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Recreating the bassline from Dua Lipa’s “Don’t Start Now”
We recreate the iconic bassline from Dua Lipa's "Don't Start Now" using nothing but Astra, Splice's new synthesizer.
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Sound Design
Explore synthesis, audio effects, and other topics that pertain to the world of sound design.
Madame Gandhi on sound design and mindfulness in music production
Madame Gandhi tells us about her creative process, approach to sound design, advice for other producers, and more.
How to design a weapon sound for video games
Let's explore the steps, techniques, and considerations that go into designing a high-quality weapon sound for video games.
How procedural audio brings sounds to life in video games
We examine a few popular video games that make use of procedural audio, and discuss the benefits and tradeoffs involved with each use case.
3 tips on crafting a unique sonic identity from Nick Ward
Songwriter, vocalist, and producer Nick Ward tells us about his creative process and three ways producers can craft their own sonic identity.
Flipping sounds from outer space in Ableton Live
Explore how you can take otherworldly sounds captured by NASA and incorporate them into your own productions.
Creative sampling techniques for making thematic film scores
Tom Smith of Soundsmiths walks through how he transformed the sounds of various birds into unique textures and instruments for a film score.
What makes the audio of Mario Kart 8 so fantastic?
Let's discuss all of the different elements that constitute the audio design of Mario Kart 8, and what makes each one so effective.
Electric piano sound design tips with J3PO
J3PO uses the Mark One instrument from Addictive Keys Complete Collection to walk through sound design techniques that explore the full potential of electric pianos.
How to design a dynamic game audio mix
Learn about the various techniques game audio designers use to create dynamic, cohesive, and immersive sonic experiences.
How to create an audio soundscape for video games
In this in-depth guide, we walk through how to create a dynamic audio soundscape for video games by exploring the various sound design considerations for an in-game rainforest.
The difference between subtractive, additive, FM, and wavetable synthesis
Learn about four of the most common (but often confused) types of synthesis, and how they're applied to modern productions.