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Ableton Move: A guide to its key features, workflows, and more
Here's everything you need to know about Ableton Move, from its layout and stock instruments to lesser-known features and tips.
Breaking down Nashville country music with Kate Malone and Devin Malone
Kate Malone (Sam Hunt, Emma White) and Devin Malone (Jelly Roll, Keith Urban) discuss the ever-evolving sound of Nashville country music.
How to organize and revisit your ‘leftover’ music projects
From bouncing demos to revisiting your folder structures, let's explore a few techniques for maximizing your 'leftover' project files.
Layering synths for a larger sound (free Ableton Effect Rack included)
Expert producer John Grand showcases how you can experiment with layering synths to achieve a larger sound.
The 15 best Black Friday deals for music production (2024)
We've identified 15 of the best Black Friday deals for music producers in 2024—find some of the top deals on plugins, virtual instruments, hardware, and more.
Zaytoven on his studio sessions with Migos, Future, and others
Zaytoven discusses his beginnings and his most memorable studio sessions that shaped his career as well as the music landscape at large.
Zerb and Sofiya Nzau on “Mwaki” and the power of a sample
Zerb and Sofiya Nzau discuss their unique collaboration on "Mwaki," insights into the production process, and more.
Access to your Splice library—now in Studio One Pro 7
The first update to the Splice x Studio One Pro Integration brings several key feature additions and improvements that will make your in-DAW Splice experience even better.
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How Zaytoven turns melodies into beats in minutes
Zaytoven (Gucci Mane, Usher) sat down with us to showcase how he makes beats using Create as a source for inspiration.
How to make music: Create your own music in 6 steps
Learn the ins-and-outs of how to make music in this complete guide to music production, from picking a DAW to composing, mixing, and mastering your work.
Splice is now in Studio One Pro 7
Splice is now integrated into Studio One Pro 7—discover how to search, filter, and audition Splice sounds, all synced to your project’s key and tempo.
Ableton Move: A guide to its key features, workflows, and more
Here's everything you need to know about Ableton Move, from its layout and stock instruments to lesser-known features and tips.
Breaking down Nashville country music with Kate Malone and Devin Malone
Kate Malone (Sam Hunt, Emma White) and Devin Malone (Jelly Roll, Keith Urban) discuss the ever-evolving sound of Nashville country music.
How to organize and revisit your ‘leftover’ music projects
From bouncing demos to revisiting your folder structures, let's explore a few techniques for maximizing your 'leftover' project files.
Layering synths for a larger sound (free Ableton Effect Rack included)
Expert producer John Grand showcases how you can experiment with layering synths to achieve a larger sound.
The 15 best Black Friday deals for music production (2024)
We've identified 15 of the best Black Friday deals for music producers in 2024—find some of the top deals on plugins, virtual instruments, hardware, and more.
Alissia (Anderson .Paak, Kaytranada) makes a track in Studio One for the first time
World-renowned producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Alissia creates a track in Studio One for the first time.
What is reverb? Definition, types, parameters, and best plugins
Reverb is one of the most fundamental and popular effects in music—in this in-depth guide, learn about its definition, common types, best plugins, and more.
How to make horror game music and sound effects
From Dead Space to Silent Hill, we break down the auditory elements of several iconic video games to gain insights into how to make our own horror game music and sound effects.
11 sad chord progressions you need to know (free MIDI files included)
We analyze 11 sad chord progressions and some songs they're used in to identify what makes them so effective at tugging at our heartstrings.
The best free music production plugins for 2024
Let's explore a selection of indispensable free music production plugins that can elevate your tracks without denting your budget.
The 3 levels of sound design (free presets included)
We walk through the three levels of sound design, the techniques that comprise them, and how to apply them to your own productions.
Ableton Live Lite: How to get started (free project file included)
From key commands to creative production techniques, this guide to Ableton Live Lite contains everything you need to know to get started with the DAW.
20 music production tips in under 15 minutes (free template included)
Whether it's beat making techniques or mixing tips, you can take these 20 ideas and immediately apply them to your own music, regardless of your genre or style.
The 10 best free mixing plugins you need for your music
From EQs to multi-effects units, here are ten free mixing plugins that you can try out today to expand your creative horizons.
Unlock music theory in 15 minutes (free MIDI files included)
Knowing even just a little bit of music theory can go a long way in improving your productions—in this video, we unlock the fundamentals of theory in just 15 minutes.
How to make a neurofunk track (free project file included)
Veteran drum and bass producer Redpill showcases how to make a neurofunk track and offers a free project file for producers to experiment with firsthand.
Breaking down Nashville country music with Kate Malone and Devin Malone
Kate Malone (Sam Hunt, Emma White) and Devin Malone (Jelly Roll, Keith Urban) discuss the ever-evolving sound of Nashville country music.
Amp simulator plugins: A guide to the best amp sims for guitar
We explore what guitar amp simulator plugins are, how they sound, their pros and cons, and some of the best amp sims out there today.
Sampling the sound of climate action with Madame Gandhi
Madame Gandhi discusses the process of creating samples using field recordings from Antartica, as well as the intersection between music and environmentalism.
Tips on making samples from the Soul Surplus team
Soul Surplus share some tips on sample pack creation from their recent studio takeover at Drexel University.
What is a patchbay (and how does it work)?
Let's explore what a patchbay is, its most common configurations, and why you might want to consider incorporating one into your workflow.
