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Tools

How to use Splice’s new Astra synthesizer

Let's explore the key features, workflows, and capabilities of Astra, Splice's all-new software synthesizer.

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The importance of an intentional workflow for your music

Let's take a step beyond thinking about what we use, and explore ideas around how we can use both our time and our tools to create our best work.

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Sound Design

How to design a weapon sound for video games

Let's explore the steps, techniques, and considerations that go into designing a high-quality weapon sound for video games.

Recording

How to use field recordings as a songwriting tool

Drawing on insights from musicians and intermedia artists, we explore how field recordings can be used as a powerful tool for sonic and personal exploration.

Ableton Live

Making generative music in Ableton Live (free project file included)

Learn how to create a generative music system in Ableton Live that composes original ambient music at the click of a button.

Stories

How Seo Taiji combatted censorship and paved the way for K-pop

Learn about how Korean musician, songwriter, and producer Seo Taiji combatted censorship and shaped the landscape of popular music.

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Tips & Tutorials

Pass the beat (featuring The Kount, Kaelin Ellis, J3PO, and Dresage)

We recently teamed up with XLN Audio to bring four talented producers together to create a track.

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Stories

Fraser T Smith (Adele, Kano) on how music starts with a conversation

GRAMMY-winning producer Fraser T Smith tells us about the stories behind some of his most notable collaborations, his approach to navigating creative roadblocks, and more.

Tips & Tutorials

What are harmonics? Exploring the fabric of music

Let's explore what harmonics and overtones are, how they constitute the very fabric of music, and how you can apply an understanding of them to your tracks.