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Get a free acoustic drum kit for Splice INSTRUMENT
Download our free acoustic drum kit preset for Splice INSTRUMENT—grab these presets during the drop window and they’re yours to keep forever.
Reviewing Telepathic Instruments’ Orchid: The synth from the mind of Tame Impala
Expert producer and DJ Devon Johnson unboxes Telepathic Instruments' Orchid and demos its various creative use cases and unique chord generation technology.
9 Logic Pro workflow tips you need to know from SEIDS
Sabrina Seidman (SEIDS) sat down with us to share her nine favorite Logic Pro workflow tips, shortcuts, and organizational hacks.
Get a free nylon guitar for Splice INSTRUMENT
Download our free nylon guitar preset for Splice INSTRUMENT—grab these presets during the drop window and they’re yours to keep forever.
5 underrated FL Studio features you need to know about
From workflow level-ups to new compositional tools, here are five underrated FL Studio features you need to know about.
How to write a dramedy cue for TV: A step-by-step guide
Expert media composer Dave Kropf breaks down how to write a dramedy cue for reality TV, covering sound selection, arrangement, and more.
MIDI editing tips for producing better tracks
From quantization to automation, level up your music with these key MIDI editing tips.
How to write a bassline for different genres (free MIDI and presets included)
Learn how to write a bassline across eight genres—from house and disco to trap and drum and bass—with free MIDI files and Serum presets included.
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DECAP on 8 hits built on Drums That Knock, his approach to sample design, and his new label
From Bad Bunny to Charli XCX, DECAP discusses eight of the countless tracks that the music producer community has identified his drum samples on.
How to make music: Create your own music in 6 steps
Learn the ins-and-outs of how to make music in this complete guide to music production, from picking a DAW to composing, mixing, and mastering your work.
How to use the new Splice Sounds Plugin (beta)
Learn how to use the new Splice Sounds Plugin to find loops and one-shots in new ways and get even more out of the Splice Sounds library.
Reviewing Telepathic Instruments’ Orchid: The synth from the mind of Tame Impala
Expert producer and DJ Devon Johnson unboxes Telepathic Instruments' Orchid and demos its various creative use cases and unique chord generation technology.
9 Logic Pro workflow tips you need to know from SEIDS
Sabrina Seidman (SEIDS) sat down with us to share her nine favorite Logic Pro workflow tips, shortcuts, and organizational hacks.
5 underrated FL Studio features you need to know about
From workflow level-ups to new compositional tools, here are five underrated FL Studio features you need to know about.
How to write a dramedy cue for TV: A step-by-step guide
Expert media composer Dave Kropf breaks down how to write a dramedy cue for reality TV, covering sound selection, arrangement, and more.
MIDI editing tips for producing better tracks
From quantization to automation, level up your music with these key MIDI editing tips.
How to write a bassline for different genres (free MIDI and presets included)
Learn how to write a bassline across eight genres—from house and disco to trap and drum and bass—with free MIDI files and Serum presets included.
10 musical patterns you need to know (rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic)
From polyrhythms to tertiary harmony, we explore ten rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic musical patterns that every music creator should know.
How to make a MIDI guitar sound real (free MIDI files included)
Learn how to make your MIDI guitar sound real with our practical tips on chord structures, strumming patterns, and melodic lines.
Get a free acoustic drum kit for Splice INSTRUMENT
Download our free acoustic drum kit preset for Splice INSTRUMENT—grab these presets during the drop window and they’re yours to keep forever.
Get a free nylon guitar for Splice INSTRUMENT
Download our free nylon guitar preset for Splice INSTRUMENT—grab these presets during the drop window and they’re yours to keep forever.
The 10 best free music production plugins for 2026 (instruments and effects)
From long-time classics to game-changing newcomers, we overview ten free plugins that have the potential to be your next music production toolkit staple in 2026.
Free Drops for Splice INSTRUMENT
Find the full list of current and past Free Drops for Splice INSTRUMENT—grab these presets during the drop window and they’re yours to keep forever.
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.
The 6 best reverb plugins for vocals with SIRMA (free presets included)
Expert artist, songwriter, and music producer SIRMA showcases six reverb plugins for vocals that have become staples in her toolkit.
11 sad chord progressions you need to know (free MIDI files included)
We analyze 11 sad chord progressions and some songs they're used in to identify what makes them so effective at tugging at our heartstrings.
The 8 levels of 808s (free sounds and MIDI files included)
We explore the 8 levels of 808s, spanning everything from basic sustains and glides to uncharted realms of 808 enlightenment.
Gavin Brivik on scoring Faces of Death, sound design techniques, and collaboration
In this interview, award-winning composer Gavin Brivik discusses his creative process behind composing the score for Faces of Death.
What is an audio interface (and why would you need one)?
Learn about how an audio interface works, why you would need one as a musician, and which interfaces you should consider in 2026.
Home studio acoustic treatment: An in-depth DIY guide
Dive into DIY home studio acoustic treatment approaches that are viable within three different budgets: $0, $500, and $1,000.
Types of microphones: A guide to how they work and best use cases
Join us as we explore a few of the most common types of microphones, what makes them work, and what sets them apart.
Touring The Pharmacy Studios (Dr. Dre, Eminem) with TRINITY
Join us on an exclusive tour of The Pharmacy Studios, where Dr. Dre, Michael Jackson, Eminem, and countless others have recorded their hits.
