Bitcrushing & Downsampling: How To Add Grit To Any Sound 💥
You might not have heard of bitcrushing before… But you might have seen words like “downsampling” or “bit reduction”. In a nutshell, bitcrushing reduces the quality of an audio sample by lowering its resolution and/or sample rate. This adds distortion, grit, or warmth to your sound depending on the settings. In this guide, we’ll cover […]
25 Music Production Quotes To Get You Motivated 💬
A good music quote has the power to stay with you forever. And no, I’m not talking about cringe “Live, Laugh, Love” and other Sex and the City-inspired motivational quotes… What I want to cover here are deep words of wisdom that will make change your perception and push you to overcome challenges. So just […]
MIDI: The What & How Of Modern Music Production 🎹
You might not know what it stands for, but you’ve definitely used MIDI before. Everybody has! Because MIDI is one of the most important tools in music production. Without it, writing and editing music in digital format would be near impossible. Maybe you’re just starting out with MIDI. Or maybe you’re looking to bring your […]
MIDI Packs: 17 Creative Packs You Should Check Out
Let’s face it: coming up with chord progressions and catchy melodies is hard. Especially if you skipped your Music Theory 101 lesson. This is where MIDI packs come in. With MIDI packs, the chords and melodies are written for you! Just drop them in your favorite synth and you’re ready to go! In this guide, […]
Vocal Samples: The Complete List of Packs (2022)
Looking for the perfect vocal sample can be a chore… 😪 but once you find the perfect vocal, it can change your entire track. Whether you’re writing trap, future bass, or house – quality vocal samples are essential for those anthemic tracks. And even if your track is not a vocal-led track, adding snippets of […]
How To Use Chorus, Flanger & Phaser Effects in EDM
Chorus, flangers, and phasers… You’ve surely seen these effects in your DAW before, but can you tell what they do? They’re much less common than, say, reverb of delay – but they’re powerful effects for sound design. And they all work in a similar way, but with subtle differences. So let’s explore what sets these […]
Reverb: The Ultimate Guide For Music Producers (2022)
Reverb is one of the first effects producers learn to use. And why wouldn’t they? Reverb instantly adds depth and emotion to any sound. But if you’re not careful, you can fall into the trap of “just adding reverb” – which is the quickest way to destroy your mix. So it pays to understand it […]
The Delay Effect: A Powerful Tool For Electronic Music
The delay effect is probably the most famous effect of all. Its echoing result is instantly recognizable and can add depth and emotion to your music. But apply it too much or with the wrong settings and it can destroy your mix. In this guide, we’ll cover the basics of delay. We’ll look at the […]
Synth Bass: 9 Crucial Bass Sounds You Need To Know
Bass sounds are one the most important pillars of electronic music. In fact, entire genres have been defined by certain bass sounds. And the number of sounds out there is literally infinite. But there are a few ones that have stood the test of time. In this article, I’ve gathered some of the most popular […]
Phase Cancellation: How To Avoid Weak Mixes
Phase cancellation is a problem every producer will run into someday. You may have phasing issues in your music and not even realize it. It’s more subtle than “too much reverb” or “not enough bass”. It can be hard to hear and even harder to fix (if you don’t know what you’re doing). And it […]
Vital Presets: The Best Free & Paid Packs in Any Genre (2022)
Vital has been a game-changer synth since its arrival in 2020 – but finding presets can be tricky. Unless you have a paid tiers, your choice of presets is limited. And even though we encourage people to design their own sounds, sometimes you just want some good presets to get you started. In this post, […]
ADSR Envelopes: How To Creatively Sculpt Your Sounds
Ever come across the term ADSR, but weren’t sure what it meant? ADSR stands for Attack-Decay-Sustain-Release. And it forms the basis of all synthesis and sound design techniques. Although it can seem daunting at first, the concepts are really simple to grasp. If you are just starting your sound design journey, you have come to […]
Writer’s Block: 7 Tricks to Overcome Your Creative Enemy
Writer’s block is a well-documented condition with many different causes. It happens when the “author is unable to produce new work or experiences a creative slowdown”. And the longer it lasts, the more frustrating it can become. “As a writer, a blank page will humble the hell out of you. It always does, and it […]
Collab Bro? 9 Crucial Tips For Collaborating With Other Artists
“Collab Bro“? Hang around music producers long enough, and you’ll get a few of those in your DMs. However, “Collab bro?” is much more than just a meme. Collaborations can help you learn faster, grow your audience and finish more tunes. But it has to be done right. In this article, we’ll explore: the benefits […]
Noise Gates: How To Clean Up Your Mixes (Like A Pro)
For all the talk about compressors and limiters, noise gates are a lesser-discussed topic in electronic music. But a noise gate could actually be the key to unlocking a cleaner mix. Although they are mostly used during live recordings, they can also help remove noise and muddiness in your productions. In this guide, we will […]