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How to make a neurofunk track (free project file included)
Veteran drum and bass producer Redpill showcases how to make a neurofunk track and offers a free project file for producers to experiment with firsthand.
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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.
5 production tips from Mad Keys (free template included)
Veteran producer, artist, and instrumentalist Mad Keys sat down with us to share his top five tips for music production.
The 6 best free plugins for your vocal chain (VST / AU)
From EQs to pitch correction tools, we share six of the best free vocal plugins (VST / AU) that you can add to your mixes in 2024.
The best free music production plugins for 2024
Let's explore a selection of indispensable free music production plugins that can elevate your tracks without denting your budget.
What is MIDI in music (and how do you use it)?
Learn about what MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is, its unique history, and how to use it as a powerful tool for making music.
The best sampling software (VSTs and apps) in 2024
We’ve tried our fair share of virtual samplers—here are 16 of our favorites, from VST plugins to mobile apps.
The best tools for music producers (free sounds included)
From sound design plugins to platforms for sharing your music, explore some of the best tools out there for music producers.
5 tips for recording sample packs from Kaelin Ellis (free template included)
Multi-platinum music producer and educator Kaelin Ellis shares five tips for recording high-quality sample packs.
4 free sound design plugins for your music in 60 seconds
From powerful filters to emerging AI tools, we cover four free sound design plugins that are great additions to any music producer's toolkit.
How tape machines shape the lo-fi sound
Learn about the origins of the lo-fi sound, including saturation, wow, flutter, and tape delay—and how the quirks of analog tape machines have translated to the digital domain.
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip hop
From MPCs and vinyl shopping to FL grids and sample chopping, today we celebrate the sounds, styles, and creators of hip hop.