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.
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Sound Design
Explore synthesis, audio effects, and other topics that pertain to the world of sound design.
The top 10 sound design plugins and VSTs you didn’t know you needed
Here are ten high-quality sound design plugins (VST / AU) that can help you reimagine your musical ideas in unique but powerful ways.
5 ways to create your own FX in Ableton Live with Alina Smith
Alina Smith (Fall Out Boy, ITZY) opens up a fresh Ableton Live session to share five of her top sound design gems with the Splice community.
4 tips on leveling up your sound design from Kilamanzego
Philly-based producer Kilamanzego shares four powerful lessons around sound design and creativity.
What is compression? How to use compressors in music production
In this 101 guide to audio compressors, we answer the popular question "What is compression?" by exploring the effect's sound, main parameters in music, and more.
3 powerful ways to transform melodic samples
Producer / songwriter Meredith Bull dropped by the Splice YouTube channel to share three unique ways she transforms melodic samples.
Exploring the world of sound in Pokémon Legends: Arceus
Let's explore how and why the sounds of Pokémon Legends: Arceus stand uniquely apart from the series' previous installments.
The 4 different elements of texture in music production
Let's explore four elements that will allow you to more deeply explore and apply the concept of texture in your music.
4 sound design ideas around processing ad-libs
From applying rhythmic delays to experimenting with pitch shifting, we explore four ideas for different ways to process, design, and mix ad-libs.
What is waveshaping? How to add color to the simplest of sounds
We explore two particularly popular waveshaping techniques that can be used to transform the timbre of your sounds.
How to make your synth lead stand out (free preset included)
We explore the different elements that go into an effective synth lead sound by recreating the instrument in Bag Raiders' "Shooting Stars."
4 lessons on sound design from Wave Racer
Melbourne-based producer Wave Racer shares four key lessons around sound design and creativity.
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