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What is distortion in music? How to use it creatively in your productions
Distortion in music is the alteration of the original sound signal. Discover the different types of distortion, how they are…
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How to use the circle of fifths in modern music production
Learn how to use the circle of fifths to enhance your music as a modern musician and songwriter. Discover how…
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Designing for the visually impaired at Native Instruments
Learn more about the new accessibility features for the visually impaired in Native Instruments products including MASCHINE MK3, the latest…
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7 essentials for setting up a home recording studio
Learn how to create a home recording studio with these 7 essential components. Get advice on equipment, software, soundproofing, and…
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What are stems in music production?
Learn what stems are in music production and how they’re different from multitracks, plus how to use stems for collaboration,…
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How to write song lyrics in 5 easy steps
Learn how to write song lyrics with this step-by-step guide and get some extra lyric writing tips from a professional…
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How to create realistic MIDI bass lines that groove
Looking to create realistic MIDI bass lines? Learn techniques on how to add depth and groove to your bass tracks…
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Hyperpop production 101: How to make hyperpop that pushes the limits
Learn how to make hyperpop music with our step-by-step guide. Discover tips on how to make energetic hyperpop vocals with…
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Granular synthesis: a beginner’s guide
Granular synthesis is a form of synthesis based on a process called granulation and has numerous uses in modern audio…
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What is trance music? How to make an uplifting trance track
Discover the euphoric, driving sounds of trance music. From finding the right trance BPM to crafting the synths and arranging…
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How to make a drill beat with haunting, dark undertones
Learn how to make a drill beat step-by-step, from selecting the right sounds and tools to arranging your track like…
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What is looping in music? How to use loops in music production
Learn about loops in music and how they can be used to create dynamic tracks. We’ll answer the question what…
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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.