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What is the pentatonic scale? Definition, types, and examples

Explore the pentatonic scale and learn how artists spanning genres have used it to create some timeless melodies.

Faith Monaco (OsamaSon, Playboi Carti) shares Serum sound design tips

Faith Monaco (OsamaSon, Playboi Carti) dives deep into sound design in Serum

Faith Monaco (OsamaSon, Playboi Carti) shares her top Serum sound design tips and makes a track in FL Studio with her new sample pack.

Tips & Tutorials

7 creative lessons from Soul Surplus’ John and Joel McNeill

During a recent visit with middle school music students, Soul Surplus' co-founders shared practical advice on creativity, collaboration, and building a life in music.

A guide to Spitfire Audio and BT's Phoenix with J Scott Rakozy

Tools

An in-depth guide to Spitfire Audio and BT’s Phoenix with J Scott Rakozy

Acclaimed composer and sound designer J Scott Rakozy (Hereditary, Hogwarts Legacy) overviews Phoenix, a new hybrid synth from Spitfire Audio and BT.

Recording

Watch Lyncs make an indie pop hit with an assortment of mystery sounds

Expert producer, instrumentalist, and vocalist Lyncs makes an indie pop demo out of nothing but the objects and prompts within our box.

Tips & Tutorials

Phoenix James and Abner Dennis break down how “Hold On” was made

Watch Phoenix James and Abner Dennis break down their Ableton Live session for James' lead single "Hold On."

Music Theory

How to make lo-fi chord progressions: A beginner’s guide

Learn how to craft memorable lo-fi chord progressions that blend jazzy color, softness, and emotional nuance.

Tips & Tutorials

Alina Smith (ITZY, Fall Out Boy) makes a beat with the weirdest samples

Watch expert producer, songwriter, and vocalist Alina Smith (ITZY, Fall Out Boy) make a beat with unexpected sounds in our new music production challenge.