Tutorials

Tutorial | Dec 30, 2016 by Joshua Casper

Ableton Live's racks can be as simple and complex as you wish them to be. Don't be put off by perceived complexity though. There's lots of cool things you can do and Joshua Casper shows some here.

Tutorial | Dec 26, 2016 by Matt Vanacoro

Playing drum patterns on your MIDI keyboard need not be a drag. Here's four quick tips to help you get the rhythms in your head to your tracks.

Tutorial | Dec 25, 2016 by G.W. Childs IV

The analog monophonic synth from Vermona, Mono Lancet 15, has been carefully sampled in creating this special Ableton Live Drum Pack and project. And best of all it's FREE for you from AskAudio.

Tutorial | Dec 23, 2016 by Lynda Arnold

Even if you enjoy composing, recording, producing music alone it might be worth considering working with others. Collaborations can bring unexpected, and perhaps powerful results.

Tutorial | Dec 22, 2016 by Hollin Jones

The Lurssen Mastering Console for Mac, PC and iPad can be a quick and easy way of mastering your tracks and turning a good mix into a professionally produced piece of music.

Tutorial | Dec 21, 2016 by Hollin Jones

Applying Groove Files to clips in Ableton Live is easy, fast and effective. Find out how they work and can make your music sound more human in this short video from AfroDJMac.

Tutorial | Dec 20, 2016 by Matt Vanacoro

If you're interested in taking your home or project studio to the next level here's how to get the most from your hard drive storage to create a fast, reliable and seamless setup.

Tutorial | Dec 19, 2016 by Hollin Jones

NI's flagship performance apps can now sync seamlessly with loads of other Link-enabled desktop and iOS applications!

Tutorial | Dec 18, 2016 by Rich Tozzoli

Virtual guitar amp emulations are becoming better and better. Does that mean the hardware amp days are numbered? Rich Tozzoli weighs in on the pros and cons of recording with vintage guitar amps.

Tutorial | Dec 17, 2016 by Shane Berry

It's become common for music production to happen in rooms with no acoustic treatment and monitors badly positioned. Shane Berry explains why and how to calibrate your speakers. Essential reading.

Tutorial | Dec 16, 2016 by Gary Hiebner

Tutorial | Dec 15, 2016 by Noah Pred

If you've got drum hardware machines, synths and sequencers in your studio, Ableton Live can be a great hub. But it can be complicated to get all MIDI and audio in sync, right? Noah Pred shows how.

Tutorial | Dec 14, 2016 by Hollin Jones

A gritty vocal sound is crucial to achieving the perfect Bass House feel. Find out how it's done with this short video from Multiplier.

Tutorial | Dec 13, 2016 by Sara Simms

You say scratching, I say sktratching... In this article turntablists Sara Simms and deejay stutter share some exclusive scratching tips and tricks for DJs.

Tutorial | Dec 13, 2016 by Hollin Jones

You're only as good as your source material, and in this video Todd Barton shows how this powerful synth module gives you complete control over the sound you generate.