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How to create face-melting synths with Guitar Rig 7
Take your sounds to exciting new sonic places with Guitar Rig 7. This guide will show you how to get…
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Create a soundscape with Scene: Saffron
Compose evocative, cinematic soundscapes with Scene: Saffron. This guide shows you how to layer sounds and automate macros to create…
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How to DJ with the Traktor Z1 MK2
In this blog, you’ll learn how to DJ with the Traktor Z1 MK2, and use the Traktor Z1 MK2 in…
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5 common hip hop chord progressions for beatmakers
Discover the five best hip hop chord progressions every beatmaker should know to underscore bars and create standout instrumentals.
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What is a bridge in a song?
What is a bridge in a song, and when should you use one? Learn how to shake things up in…
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What makes a good song?
Explore the fundamental elements that make a good song, including melody, emotional impact, lyrics, rhythm, production, and arrangement.
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Why upgrade to Maschine 3? Here’s what’s new
What’s new in Maschine 3? Learn all about what’s been improved and added to the latest generation of beat making…
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How to start DJing
This beginner’s guide for new DJs will help you get started with the first steps you’ll need to take to…
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10 most popular chord progressions of all time
Learning popular chord progressions is a great way to recognize hit songs. Let's explore some of the most common chord…
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The best gifts for music producers in 2024
Need gift ideas for a music producer? Discover the best gifts for music producers in 2024 including software instruments and…
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How to make 5 scary sound effects for scoring horror films
Create horror sound effects like a Hollywood pro. Jump-scare into this guide to making spooky sounds for film scores, from…
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Introducing Traktor Z1 MK2 – here’s what’s new
What’s new with Traktor’s Z1 DJ mixer? Find out all about this compact and powerful controller for DJs of all…
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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.