Tutorials

Tutorial | May 28, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

Reason's new drum sequencer is great at helping you quickly building patterns. But it also makes creating entire performances a breeze. Here's why it is the go-to Rack Exension for beat makers.

Tutorial | May 27, 2018 by Hollin Jones

VocalSynth 2 from iZotope isn't just a pitch corrector, it opens up a whole new world of creative voice processing. Rishabh Rajan explains how it can work for you.

Tutorial | May 25, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Antelope Audio make some top end DSP-powered EQ plug-ins and here, Alex Solano shows you how to use them to shape and sweeten your tracks - beginning with drums.

Tutorial | May 24, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Logic Pro's Flex Time technology has a number of algorithms you can use, each one best suited to a different kind of audio material. Joshua Carney shows you how to choose the best one for the job.

Tutorial | May 23, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

Korg's Volca Mix finally gives you a dedicated means for connecting the members of the Volca family together. Here's how to do that, as well as wiring in other gear from your studio.

Tutorial | May 22, 2018 by Noah Pred

Ableton Live 10 includes a revamped set of modulation tools including an LFO, loopable ADSR and a clever Envelope Follower. Noah Pred shows you how to make the most of them.

Tutorial | May 20, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Logic's project chooser is where you can access templates - either Logic's or your own - to get up and running right away. Booker Edwards Jr shows you how it works.

Tutorial | May 18, 2018 by Hollin Jones

It's important to understand the difference between your wider strategy and targeted tactics so your effort is directed most effectively. Here's what you need to know.

Tutorial | May 17, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Using sends and returns is a hangover from the analog days but it's still a vital tool in your mixing arsenal even if you're working digitally. Joe Albano explains why.

Tutorial | May 16, 2018 by Matt Vanacoro

Matt Vanacoro set himself the challenge of using only Bitwig's bundled instruments and effects to produce a track. How did he get on? Read on to find out...

Tutorial | May 14, 2018 by Joshua Casper

Routing audio inside Ableton Live is a great way to get creative with your productions. But rather than use a third party tool, why not build your own setup? It's easier than you may think.

Tutorial | May 12, 2018 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

It's a topic that arouses emotions in many people, but the fact remains that there isn't one perfect system for everyone. Matt Hepworth shares how he switched from a Mac to a Windows system.

Tutorial | May 11, 2018 by Hollin Jones

In this short video, Thavius Beck deconstructs the concept of phase synthesis to give you a clear understanding of how to master this powerful synth for better sound design.

Tutorial | May 11, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Get to grips with the fundamentals of programming and producing tech house, starting with a classic beat. This short video shows you how.

Tutorial | May 10, 2018 by Joe Albano

Using an analog stage when recording digitally is common practice and can be a good way to give a warmer and more authentic sound to your recordings. Joe Albano explains how it works.