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Analog-to-digital conversion (ADC): What it is and how it works
Let’s explore how analog-to-digital conversion has completely redefined our approach to music in the modern era.
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Tips & Tutorials
Explore actionable production tips, step-by-step tutorials, track breakdowns, and more.
Exploring the history of the steel pan
Let's explore the history of the steel pan, examining its origins and the key innovators who helped craft its unmistakable sound.
How to set up a live performance workflow using Studio One 5
We walk through Studio One 5's Show Page and put on our own live performance in order to demo just how powerful it can be.
The 3 hardest sounds to emulate with software instruments
Let's discuss three common sounds that tend to be hard to replace with software instruments, and take a listen to some specific emulations that give it their best shot.
How to start a sample label: Marketing, finances, and branding
We spoke with four sample label leaders from the Splice community to learn the ins and outs of running a sample label business.
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.
Here’s what’s new in Studio One 5
Explore the latest features PreSonus is bringing to Studio One 5, including the brand-new Show Page, Score View, Clip Gain Envelopes, and more.
6 ways to optimize your CPU when working in the DAW
Let's explore a few common tactics and best practices for reducing your CPU’s workload.
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.
Making functional music
Let's explore how thinking about music as a functional endeavor (as opposed to making music for the sake of music) can yield valuable results.
Comparing 3 different piano plugins (stock, free, and paid)
In this video tutorial, we compare three different piano plugins at three different price points.