Tutorials

Tutorial | Jun 01, 2017 by Hollin Jones

PO-32 Tonic from Teenage Engineering puts a wealth of cool FX at your fingertips. Here's a hands-on example of how to program, tweak and record them in real time.

Tutorial | Jun 01, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Looping is at the heart of Live's workflow. Here's a short video that explains how to set up for MIDI input and warm up before performing some MIDI loops.

Tutorial | May 31, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Understanding the way that stereo sound works can help you achieve a more open and natural end result. Here's how to improve your soundstage and mixing skills.

Tutorial | May 30, 2017 by Matt Vanacoro

Logic Pro's ability to apply processing to specific sections of audio is incredibly useful for your workflow, saving you duplicating tracks or automating effects. Matt Vanacoro explains why.

Tutorial | May 27, 2017 by Histibe

Designing sound for specific kinds of video projects requires its own unique approach. Here's how you should approach it, and some pitfalls to watch out for.

Tutorial | May 25, 2017 by Joe Albano

Logic comes with a bunch of bundled plug-ins but while you may know the reverbs and delays, some of the more unusual models have much to offer, as Joe Albano explains.

Tutorial | May 24, 2017 by Jay Asher

So you just know you've got the goods to make hits: you've got the ears, you know the trends, and you've got the nerve. Now you need the gear. Here's why you need an audio interface in your setup.

Tutorial | May 23, 2017 by Joe Albano

The recording process can throw all kinds of curve balls at you, however well prepared you may be. Joe Albano shares some industry secrets that can save your bacon if the worst happens.

Tutorial | May 22, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Of all the mixing tools you can think of, your car probably doesn't feature very high on the list. But it should! Here's why.

Tutorial | May 21, 2017 by Hollin Jones

We can all use some more ways to improve and refine our keyboard playing skills, whatever type of music we make. Here are five top tips.

Tutorial | May 20, 2017 by Matt Vanacoro

There are some core theory concepts that all musicians should know about, regardless of what you play. Matt Vanacoro sets out five of the most important.

Tutorial | May 19, 2017 by Sara Simms

Don't just drag a loop from your desktop to your DAW - find inspiring ways of using hardware to kick off ideas for new tracks with these top tips!

Tutorial | May 18, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Noise is sometimes less well understood than oscillators, but it's just as important when making synth patches. Here's a quick guide to the different noise types and how to use them.

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

Giving or receiving stems for remixing purposes is common in the production world. Here's how to work with them in Ableton Live.

Tutorial | May 16, 2017 by Joshua Casper

Understanding the relationship between the key of different music tracks can make you a better and more effective DJ. Joshua Casper explains the science behind Harmonic DJ Mixing.