Tutorials

Tutorial | Jan 23, 2017 by Joe Albano

The sound of tape can lend warmth and authenticity to your tracks. Here's how to get the analog effect using digital tools.

Tutorial | Jan 22, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Get a great retro sound without the hassle of owning a hulking beast of a keyboard - go virtual!

Tutorial | Jan 21, 2017 by Matt Vanacoro

Follow Matt Vanacoro as he tries his hand at building a Korg hardware synth for the first time using LittleBits.

Tutorial | Jan 20, 2017 by Jay Asher

Arranging your jazz horns is equal parts art and science. Learn about how the masters did it with this quick tutorial.

Tutorial | Jan 19, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Getting a great vocal sound is easier when you know some production tricks. Double tracking is a good one to have in your toolbox!

Tutorial | Jan 18, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Making your own samples can be fun and even profitable. Here are some great tips to get you started.

Tutorial | Jan 17, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Grooves can be used to change the feel of any part, and they're quick and easy to work with. AfroDJMac shows you how in this short video.

Tutorial | Jan 16, 2017 by Hollin Jones

How do oscillators work when designing bass sounds? Multiplier demystifies the process with a quick and easy-to-follow video.

Tutorial | Jan 15, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Mastering is the crucial last step in the production process. Here are some mastering apps that you should definitely check out.

Tutorial | Jan 14, 2017 by Sara Simms

An opening DJ set is an art form and considered one of the most challenging DJ sets to play. Opening DJs need to set the mood, warm up an empty venue and gradually coax people onto the dance floor.

Tutorial | Jan 13, 2017 by Jason Turbin

Tutorial | Jan 13, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

Project setup is crucial in any DAW and in this video, Hollin Jones shows you how to nail things down quickly and easily in Cubasis for iPad.

Tutorial | Jan 12, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Bounce in place might not sound like a sexy feature for a DAW. But G.W Childs shows how much this feature can improve and influence your production workflow in Propellerhead Reason.

Tutorial | Jan 12, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Free doesn't have to mean basic, and this quick video shows you how to make a cool synth bass pattern in just a couple of minutes.

Tutorial | Jan 11, 2017 by Joshua Casper

Before you retreat, this tutorial requires NO soldering or coding skills! With an Arduino Uno, Ableton Live 9, Max for Live and select tools you can make your own analog controller for Ableton Live!