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Audio cable types: A complete guide (with pictures)
Learn about common audio cable types spanning TS, TRS, XLR, MIDI, USB, and more, and how you can use them effectively when making music.
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5 music production tips for sparking ideas in 2025
Expert beat maker Isaac Duarte shares five of his top music production tips that are designed for breaking through creative blocks.
Microphone polar patterns: What they are and common types
We explore the most common microphone polar patterns and discuss how they can shape your recordings.
Producers react to famous EDM samples (Daft Punk, Tiësto, and more)
Veteran music producers John Grand and Max Nepa-Rewak react to samples that are heard in tracks by the likes of Daft Punk, Tiësto, and others.
Splice Collections: Organize and discover samples in new ways
Learn about Splice Collections, explore our curated sounds, and use zero-credit samples to spark some inspiration for your next track.
Splice unveils the genre trends that will shape the sounds of 2025
In a new report, MIDiA Research explores how the Splice trends of 2024 will help define the musical landscape of the year ahead.
CARRTOONS on ‘Modern Motown,’ NPR Tiny Desk, and collaboration
Artist, producer, and multi-instrumentalist CARRTOONS (Usher, George Clinton) shares three key insights he's garnered across his career.
Mikey Reaves (Luke Combs, Jelly Roll) gives an exclusive studio tour
Mikey Reaves (Luke Combs, Jelly Roll) gives us an exclusive studio tour, discussing his favorite gear and showcasing how he starts a track with Create.
How to create the perfect sample: 5 tips and techniques
2x GRAMMY-nominated music producer John Smythe breaks down the process for how he creates a perfect sample, from ideation to completion.
MASSIVE X: Key features, how it sounds, and a free preset pack
Explore the key features of Native Instrument's MASSIVE X, hear how it sounds in action, and learn how you can get a free preset pack.
How to make pop music: 3 artist-led tips
Artist, singer-songwriter, and producer Esthy showcases how to make pop music, going from a simple chord progression to a full arrangement.
How to set and achieve your goals for 2025
Let’s look at some actionable steps you can take to set yourself up for success in reaching your goals and staying productive through the entire year.