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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,…

    Free stuff April 10, 2026
  • 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
  • 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

  • reese bass

    How to create the signature Reese bass sound

    Learn how to make a Reese bass with this step-by-step guide. Discover the history of the sound as well as…

    Massive X April 25, 2025
  • FRANCO BA

    Modulation-maxxing in Massive X: FRANCO BA breaks down how to make any patch come alive

    FRANCO BA breaks down how to use modulation in Massive X to create evolving, futuristic synth sounds with LFOs, envelopes,…

    Interviews April 23, 2025
  • Mustard at Coachella: celebrating the producer behind your favorite beats

    Discover the special performance by Mustard at Coachella as well as the exclusive NI collaboration that featured a custom yellow…

    Maschine April 23, 2025
  • N2N featured

    Shaping groove and tone with Transient Master: N2N on perfect hi-hats

    Learn how N2N uses Transient Master to shape hi-hats, boost groove, and refine tone with simple tweaks for better energy…

    Interviews April 22, 2025
  • Rabbithology featured

    Learn from Rabbitology’s DIY folktronica process: making demo-ready mixdowns in your dorm

    Explore Rabbitology's self-produced folktronica EP 'Living Ghost' and her creative process using iZotope tools to craft authentic, textured music.

    Interviews April 18, 2025
  • Martin Roth

    Martin Roth on going DAWless: “Touching knobs and keys is the main craft”

    Martin Roth shares how going DAWless with Maschine+ helps him stay creative, work faster, and avoid overthinking in the studio…

    Interviews April 17, 2025
  • how to layer leads

    How to layer leads without muddying your mix

    Learn how to layer leads effectively without muddying your mix. Get tips on EQ, stereo imaging, and using Kontakt and…

    Production April 17, 2025
  • Florian Kruse

    Florian Kruse shares his drum programming process for melodic techno – and his free essential Battery kit

    Get Florian's free Battery kit and discover how he shares how he builds clean, groovy drums in Battery, covering kit…

    Interviews April 16, 2025
  • 10 iconic songs that use the Wurlitzer sound

    10 iconic songs that use the Wurlitzer electric piano sound

    Discover the rich, vintage tone of the Wurlitzer electric piano with ten hits that use the iconic instrument.

    Production April 10, 2025
  • How to use Expansions with Leap

    How to use Expansions with Leap to create your best music yet

    Learn how to get more out of Expansions with Leap, Kontakt’s intuitive live looper. Build beats fast, tweak samples with…

    Kontakt April 9, 2025
  • 5 ways to use Leap in Kontakt

    5 ways to supercharge your music production workflow with Leap in Kontakt

    Boost your creativity and productivity with a loop-based workflow. Learn how to use Leap, Kontakt’s live sampler, for creating beats,…

    Kontakt April 8, 2025
  • UAOK featured

    Tips for making MIDI piano sound real: UOAK shares advice for producers

    Learn how to make VST pianos sound human with expert tips from UOAK, covering MIDI tweaks, layering, and the best…

    Interviews April 7, 2025
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