{"id":21734,"date":"2022-05-24T17:50:48","date_gmt":"2022-05-24T21:50:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/?p=21734"},"modified":"2025-10-02T11:25:44","modified_gmt":"2025-10-02T15:25:44","slug":"music-production-for-songwriters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/music-production-for-songwriters\/","title":{"rendered":"Music production for songwriters: How to get started"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p style=\"font-size:15px\" class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Illustration:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.benediktrugar.de\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Benedikt Rugar (opens in a new tab)\"><strong>Benedikt Rugar<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your phone\u2019s storage space is taken up by notes and voice recordings, and your hard drive is full of finished songs that never really went anywhere.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As a songwriter, you have countless ideas, but most of them never see the light of day. Why is that?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, unfortunately, it\u2019s not enough to just <a href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/tips-writing-better-lyrics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">write lyrics<\/a> and melodies\u2014someone needs to produce the music that will help turn your vision into an actual song.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is especially true for songwriters who are (or hoping to become) artists, but it also applies to those of us who just want to make a living as a songwriter. Your songs will have a much better chance at getting picked up by other artists if you can get a demo version produced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, finding a music producer whose style, creative process, and values align with yours can be challenging. Not to mention, getting them to produce song after song, not knowing whether anything will come of them, can be a huge investment in both time and money that you may not have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why being able to produce your own music as a songwriter can be such a valuable skill. You don\u2019t need to be the next Max Martin, but having at least some understanding of how digital music production works and <a href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/record-vocals-at-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"being able to record your ideas (opens in a new tab)\">being able to record your ideas<\/a> can have a massive impact on your music career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we break down the core essentials for getting started with music production for songwriters, from the equipment you&#8217;ll need to the processes you&#8217;ll want to understand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-c3706cc98d779b0d6fb864120a14adaa\" style=\"background-color:#62daff\"><strong>Voice to verse\u2014anywhere. With the addition of Splice Mic, you can instantly test and record ideas, explore genres, and unlock new creative possibilities, all from <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/splice.onelink.me\/vNNn\/sozstw8b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>the Splice mobile app.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The value of understanding music production for songwriters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can, of course, take it all the way and learn how to produce distribution-ready music completely on your own. If you\u2019re an artist, this will potentially save you thousands of dollars. Plus, you may even be able to produce for other clients and make extra income. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But even if that\u2019s not your goal, just <a href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/how-to-make-music\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"learning the basics of music production (opens in a new tab)\">learning the basics of music production<\/a> will allow you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Find your own unique style<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve your songwriting <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Produce demos to pitch to other artists<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Produce demos to show to another producer, who can then polish them up and get them ready for distribution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaborate with other producers and accurately express your ideas about how you want your song to sound<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you&#8217;re aware of the benefits of understanding music production for songwriters, let\u2019s get into how to actually get started. We won\u2019t get into too much detail about specific DAWs and techniques\u2014there are plenty of great articles about this on the Splice blog\u2014but we\u2019ll cover the basics steps you\u2019ll need to take and the factors you\u2019ll want to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Gather equipment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Building your home studio won\u2019t happen overnight. Some seasoned producers might tell you that you need to spend thousands of dollars on this, that, and the other, but it often takes them years to find and pay for their favorite tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re just starting out, focus on getting the following basics. As you gainn more experience producing, you\u2019ll be able to tell when it\u2019s time to upgrade and expand your toolbox.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Computer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=OWRC3r2wxtw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"you\u2019ll need a laptop (opens in a new tab)\">you\u2019ll need a laptop<\/a> or desktop computer. Look for something with a powerful processor, at least 16 GB of RAM, and plenty of storage. You\u2019ll likely also need an external hard drive at some point, as project files and plugins tend to take up a lot of space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">DAW<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A DAW (short for digital audio workstation) is the software you\u2019ll use to produce music. Popular options include Ableton Live, Logic Pro, GarageBand, and FL Studio, though there are many others. We discuss all of these (and more) and provide links to where you can download them in <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"our introductory guide to beat making. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/how-to-make-beats-for-a-song\/\" target=\"_blank\">this introductory guide to beat making.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, the right choice for you will depend on the type of computer you have (Apple vs. Windows), your budget, and your personal preferences. Be sure to get trial versions of your top picks before making a final choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Headphones or speakers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At some point, you\u2019ll probably want to invest in a nice pair of studio monitors, but at the beginning, you can get away with <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"an affordable pair of headphones. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/3-most-important-budget-headphones\/\" target=\"_blank\">an affordable pair of headphones.<\/a> Particularly if you\u2019re not going to be doing an extensive amount of mixing and mastering (which we\u2019ll touch on in a later section), headphones will be all you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">MIDI controller<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This isn&#8217;t a must-have\u2014it\u2019s entirely possible to produce music with just your keyboard and mouse. That being said, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"a MIDI controller (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/3-most-important-midi-controllers\/\" target=\"_blank\">a MIDI controller<\/a> will let you work faster and produce more natural-sounding music, since it captures the velocity with which you play and other small details. Especially if you already play piano, you\u2019ll probably find that having a MIDI controller makes producing much more intuitive and enjoyable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Audio interface<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you play other instruments such as bass or electric guitar and want to include them in your projects, you\u2019ll need <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"an audio interface. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/what-is-an-audio-interface\/\" target=\"_blank\">an audio interface.<\/a> This is what will allow you to plug in your instruments and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"convert their vibrations into digital sound. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/analog-to-digital-conversion\/\" target=\"_blank\">convert their vibrations into digital sound.