Tutorials

Editorial | Dec 23, 2018 by Hollin Jones

This year saw updates and new releases covering everything from keyboards and Eurorack modules to chord assistants and MIDI guitars. Here's our roundup of the best MIDI controllers of 2018.

Tutorial | Dec 22, 2018 by Matt Vanacoro

Native and powered plug-ins trade off price and power in different ways - but which system is right for you? In part one of this guide, Matt Vanacoro explains the pros and cons of each.

Tutorial | Dec 21, 2018 by Rich Tozzoli

Recording acoustic guitars using direct input doesn't always sound great, but with a few tricks you can make big improvements. Here, Rich Tozzoli shares his recording secrets.

Tutorial | Dec 17, 2018 by Joe Albano

Software instruments can make authentic-feeling and sounding bass parts, but you'll need to know a few programming tricks. Joe Albano shares his secrets...

Tutorial | Dec 15, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Confused about mastering? Here are 5 essential things you will need to make your finished tracks sound their best.

Tutorial | Dec 14, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Will Pro Tools' own bundled plugs serve your mastering needs, or should you look further afield? Joe Albano is here to explain your options and which way you might want to go.

Tutorial | Dec 13, 2018 by Joe Albano

We all know the importance of having a good mic selection, but what about all the mic accessories that can make or break a session? Joe Albano hails the unsung heroes of the studio cupboard.

Tip | Dec 12, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Although digital recording is now commonplace, there's still a vocal minority of musicians sticking with analog. But which is better? Here are 3 ways digital is superior, and 2 it's not.

Tutorial | Dec 11, 2018 by Hollin Jones

In a hurry? This 1-minute video from Joe Albano gives you the fundamentals of how audio waveforms work.

Tutorial | Dec 10, 2018 by Joe Albano

Logic has tools to convert audio parts to MIDI data - a process that can be incredibly useful, if you know how to use it. Joe Albano explains exactly how it works.

Tutorial | Dec 07, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Sidechain compression is quick and easy to set up in FL Studio 20. Here's how you can use it to get that classic pumping effect for basses and pads.

Tutorial | Dec 06, 2018 by Lynda Arnold

The Health and Wellness industry is expected to grow exponentially in the coming years. Here are some tips from an experienced practitioner of making sonic textures for yoga and meditation.

Tutorial | Dec 05, 2018 by Noah Pred

The Envelope Follower In Ableton Live 10 is a powerful tool that can take your tracks to places you never expected - if you know how to use it. Here's Noah Pred to show you...

Tutorial | Dec 03, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Here are the techniques you need to know to import stems, loops and more into your Studio One project - with full automatic tempo stretching.

Tutorial | Nov 29, 2018 by Hollin Jones

There's plenty of advice out there about promoting your music. But how much of it is worth listening to? Here are some facts you need to hear - even if you might not like all of them.