{"id":1688,"date":"2015-05-14T11:07:34","date_gmt":"2015-05-14T15:07:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/?p=1688"},"modified":"2026-02-13T12:58:06","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T17:58:06","slug":"creating-a-buildup-in-edm-with-ableton-live","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/creating-a-buildup-in-edm-with-ableton-live\/","title":{"rendered":"Splice Tips: Creating an EDM Buildup with Ableton Live"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Buildups are a cornerstone of EDM arrangements and are essential for creating anticipation in a mix. Constructing an effective buildup section will raise hands and heart rates until your audience is practically begging for you to let the beat drop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this video, Christopher Petti examines the construction of an EDM buildup and offers concrete examples and methods for creating all of the essential components. 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