<\/a> The audio interface is also what you\u2019ll use to connect your microphone to your computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Microphone<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ll be recording lead and background vocals at home, <a href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/best-vocal-microphones\/\">you\u2019ll need a microphone<\/a>. You could also use your voice as an instrument, or add special vocal effects to your production. There are even plugins that allow you to use your voice as a MIDI controller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Learn a bit of music theory<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As a songwriter, you might already have a basic understanding of music theory. Or, maybe you simply go with what \u201csounds good.\u201d The latter is perfectly fine, but if you\u2019re hoping to transition into music production, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"learning a bit of music theory will make your job a lot easier. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/an-introduction-to-music-theory\/\" target=\"_blank\">learning a bit of music theory will likely make your job a lot easier.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing theory will help take the guesswork out of <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"chords, (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/an-introduction-to-harmony\/\" target=\"_blank\">chords,<\/a> <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"melodies, (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/an-introduction-to-melody\/\" target=\"_blank\">melodies,<\/a> and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"rhythms. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/an-introduction-to-rhythm\/\" target=\"_blank\">rhythms.<\/a> It&#8217;ll also help you produce faster and better understand what makes a memorable song. Not to mention, it can actually make you <em>more<\/em> creative\u2014it sounds counterintuitive, but understanding the &#8216;rules&#8217; can help you break them better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Familiarize yourself with your DAW<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve chosen a DAW, spend some time getting to know it. Look up tutorials online, take a course, or simply play around with it on your own. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may feel a little overwhelmed at first\u2014there are so many functions to learn, tutorials to watch, and tricks to master. But remember this: there\u2019s no need to learn it all at once. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply get to a point where you know how to load up instruments, use your MIDI controller, and add effects. As you move on to the upcoming steps, you\u2019ll naturally have more questions about how to do certain things, at which point you can dive into specific tutorials and learn new things as you go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also use tools like <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/sounds\/create\" target=\"_blank\">Create<\/a> in conjunction with your DAW if you want to first get started by arranging loops rather than going straight to composing with MIDI\u2014Create automatically matches tempo and BPM, which is great for songwriters who might still be relatively <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/an-introduction-to-music-theory\/\" target=\"_blank\">new to the world of music theory.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plugins<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you first start out, feel free to use the native plugins, virtual instruments, and effects that come with your DAW. As you spend more time producing, you may find that you want to turn to third-party tools in order to get the exact sound you\u2019re looking for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-dd320c3fc9d4cbcf09bb2f5eaf21283e\" style=\"background-color:#62daff\"><strong>Splice INSTRUMENT is a virtual instrument plugin that puts world-class sounds at your fingertips. <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/instrument\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Download it for free<\/strong><\/a><strong> and start making music with hundreds of pro-quality presets\u2014plus new, exclusive Free Drops every month to keep your ideas flowing.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sounds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking to expand your sonic palette beyond what&#8217;s offered in your DAW, there are millions of royalty-free samples available on <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Splice Sounds, (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/features\/sounds\" target=\"_blank\">Splice Sounds,<\/a> crafted by the world\u2019s top producers and sound designers. If you ever feel stuck or you\u2019re not sure how to achieve a certain sound, you&#8217;ll more than likely find what you need on Splice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Try to recreate your favorite songs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Music production isn&#8217;t just about knowing your way around your DAW\u2014a big part of it has to do with song arrangement, or knowing which instruments to layer together, when to add extra elements (and when to hold off), and how to create energy and movement within a song. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to learn this is by recreating existing songs. Identify songs you like, <a href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/use-active-listening-inspire-song\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"listen carefully to how they\u2019re produced, (opens in a new tab)\">listen carefully to how they\u2019re produced,<\/a> and try to recreate them as accurately as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout the process, you\u2019ll learn what you like, why it works, and how to achieve the same effect with your own music. You\u2019ll likely also hear things that you\u2019re not sure how to do\u2014this is a great opportunity to look up a quick tutorial and learn something new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Try to produce an original song<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you feel like you have a good grasp on what makes a good song, it\u2019s time to put this knowledge to the test and try producing something original. This is an exciting step, because this is where you\u2019ll start to <a href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/tips-finding-signature-sound\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"discover your own unique style and signature sound. (opens in a new tab)\">discover your own unique style and signature sound.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important thing to remember here is to have patience. The first few songs you try to produce likely won\u2019t be any good. But every time you sit down to practice, you\u2019ll learn something new and get a little bit better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Learn mixing and mastering (optional) <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The final steps in music production are <a href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/an-introduction-to-mixing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">mixing<\/a> and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"mastering. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/splice.com\/blog\/mastering-101-what-is-mastering\/\" target=\"_blank\">mastering.<\/a> Mixing is the process of adjusting all the different elements in a song to make sure they sound good together. Mastering optimizes the sound quality and ensures that the song sounds the same across different playback devices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some producers are well versed in mixing and mastering and are able to get their music ready for distribution on their own. If you\u2019re keen on learning how to do it, it never hurts to expand your skillset. That being said, many others find that they\u2019re too close to their projects to be able to objectively mix and master them, so they outsource the finishing touches to other professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your goal with music production is to be able to produce demos or collaborate with other producers, you likely don\u2019t need to learn mixing and mastering. And if you\u2019re hoping to produce distribution-ready songs, but you\u2019re overwhelmed by the idea of learning a whole new discipline, it\u2019s also perfectly fine to outsource mixing and mastering to someone else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion: Music production for songwriters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s a steep learning curve when it comes to music production for songwriters (or anyone without prior experience with a DAW, for that matter). So, don\u2019t give up when things get hard or you can\u2019t seem to translate what you hear in your head to your workstation. There will always be something you don\u2019t know or you haven\u2019t tried yet, so allow yourself as much time as you need to figure it out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As long as you stay open to feeling like a beginner, keep practicing regularly, and remember to have fun, you\u2019ll get better and better. 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