Tutorials

Tutorial | Dec 28, 2017 by Matt Vanacoro

We can all experience DAW issues and slowdowns, but fixing them can be easier than a trip to the DAW doctor. Matt Vanacoro shares some of his experience on how to declutter your system.

Tutorial | Dec 28, 2017 by Hollin Jones

By forcing MIDI to conform to different scales you can radically change the way a track sounds. In this short video, Noah Pred explains how to do it.

Tutorial | Dec 27, 2017 by Joe Albano

Parallel processing is a key routing and mixing technique that every producer needs to know about. Joe Albano breaks down exactly how it works, and why it's important.

Tutorial | Dec 26, 2017 by Hollin Jones

In a digital world, it's still possible to get analog sound for your productions without using external hardware. In this short video, Rich Tozzoli shows you how it's done.

Tutorial | Dec 21, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Creating clean, smooth fades at the start and end of tracks ensures no unwanted noise makes it through to the mastering stage when you're finishing your tracks. Here's how it works.

Tutorial | Dec 20, 2017 by Hollin Jones

You might not have known that game controllers make the perfect triggers and controllers for samples and effects - but they do! Here's how it works, with many live examples.

Tutorial | Dec 18, 2017 by Hollin Jones

The new 64-bit mix processing engine in Cubase 9.5 delivers more sonically accurate results than ever before. Matt Hepworth explains exactly how it works.

Tutorial | Dec 18, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

Reason Drum Kits is an excellent set of meticulously sampled kits that can really bring an authentic feel to your Reason tracks. Here, Hollin Jones gives you a hands-on demo.

Tutorial | Dec 17, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Computers weren't always king - for many years, a hardware keyboard workstation was the dream item for players and producers. Here are 5 classics and a trip down memory lane.

Tutorial | Dec 17, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Moving from Apple's free GarageBand to Logic Pro involves learning new tools, tricks and techniques. This video with Booker Edwards explains what you need to know.

Tutorial | Dec 15, 2017 by Hollin Jones

See how to position yourself and your mic to get the best results when recording voiceover. Then, explore how to edit the results for a great voice track.

Tutorial | Dec 13, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Resampling inside Live - and other DAWs - is a great way to quickly print down effects, edits and other changes to sounds, giving you a wide range of sound design options. Here's how it works.

Tutorial | Dec 13, 2017 by Hollin Jones

If you're lucky enough to be planning your own recording studio or maybe building one for someone else, here's what you need to know about acoustics.

Tutorial | Dec 12, 2017 by Joe Albano

When someone thinks they have a handle on a process but they actually don't, bad things can happen. Joe Albano advises you how to avoid some of the most common production pitfalls.

Tutorial | Dec 10, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Playing by ear can be tricky to master but it's a great skill to have. Here are 5 tips to help you on your way to being a more instinctive player.