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8 free plugins for making better melodies (instruments and effects)
We showcase tips and techniques for making effective melodies, using free instruments and effects plugins to demonstrate.
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4 free software instruments to add to your plugin collection (VST / AU)
In this YouTube Shorts video, we showcase four free software instruments that you can incorporate into your productions today.
How to make your synth lead stand out (free preset included)
We explore the different elements that go into an effective synth lead sound by recreating the instrument in Bag Raiders' "Shooting Stars."
4 lessons on sound design from Wave Racer
Melbourne-based producer Wave Racer shares four key lessons around sound design and creativity.
What is modular synthesis (and why should you care)?
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.
What is FM synthesis?
Let’s discuss how FM synthesis works, what makes it unique, and how you can incorporate its distinctive sound into your own music.
Exploring different digital filter types and techniques
Dive deeper into the world of filtering by learning the difference between analog and digital applications and taking a listen to different filter types.
Recreating the bassline from Dua Lipa’s “Don’t Start Now”
We recreate the iconic bassline from Dua Lipa's "Don't Start Now" using nothing but Astra, Splice's new synthesizer.
What is wavetable synthesis?
Let's discuss how wavetable synthesis works, what makes it unique, and how you can incorporate it into your own music.
How to use Splice’s new Astra synthesizer
Let's explore the key features, workflows, and capabilities of Astra, Splice's all-new software synthesizer.
10 types of melodies you should know about
In this tutorial video, we take a look at ten types of melodies that you should be familiar with as a musician.
3 ways to fix an unfinished or ‘boring’ beat
We walk through three ways you can revisit uninspiring or uncompleted projects and transform them into something exciting.