What is phantom power (and when do you need it)?
Learn about what phantom power is, how it works, and when and why you need it when you're making music using microphones and other devices.
Vocal comping: The 4 steps for getting perfect vocals
Learn about what vocal comping is and explore key tips and tricks you can apply to get the best final results possible.
Audio cable types: A complete guide (with pictures)
Learn about common audio cable types spanning TS, TRS, XLR, MIDI, USB, and more, and how you can use them effectively when making music.
Julian Bunetta talks songwriting, One Direction, and the “Espresso” loop
GRAMMY-nominated songwriter Julian Bunetta (One Direction, Teddy Swims) discusses how he got started, the stories behind his biggest hits, and more.
Southside on his come-up, working with Future, and going on a duck hunt
Southside sat down with us to discuss his come-up, how hunting helps his mental health, working with Future, and much, much more.
KSHMR talks producing for Justin Bieber and Beyoncé, making sample packs, and more
Globally-acclaimed producer and artist KSHMR discusses his landmark collaborations, greatest learnings, new sample pack, and more.
Yaeji reflects on With A Hammer, healing trauma through music, and her favorite video games
Yaeji sat down with us to discuss her creative process behind With A Hammer, philosophical approach to performing live, favorite video games, and more.
Mike Shinoda on crafting Meteora, songwriting, and the art of vocal production
We sat down with Mike Shinoda (Linkin Park, Fort Minor) to discuss the creative process behind Meteora, how it informs his trajectory for the music he's releasing today, his advice for budding music creators, and more.
Oliver talks production tips, the “Espresso” sample, ’00s hip hop, and more
Oliver discusses his tips for producers, biggest sample placements, philosophy on music creation, and more.
Best mastering plugins for Pro Tools (free and paid)
We explore the best mastering plugins for Pro Tools, including powerful free options as well as industry-standard paid tools.
How loud should you master your music?
Learn about the most important factors that go into answering the age-old question of how loud you should master your music.
How to prepare your mix for mastering: 5 essential tips
From leaving headroom to best practices for exporting, here are five essential tips that will help you prepare your mix for mastering.
Exporting your song: The best settings for bouncing audio explained
Learn about sample rate, bit depth, dithering, and the various other parameters you might come across when exporting your song from the DAW.
What is dithering in audio? When to dither and how it works
Learn how dithering can help enhance the sound of your digital audio, despite the fact that it adds noise to the waveform.
What are inter-sample peaks and true peaks?
Learn about what inter-sample peaks / true peaks are, why and where they occur, and to what extent you should pay attention to them when creating music.
Make learning a habit with our top tips and tutorials on music production
We’ve compiled some of our most popular articles and videos across the realm of music creation to help you get back in that groove.
5 mastering myths you’ve believed this whole time
We discuss five common mastering myths you may have heard before, and shed light on the reality that lies behind each of them.
10 musical patterns you need to know (rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic)
From polyrhythms to tertiary harmony, we explore ten rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic musical patterns that every music creator should know.
What is microtonality in music? Definition and why it matters
Learn about what microtonality is, dive into its history, and explore how you can apply it in your own music.
What is modulation in music?
Learn about the two different definitions and various creative use cases of modulation in music.
How to create vocal harmonies: A step-by-step guide
Explore the qualities that make a vocal harmony effective and learn how to write your own harmonies from scratch.
What are chord inversions? A music theory guide
Learn about what chord inversions are and explore ways to use them for better voice leading and more nuanced emotional impact.
Music modes: What they are and how to use them
Learn about what musical modes are, the seven common diatonic modes, and how you can use them to achieve new colors in your music.
What are parallel chords?
Discover how parallel chords can add depth, emotion, and harmonic interest to your music.
John Legend shares his go-to chord progressions
John Legend shares some of his favorite chord progressions that he instinctively reaches for when trying out the new sounds inside of Splice INSTRUMENT.
Splice is now integrated with MCP: Artist-made sounds, wherever you create
Splice embraces extensibility by supporting MCP, which allows users to build new creative experiences with Splice Sounds.
Introducing the Splice Sounds Plugin (now in beta)
We’re excited to introduce the Splice Sounds Plugin, now available in public beta—bringing Splice’s entire sound library (and additional brand-new features) directly into any DAW.
Splice at The 2026 NAMM Show
Splice will be at the NAMM Show (January 20-24) in Anaheim, California to speak about the latest in AI innovation and music education across the industry.
Splice is now integrated in Ableton Live 12.3+
Splice is now integrated into Ableton Live—discover, audition, and drop in sounds from Splice without ever leaving the DAW.
Win VIP tickets and a meet & greet with John Legend on his Get Lifted anniversary tour
We’re excited to give music creators a one-of-a-kind chance to meet John Legend in person on his Get Lifted anniversary tour.
Introducing Splice INSTRUMENT: Our new flagship virtual instrument plugin
Explore Splice INSTRUMENT, our virtual instrument plugin that puts an ever-growing catalog of free and premium sounds at your fingertips.
From inspiration to expression: The next chapter of Splice tools
We're excited to share two new Beta releases that mark the next step in Splice' journey.
Win $1,000 and join our live beat battle with Southside in Los Angeles
Following the release of Southside’s new sample pack on Splice, we’re excited to announce a one-of-a-kind live beat battle with him as the judge.