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The 3 levels of sound design (free presets included)
We walk through the three levels of sound design, the techniques that comprise them, and how to apply them to your own productions.
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Sound Design
Explore synthesis, audio effects, and other topics that pertain to the world of sound design.
Granular synthesis: A guide to what it is and how to use it
Learn about what granular synthesis is and how you can use the technique to create immersive soundscapes out of deceptively simple one-shots.
How to make monster sounds (free Ableton and Serum presets included)
Let's create our own monster sounds from scratch via two different approaches: synthesis and recorded audio.
What is binaural audio? How binaural recording works
Learn about what binaural audio is, how it works, and why it's a technique that's gaining popularity across different musical (and non-musical) contexts.
4 invaluable tips on sound design from sv1
Experimental producer, sound designer, and educator sv1 shares four key lessons around sound design and creativity.
Malay (Frank Ocean, Lorde) on 4 ways to level up your productions
GRAMMY-winning producer Malay (Frank Ocean, John Legend, Lorde) shares four versatile tips that can help you elevate your productions.
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.
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.
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.