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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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How Massive helped Johnny Gorillas shape two creative worlds
Johnny Gorillas shares how mastering Native Instruments Massive shaped his solo work and his work with mono sky, creating consistency…
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The best sound design plugins from Native Instruments
Discover the best sound design plugins for music, film, and games, including top synths, effects, and creative tools from Native…
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Taming the monster: behind the soundtrack of K-Pop Demon Hunters
Discover how GRAMMY-nominated engineer Curtis Douglas and producer Lindgren used iZotope Ozone, RX, and Kontakt to craft the high-impact, polished…
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The best DJ effects: a complete list for beginners and pros
Discover the best DJ effects for every mix, from essential filters and delays to creative tools like the Beatmasher. Learn…
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Weird by design: HAAi on the limitless potential of Absynth 6
Discover how the Australian artist HAAi uses the new engine in Absynth 6 to create layered atmospheres and immersive soundscapes…
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$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…
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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.”…
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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.