We explore the different elements that go into an effective synth lead sound by recreating the instrument in Bag Raiders’ “Shooting Stars.”
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Discover 12 music production challenges that can help you learn a new skill, try something different, and push yourself in ways you haven’t before.
Melbourne-based producer Wave Racer shares four key lessons around sound design and creativity.
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Let’s explore what modular synthesis is and why its principles are worth exploring, regardless of whether you work with hardware or solely within the DAW.
We explore how you can build a beat that features string instruments in nuanced and interesting ways.
We explore the 8 levels of 808s, spanning everything from basic sustains and glides to uncharted realms of 808 enlightenment.
We uncover the phenomenon that’s behind analog warmth and break down how you can introduce its adored sound to your own music.
From embracing your strengths to breaking the rules, we explore six tips that will help you find and develop your signature sound.
Dive deeper into the world of filtering by learning the difference between analog and digital applications and taking a listen to different filter types.
We recreate the iconic bassline from Dua Lipa’s “Don’t Start Now” using nothing but Astra, Splice’s new synthesizer.