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  • Nick Chen

    Content Marketing @ Splice. Nick Chen is a producer, performer, and educator under the aliases "nickthechen" and "Enix."

    Tips & Tutorials / August 8, 2022
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    The 8 levels of 808s (free sounds and MIDI files included)

    We explore the 8 levels of 808s, spanning everything from basic sustains and glides to uncharted realms of 808 enlightenment.

    Tips & Tutorials / June 13, 2022
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    Recreating the theme from Stranger Things

    Learn how to recreate the iconic Stranger Things theme with our downloadable project file and step-by-step tutorial video.

    Tips & Tutorials / May 7, 2022
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    3 advanced sampling techniques you need to try

    From resampling to granular synthesis, these advanced sampling techniques are a great way to introduce unique timbres to your productions.

    Tips & Tutorials / January 27, 2022
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    Recreating “Gasoline” by The Weeknd in under 60 seconds (free project file included)

    We break down how you can recreate each of the core elements that make up the defining sound of The Weeknd’s “Gasoline.”

    Tools / January 22, 2022
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    The top free music production plugins you need to try out in 2022 (VST / AU)

    We go over our revamped list of the top free music production plugins that you need to try out in 2022.

    Music Theory / January 1, 2022
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    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.

    Tips & Tutorials / December 4, 2021
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    The 3 levels of sampling (beginner to pro)

    We go over a brief history of sampling and then dive straight into the three levels of complexity that exist within the process today.

    Tips & Tutorials / November 8, 2021
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    Making beats with iconic video game sound effects

    We sample ten iconic video game sound effects and flip them into tracks in FL Studio, Bitwig, and Ableton Live.

    Music Theory / October 2, 2021
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    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.

    Tips & Tutorials / September 25, 2021
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    How to make a lo-fi house beat in 10 minutes

    Get a firsthand look into the basics of arranging lo-fi house rhythms, chord progressions, and basslines in Ableton Live.

    Tips & Tutorials / September 23, 2021
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    How to make an entire track using only Serum (free presets and MIDI included)

    In order to put its versatility to the test, we challenged ourselves to try making a full track using nothing but Xfer Record’s Serum.

    Tools / September 4, 2021
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    The best free effects plugins you need in 2021 (VST / AU)

    Spanning lush reverbs to gritty distortion units, these high-quality free effects plugins will help you take your productions to the next level.

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