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The 3 goals behind a clean mix (free stems included)
Learn how to wield separation, glue, and movement to create a clean mix that's both cohesive and effective.
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Explore our content that features free samples and stems for you to learn from and incorporate into your own music.
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.
The best tools for music producers (free sounds included)
From sound design plugins to platforms for sharing your music, explore some of the best tools out there for music producers.
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip hop
From MPCs and vinyl shopping to FL grids and sample chopping, today we celebrate the sounds, styles, and creators of hip hop.
Splice and XLN Audio: How to get your free, zero-credit drum samples
Until April 4th, Splice subscribers who also rent-to-own XO will get a Collection of zero-credit Splice samples curated by the team at XLN Audio.
The next 23 sounds of 2023
Discover 23 sounds that are about to be hot-hot-fire-hot—featuring samples from hip hop, trap, hyperpop, and more.
How to improve your melodies with rhythmic variations (free MIDI / samples included)
From varying note length to applying syncopation, we highlight four versatile strategies for improving the rhythmic qualities of your melodies.
Music theory tips for making melodies (free stems and MIDI files included)
We give you a crash course in music theory, exploring some scales and techniques that'll help you create original melodies.
How to make a beat using only one sample (free stems and project file included)
We take the age-old phrase "less is more" to new heights by demonstrating how you can create an entire beat using nothing but one sample.
Making a beat at 20 BPM (free stems and MIDI files included)
In this video, we explore how we might go about producing a track at a gentle (to say the least) 20 BPM.
How to create samples using household sounds (free one-shots included)
Let's explore how you can design original samples using nothing but the sounds that are immediately around you.
How to make UK drill with a power drill (free stems and MIDI files included)
Let's apply processing to drill sounds to turn them into synth pads and percussion one-shots that reflect the aesthetic of UK drill.