How to record and process bells
Explore the different ways bells can enhance a track, and learn how you can record and process them right in your home studio.
How tape machines shape the lo-fi sound
Learn about the origins of the lo-fi sound, including saturation, wow, flutter, and tape delay—and how the quirks of analog tape machines have translated to the digital domain.
Recording live bands: 5 fundamental tips for getting a great sound
From mic placement to acoustic treatment, we showcase five production techniques that are fundamental for recording live bands.
Oliver on 3 key practices for making your best music yet
Oliver took a moment with us to share some of the key learnings around making music that he's gathered across the span of his career.
Mike Shinoda on crafting Meteora, songwriting, and the art of vocal production
We sat down with Mike Shinoda (Linkin Park, Fort Minor) to discuss the creative process behind Meteora, how it informs his trajectory for the music he's releasing today, his advice for budding music creators, and more.
Zerb and Sofiya Nzau on “Mwaki” and the power of a sample
Zerb and Sofiya Nzau discuss their unique collaboration on "Mwaki," insights into the production process, and more.
Sleep Deez (BTS, Eric Bellinger) on the importance of connecting with fans and giving back
GRAMMY-nominated producer Sleep Deez (BTS, Eric Bellinger) reflects on his musical journey and discusses the importance of connecting with fans.
Common on the state of hip hop
Hip hop legend Common sat down with us to discuss his beginnings, his new album, where the genre is headed, and more.
End of the World on preserving their music’s message while reimagining their sound
The members of End of the World dive into their beginnings, how they reinvented their creative process from their work as SEKAI NO OWARI, future aspirations, and more.
How loud should you master your music?
Learn about the most important factors that go into answering the age-old question of how loud you should master your music.
How to prepare your mix for mastering: 5 essential tips
From leaving headroom to best practices for exporting, here are five essential tips that will help you prepare your mix for mastering.
Exporting your song: The best settings for bouncing audio explained
Learn about sample rate, bit depth, dithering, and the various other parameters you might come across when exporting your song from the DAW.
What is dithering in audio? When to dither and how it works
Learn how dithering can help enhance the sound of your digital audio, despite the fact that it adds noise to the waveform.
What are inter-sample peaks and true peaks?
Learn about what inter-sample peaks / true peaks are, why and where they occur, and to what extent you should pay attention to them when creating music.
Make learning a habit with our top tips and tutorials on music production
We’ve compiled some of our most popular articles and videos across the realm of music creation to help you get back in that groove.
5 mastering myths you’ve believed this whole time
We discuss five common mastering myths you may have heard before, and shed light on the reality that lies behind each of them.
Expert engineers demystify the mastering process
We spoke with three industry professionals to learn abou how, when, and why you should work with a mastering engineer.
The diminished chord: What it is and how to use them
Learn about what a diminished chord is and how to use half-diminished seventh chords, diminished seventh chords, and triads in your music.
What is rhythm in music: An introduction to beats, meters, and tempo
Rhythm is arguably the most fundamental element of music—in this in-depth guide, learn about the basics of how to read and create your own rhythms.
The music of Naruto: Analyzing the harmony of KANA-BOON’s “Silhouette”
We highlight a few unique chords and progressions heard in KANA-BOON's "Silhouette," the track that served as the sixteenth opening for Naruto Shippuden.
11 sad chord progressions you need to know (free MIDI files included)
We analyze 11 sad chord progressions and some songs they're used in to identify what makes them so effective at tugging at our heartstrings.
How to find vocal harmonies: A step-by-step guide
Explore the qualities that make a vocal harmony effective and learn how to write your own harmonies from scratch.
10 music education YouTube channels you need to subscribe to
We've compiled ten YouTube channels that are committed to helping people learn more about music, and do a great job at doing just that.
9 music production elements common in horror themes
Discover nine songwriting and music production techniques that embody the horror genre, and then check out our collection of 50 Halloween samples on Splice.
5 of the most important rhythms in music
Learn about five influential rhythms that have shaped a wide array of genres and styles across the globe.
Access to your Splice library—now in Studio One Pro 7
The first update to the Splice x Studio One Pro Integration brings several key feature additions and improvements that will make your in-DAW Splice experience even better.
Win $1,000 and get your song pitched to K-pop artists by MNDR, Margo XS, and Jess Corazza
We're excited to announce that we're partnering with MNDR, We Make Noise, and Soundtoys for our latest K-pop challenge.
Where creativity meets workflow: A letter from our CEO
Over the past few months, we’ve studied how we can get deeper into existing workflows, in order to simplify the experience while making it more creatively fulfilling.
Splice is now in Studio One Pro 7
Splice is now integrated into Studio One Pro 7—discover how to search, filter, and audition Splice sounds, all synced to your project’s key and tempo.
Splice empowers the young music producers at FamFrequency Productions
Early adopters from global institutions are helping to shape the future of Splice Education in 2025 and beyond.
Win a $50,000 scholarship to a premier production school
Learn how you can win a scholarship to Stargate's premier music production school, LAAMP.
Win $1,000 and a one-of-a-kind opportunity to collaborate with Oliver
Create your own sample pack and produce a track with it and Oliver's sounds for the chance to win $1,000 and a one-of-a-kind collaborative opportunity.
Certified Rare Finds are now on Splice
Learn about Rare Finds, our newest search feature on Splice Sounds that helps you find sounds that are still undiscovered by most users.
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