026
  • Oli Julian feature

    Inside Oli Julian’s rhythmic approach to Netflix’s The Twits

    Oli Julian breaks down how Abbey Road Vintage Drummer helped him score Netflix’s The Twits with rhythm, humor, and personality.

    Scoring January 2, 2026
  • Hilit Kolet feature

    Hilit Kolet shares how she uses Komplete Kontrol to capture her raw energy

    Hilit Kolet shares how Komplete Kontrol helps her stay creative and capture the raw energy behind Transatlantic Kiki with The…

    Interviews December 31, 2025
  • Sensu Massive feature

    Why Massive still defines Sensu’s bass sound

    Sensu discusses Pure Motion, the emotional depth behind her basslines, and why Massive remains a core part of her creative…

    Massive X December 30, 2025
  • Mux Mool feature

    Mux Mool on Maschine, Opal Drums, and the future of live electronic performance

    Mux Mool explains how Maschine drives the sound and performance of Opal Drums, bridging studio precision and live energy with…

    Tips and tricks December 29, 2025
  • how to flip samples featured

    How to flip samples like the top 1% of producers

    In this blog, you’ll learn sample flipping techniques for your music production workflow, all with tools in the Native Instruments…

    Production December 22, 2025
  • music production software featured

    The best music production software from Native Instruments

    Discover the best music production software for creating, mixing, and mastering your music, including free tools and pro plugins from…

    Production December 19, 2025
  • absynth preset explorer

    Absynth 6 Preset Explorer: where AI meets musical intuition

    Discover how Absynth 6 Preset Explorer uses AI to organize sound by timbre, revealing creative relationships and putting human authorship…

    Absynth December 19, 2025
  • 5 ways to get club-ready guitar hooks into your house track

    5 ways to get club-ready guitar hooks into your house track (no guitar skills required)

    Learn five electronic music production tips on how to add professional guitar hooks to a house track with Session Guitarist:…

    Production December 18, 2025
  • SHIMA feature

    SHIMA on using Kontakt to reimagine Japanese tradition in modern electronic music

    Tokyo-born producer SHIMA breaks down how Kontakt helped shape Welcome to SHIMAJIMA, which blends Japanese heritage with modern production.

    Interviews December 17, 2025
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