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ASHRR on blending live drums with Battery for extra punch and clarity
ASHRR breaks down their hybrid drum production, layering live recordings with MIDI using Battery 4, plus insights on their remix…
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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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7 free must-have Kontakt libraries for pop music
Discover seven 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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The 110 best free Kontakt instruments in 2026
Explore the 110 best free Kontakt instruments and libraries, curated by our team. Find top free Kontakt Player synths, pianos,…
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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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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.