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Get a free drum machine for Splice INSTRUMENT

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Get a drum machine for Splice INSTRUMENT

Download our free drum machine preset for our new Splice INSTRUMENT plugin—grab these presets during the drop window and they’re yours to keep forever.

Artist Interviews

Shinju on sound design in Serum, the art of imperfections, and more

Read our exclusive interview with shinju, who shares insights on how he crafts his iconic Serum presets, the art of imperfections, and more.

Tips & Tutorials

What is drum and bass music? History, artists, and subgenres

Learn about the rich history of drum and bass music, its key characteristics, subgenres, artists, landmark records, and more.

Free Plugins

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.

+ Free plugins

Tips & Tutorials

What is a chorus in a song? Understanding its role and importance

Dive into the role of a chorus in a song, how it enhances the emotional impact of music, and tips for writing your own.

Tips & Tutorials

How to make music with loops

Learn how loops can unlock your musical creativity in unique ways, and explore tools and techniques for making music with them.

Inspiration

How to organize and revisit your ‘leftover’ music projects

From bouncing demos to revisiting your folder structures, let's explore a few techniques for maximizing your 'leftover' project files.

The 15 best Black Friday deals for music production (2025)

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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.