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Understanding Sound Synthesis: A Beginner’s Guide
The process of creating sounds using synthesizers is called synthesis. In electronic music, synthesis is how producers transform raw electronic signals into musical sounds that
Studying Music Arrangements: A Guide to Track Analysis
Many producers wonder how to craft better arrangements, and a great way to improve is by studying the arrangements in well-produced tracks. But unlike visual
How to Get Out of the Loop and Arrange it into a Full Track
For many music producers, especially those just starting out, one of the biggest challenges is breaking free from the infamous “loop trap.” You start with
Best 909 drum sample packs for techno
My favourite 909 sample packs for techno production Since the rise of techno in the early ‘90s, the Roland TR-909 drum machine has played a
How to make money as a music producer
8 ways to earn money as a music producer Producing music can be a deeply rewarding hobby. While many people start without thinking about financial
How much music streaming services pay per stream in 2024
In today’s music landscape, streaming services are indispensable. They’ve saved the music industry, particularly record labels, from collapse. With the rise of illegal file-sharing platforms
How psychoacoustic principles affect music production
How our sound perception affects music composition and mixing Hearing is very important as a music producer, but our ears are a nuisance when you’re
What is the 80/20 rule in music production?
What is the Pareto Principle? The Pareto Principle is rooted in the observation that 80% of outcomes often come from 20% of causes. Initially, Vilfredo
Is it better to produce music on headphones or monitors?
Producing on headphones vs. speakers: What are the advantages? In the world of music production, the debate between producing on headphones versus speakers has become
How to produce tracks that don’t sound the same
How to stop repeating yourself by avoiding the same habits Have you ever listened to a track you just finished, only to realise it sounds
Why you should listen to different musical genres – even the ones you don’t like
How diverse music listening habits can boost creativity in music production It’s easy to fall into the habit of listening to the same types
What is active music listening?
How to to listening to music consciously layer by layer Have you ever found yourself wondering how to truly connect with the music you love?