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Richie Hawtin: deconstructing the dancefloor with Traktor
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Introducing Absynth 6: The iconic hybrid synth returns with unprecedented depth and expression
Explore the rebirth of Absynth with a new interface, hybrid synthesis tools, expressive control, and a deeper library of surreal…
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The 110 best free Kontakt instruments in 2025
Explore the ultimate list of the best free Kontakt instruments and libraries. Discover new sounds and add them to your…
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How to manage your Traktor track library
Master Traktor Pro 4 library management with advanced Traktor collection tips, and a smooth Traktor MX2 workflow for DJ music…
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Taming the monster: behind the soundtrack of K-Pop Demon Hunters
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The maker of ARKHIS on the three things that make a great sampled instrument
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Create glitched-out electronic soundscapes with this free MASSIVE X patch from Minor Science
The Berlin-based producer enlists chains of random LFOs to create a chaotic-yet-controllable soundscape generator.
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Slate + Ash is the Bristol-based studio pushing the boundaries of KONTAKT
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BT talks life under lockdown and dissects his Community Drive contributions
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Real Talk: Day Wave makes dream pop with BATTERY 4 and KOMPLETE
Download the stems to his surf-tinged single "Potions" and remix it for a chance to win.
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Peaches on the process and inspiration behind her Community Drive sound pack contributions
Feminist pop provocateur Peaches talks about her contribution to our COMMUNITY DRIVE charity sound pack.
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Hear Howie Lee put a modern spin on traditional Chinese sounds
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Scripting, sound design, and singing out of key: How we made MYSTERIA
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Check out our favorite videos from the Native community in June
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Listen to a densely layered, martial Sketches submission from Zola Jesus
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Quiet, please: How we silenced a city block to sample a priceless violin
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Here’s how to make your virtual guitars sound like a real session player
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5 ways compression can give you a rich, harmonically-driven sound
Discover compression techniques to add a harmonic-rich sound to your tracks using tools from the NI 360 Essentials subscription.
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How to get a cohesive sound with mixing and mastering
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How to keep your music sounding fresh with modulation
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5 ways to (finally) finish your track
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5 creative reverb techniques to try in your productions
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5 ways to use Noire for immersive soundscapes
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How to layer rhythmic and melodic patterns with Playbox
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Exploring Native Instruments 360
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