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Circle of fifths explained: What it is and how to use it
Learn about what the circle of fifths is, why it's important, and two interesting ways you can use it in your own music.
What is harmony in music? A guide to triads, chord progressions, and scale degrees
Learn about triads, chord progressions, and the other music theory subtopics that constitute the vast but exciting world of harmony.
The 10 best free music production plugins for 2026 (instruments and effects)
From long-time classics to game-changing newcomers, we overview ten free plugins that have the potential to be your next music production toolkit staple in 2026.
What is EQ? Definition, common types, and how to use it
In this comprehensive guide, learn about what EQ (equalization) is, its common types, and how to use it in your music.
Chromeo and A-Trak on how they shape their sounds, collaboration, and more
In this exclusive interview, A-Trak and Chromeo's Dave 1 discuss their creative toolkits, collaborative process, and more.
Creating a lo-fi beat and post-rock track with Spitfire’s free orchestral sounds
Expert producer and educator TAETRO showcases the high-quality free instruments available in Spitfire Symphony Orchestra: Discover.
The 15 best Black Friday / Cyber Monday deals for music production (2025)
We've identified 15 of the best Black Friday deals for music producers in 2025—find some of the top deals on plugins, virtual instruments, hardware, and more.
John Legend reflects on his early career, songwriting process, upcoming album, and more
We had the opportunity to sit down with John Legend for an in-depth conversation about the key moments that have shaped his career, his songwriting process, and more.
House vs. techno: Key differences explained (and where tech house fits in)
Explore the similarities and key differences between house, techno, and tech house music.
John Legend on the art of songwriting and his new Splice INSTRUMENT pack
John Legend sat down with us to provide an intimate look into how he approaches songwriting on his signature instrument, the piano.
The tritone: Why it’s called the devil’s interval and how to use it
Let's walk through what a tritone is, its impact across music history, and its surprising sensitive side that isn't so diabolical.
USC class takes a deep dive into the art of the sample
Students at the University of Southern California got an inside look at what it really takes to break into sound design and music production.