Vital Presets: The Best FREE Packs in Any Genre (UPDATED 2024)
Vital has been a game-changer synth since its arrival in 2020 – but finding presets can be tricky. Unless you have a paid tier, 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, […]
How to Make Ambient Music in 7 Easy Steps (+ Free Sample Pack)
So, you want to learn how to make Ambient music? Well, you’re in luck! In my opinion, Ambient is one of the most freeing genres of music to write. You can truly let your mind go, experiment, and let go of any rules. This is why I think every producer can benefit from experimenting with […]
AI Music Production: 11 Insane AI Tools To Turbo-Boost Your Workflow 🤖
AI music production is a topic you might have thought about before. Or maybe you haven’t. But one thing is sure: you’ve heard of AI, and how it’s changing the world. And music production is no different. Over the last 12 months, we’ve seen the emergence of absolutely insane AI music tools. Heard of the […]
What is Looping in Music? 9 Tips For Using Loops, Loop Recording and More 🎙️🔴
Looping is a fundamental concept of modern music production. Every top-charting track on Beatport has a loop of some sort in it. Loops and looping simply refer to a piece of audio that is repeating. However, creating and manipulating loops can seem daunting. And if you do it wrong, it can sound very amateurish. But […]
How to Start a Song? 9 Proven Tricks to Get You Off the Ground
Wondering how to start a song? Believe it or not, this is not a topic reserved for beginners. Actually, knowing different ways to start a song can make sure you never run out of inspiration. True, there are a million different ways to start a song. However, some a definitely more common than others. In […]
How to Make Synthwave? 7 Need-To-Know Techniques 🎵
Want to learn how to make Synthwave? I get it – Synthwave was actually one of the first genres that attracted me to music production. Maybe you’ve tried producing Synthwave in the past? But got stuck somewhere? Then this guide is for you! Synthwave can be hard to nail down properly. It’s a very coded […]
ReFX Nexus 4 – Worth the Money? Or Is It Outdated? 🤔
ReFX Nexus has been a staple in the industry for decades. Its collection of unique presets made it a go-to for many aspiring producers. However, with the advent of modern soft synths, how does the latest version of ReFX Nexus fare? That’s what we’ll explore in this guide! Together, we will look at: Ready? Let’s […]
Glitch VST Plugins: 7 Free and Paid Options for Insane Effects 🔥
Glitch VST plugins are a must-have in any producer toolkit. Although Glitch is its own music genre, glitch effects can be used in any genre. In particular, glitch effects work wonders for creating new, exciting transitions. But they can also work to create interesting layers to your main sounds. So in this guide, we are […]
Need a LoFi Plugin? Here’s Our 7 Top Picks (Free and Paid) 🎯
A good LoFi plugin can instantly transform your beat into a nostalgic trip. However, there are so many out there… Which ones are worth your time? And which ones should you skip over? That’s why I’ve compiled this list for you 🙏 Together, we’ll look at 7 of my favorite LoFi plugins, covering both synths […]
How to Make Phonk: 7 Easy, Need-To-Know Steps
How to make Phonk has been one of the most common requests from our students. And I can understand why. It’s the most popular genre at the minute on TikTok and Instagram. But where does Phonk music come from? And more importantly, how do you make it? That’s what we’ll cover in this guide on […]
Ableton Drift: 6 Steps to Master This New Killer Synth
Ableton Drift is Ableton Live’s brand-new analog-modeled synth. It’s capable of producing incredibly warm, comforting sounds. This makes it perfect for genres such as LoFi Hip Hop or Organic House. So what makes Ableton Drift unique? And why should you check it out? That’s what we’ll cover in this guide! Together, we are going to […]
Kontakt Libraries: 12 Free & Paid Options for Producers (2024) 🎹
Kontakt Libraries have become a foundation of modern electronic music production. Whatever your preferred genre, Kontakt libraries across all instruments should be part of your producer arsenal. However, there are hundreds of Kontakt libraries out there. And it can be hard to know which ones are worth it, and which ones are over-hyped. But today […]
Soundtoys: Our Top 7 Plugins for 2024 🔥
Soundtoys plugins have become a staple of modern music production. Modeled after different pieces of analog gear, each effect has stood the test of time. However, buying the whole Soundtoys 5 Bundle might be a big (financial) jump. So if you just want to get your feet wet, where should you start? Which plugin is […]
Parallel Compression & Processing: The Secret to Full Mixes 🎛️
Parallel compression can be intimidating for newcomers. I know it was for me when I started out! It sounded like an advanced and obscure technique reserved for elite mixing engineers. In reality, parallel compression could be the key to bringing your mixes to the next level. And as you’ll find out, it’s actually quite easy […]
The Best Analog Synth? Our 11 Favorite Plugin Emulations (2024)
Analog synths (or synthesizers) are the holy grail of any music producer. They give you that warm, rich tone that so many producers aim for. But actual physical, hardware analog synths can often be pricey – not to mention the space each one takes. Enter the world of VST analog synths: instrument plugins replicating analog […]