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Best drum synths for electronic music
Discover the best drum synth VST plugins for electronic music. From professional sound design in Massive X to creative layering…
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Richie Hawtin: deconstructing the dancefloor with Traktor
Go behind the scenes with Richie Hawtin to see how he uses Traktor, analog mixing, and live sequencing to create…
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How Nova Wolf finds humanity in loudness with Ozone
Nova Wolf explains how iZotope Ozone helped him master Nomad Tapes: Africa with warmth, emotion, and cohesion, balancing intensity with…
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How DJ T-1000 keeps Detroit hands-on with Maschine
DJ T-1000 explains how Maschine fuels his Detroit-driven workflow, bringing focus, rhythm, and hardware energy to his new EP Ghosthack.
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Inside the spectral world of Oscillarys: a deep dive with Ocean Swift Synthesis
From Eurorack loops to vintage vocals: Ocean Swift shares how they built Oscillarys for motion and why they’ve moved fully…
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DNKLE turns emotion into energy with Pharlight
DNKLE details how Pharlight helped him turn raw intensity into controlled soundscaping on his latest single, “Pressure,” from GITA Recordings.
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Behind the bounce of Millennium Hip Hop: a conversation with Snipe Young
Get production tips from GRAMMY-winner Snipe Young. Discover how to capture the legendary Virginia Beach sound with the new Millennium…
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Marco Polo on crafting the ultimate boom bap drum instrument
Legendary producer Marco Polo discusses the creation of his new Play Series instrument, translating three decades of hip hop into…
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How to write moving, emotional melodies in 5 steps
Learn to write moving melodies in 5 steps. From motifs to sound design with NI 360 Essentials, master evocative songwriting…
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Afro house production 101
Learn how to make Afro house with groovy drums, evolving basslines, and Afro house production tips using Massive X and…
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The best lo-fi plugins for making beats
Discover the best lo-fi plugins for making beats, from free emulation tools to pro sounds. Explore top lo-fi effects, synths,…
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Statement from Nick Williams, CEO of Native Instruments
Native Instruments provides an update on its recent restructuring process.
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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.