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    Tools

    How to use an AKAI MPC One+

    In this in-depth tutorial, learn about all of the powerful workflow features the iconic AKAI MPC One+ has to offer.

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    Tips & Tutorials

    The vast world of South Asian percussion instruments

    Learn about the history, anatomy, and sounds of South Asian percussion instruments spanning the mridangam, ghatam, chenda, and more.

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    An in-depth look at 5 instruments from South India

    Join us as we take an in-depth look at the origin, structure, function, and more of five instruments from South India.

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    Music Theory

    5 of the most important rhythms in music

    Learn about five influential rhythms that have shaped a wide array of genres and styles across the globe.

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    Stories

    The king of the TR-808: Egyptian Lover on the iconic drum machine

    Egyptian Lover sat down with us to discuss his relationship with the TR-808, bringing two hardware units and a vocoder to lay down some samples and vocals.

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    Tips & Tutorials

    DECAP (DaBaby, Eminem) makes a beat from scratch

    Multi-platinum producer DECAP sat down with us to showcase how he makes a beat from scratch in Ableton Live.

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    Recording

    Recording live bands: 5 fundamental tips for getting a great sound

    From mic placement to acoustic treatment, we showcase five production techniques that are fundamental for recording live bands.

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    FL Studio

    How to make a UK drill beat in FL Studio (with Jay Cactus)

    World-renowned musician and educator Jay Cactus breaks down how to make a UK drill beat in FL Studio.

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    Tools

    Make your drum samples unique with Steinberg’s Backbone

    We walk through all of the major sections and features of Steinberg's Backbone, showing you how to add new layers, sculpt your sounds, and more.

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    Tips & Tutorials

    4 beat making tips you’ll wish you knew earlier

    Veteran producer iBEENART sat down with us to share four timeless beat making tips that he wishes he knew earlier in his own career.

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    Music Theory

    Polyrhythms: What they are and how to use them

    Explore the definition, history, and use cases of polyrhythms, and learn how to use them in your own music.

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    Splice and XLN Audio: How to get your free, zero-credit drum samples

    Until April 4th, Splice subscribers who also rent-to-own XO will get a Collection of zero-credit Splice samples curated by the team at XLN Audio.

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