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    • Music Theory / April 7, 2023
      Music Theory

      The Lydian mode: A comprehensive guide The Lydian mode: A comprehensive guide

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    • Music Theory / March 23, 2023
      Music Theory

      Polyrhythms: What they are and how to use them Polyrhythms: What they are and how to use them

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    • Routines & Process / February 27, 2023
      Routines & Process

      5 benefits of embracing a DIY approach as a musician in 2023 5 benefits of embracing a DIY approach as a musician in 2023

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    • Tools / January 28, 2023
      Tools

      The best free plugins and tools you need for your music in 2023 The best free plugins and tools you need for your music in 2023

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    Tips & Tutorials / May 21, 2022
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    Elohim on 5 tips for having effective studio sessions

    Singer, songwriter, and producer Elohim sat down with us to share her five tips on how to make the best music that you possibly can in the studio.

    Tips & Tutorials / December 18, 2021
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    Flipping Christmas songs into beats in FL Studio

    In this beat making challenge, we flip two Christmas songs (The Emotions’ “What Do The Lonely Do At Christmas?” and Issac Hayes’ “The Mistletoe and Me”) into smooth beats in FL Studio.

    Tips & Tutorials / November 22, 2021
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    Flipping anime OSTs into beats in FL Studio

    We flip the music from Lupin the Third, Princess Minerva, and Blue Exorcist to demonstrate how anime OSTs can spark creativity and inspire us to create something new.

    Tips & Tutorials / October 23, 2021
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    Flipping horror movie soundtracks into beats with FL Studio

    In celebration of spooky season, we did some virtual crate digging to flip four unique horror movie soundtracks into hard-hitting beats.

    Tips & Tutorials / September 25, 2021
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    How to make a lo-fi house beat in 10 minutes

    Get a firsthand look into the basics of arranging lo-fi house rhythms, chord progressions, and basslines in Ableton Live.

    Tips & Tutorials / August 9, 2021
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    Sampling and sound design tips for string instruments

    We explore how you can build a beat that features string instruments in nuanced and interesting ways.

    Tips & Tutorials / July 24, 2021
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    How to add analog warmth to your tracks using plugins

    We uncover the phenomenon that’s behind analog warmth and break down how you can introduce its adored sound to your own music.

    Mixing / June 27, 2021
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    How to use parallel compression in your music

    Learn about what parallel compression is and how you can use it to glue your sounds together while preserving transients and dynamics.

    Tips & Tutorials / June 18, 2021
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    How to make a boom bap beat in 10 minutes

    Get a firsthand look into the basics of arranging boom bap rhythms, chord progressions, and scratch sounds in Ableton Live.

    Tips & Tutorials / June 14, 2021
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    Exploring the world of skeuomorphism

    Let’s talk about what skeuomorphism is, how the principle is applied in audio plugins, and why it still matters in 2021 and beyond.

    Mixing / May 27, 2020
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    How to create a vocal chain from start to finish

    Let’s take a look at how we can use emulation plugins to create a vocal chain that’s both adaptable and affordable.

    Mixing / February 27, 2020
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    How to apply vocal compression: Techniques, best practices, and more

    Explore the when, how, and why you should (or shouldn’t) apply vocal compression.

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