Audio Software

Tutorial | Feb 28, 2016 by Sara Simms

When it comes to creating melodic parts for electronic dance music productions don't be left scratching your head, or feeling uninspired. Here's 5 essential tips to help you create better melodies.

Tutorial | Feb 27, 2016 by Assaf Dar Sagol

In exploring the 432 Hz debate at Ask.Audio, we soon realised this topic wasn't going to be resolved in one article. Here Assaf Dar Sagol explores the fact and fiction behind tuning to 432 Hz.

Tutorial | Feb 26, 2016 by Matt Vanacoro

With the continuing evolution of audio editing tools within major DAWs, some think that the dedicated audio editor has had its day. Matt Vanacoro shares 5 reasons Adobe Audition should not be ignored.

Tutorial | Feb 25, 2016 by Hollin Jones

A great vocal can turn a good track into an amazing one. Here are some tips for processing your takes for awesome results'¦

Tutorial | Feb 24, 2016 by G.W. Childs IV

American DJ/producer duo The Chainsmokers have been taking the music world by storm. We break down their hit, Roses, and show you how to re-create the rhythmic pad and beat in Propellerhead Reason.

Tutorial | Feb 23, 2016 by Hollin Jones

Breathe some life into your mixes in FL Studio with these 6 simple, but effective, automation tips for beginner and intermediate level producers.

Tutorial | Feb 19, 2016 by Gary Hiebner

The new Extended FX Chains feature in PreSonus Studio One 3 allows you to route audio effects in serial, in parallel, by channel, or by frequency bands... and it's intuitive to use once you know how.

Tutorial | Feb 16, 2016 by Joe Albano

Placing sounds in the stereo field is a hugely important part of mixing. Joe Albano is back with 5 common mistakes every producer should avoid when using panning and imaging tools on their tracks.

Tutorial | Feb 15, 2016 by Ian Graham

Admit it, you've been using your eyes as much as you ears when producing music recently. It's hard not to with the tools we have. Ian Graham shares tips to help music making become more ear-based.

Tutorial | Feb 12, 2016 by Sara Simms

Heavyocity DM-307 is an impressive Kontakt instrument packed with modular synth drums and analog drum machine sounds perfect for the EDM conscious producer. Here's how to use it when producing beats.

Tutorial | Feb 11, 2016 by Gary Hiebner

Sound, as we know, plays a huge part in turning average visuals into emotional rollercoasters. Gary Hiebner shares 10 sound design tips designed to enhance the visuals and audience experience.

Tutorial | Feb 10, 2016 by Darren Burgos

While the quality of Logic Pro X's Drum Machine Designer kits is very high, there's room for more! Darren Burgos shows you how to create your own custom kits for DMD and Logic's Drummer.

Tutorial | Feb 06, 2016 by Jay Asher

EastWest is a well-known company in the music industry. So, if you want to get involved with some of the biggest and most important virtual instrument libraries then Composer Cloud is where it's at.

Tutorial | Feb 05, 2016 by Gary Hiebner

Mastering decisions used to focus on whether you'd go DIY or send to a mastering engineer. Since LANDR, it's possible to get an automated master of your tracks in seconds. But which sounds better?

Tutorial | Feb 04, 2016 by Joe Albano

Knowing what NOT to do is as helpful as knowing what to do. Avoiding mistakes can result in a fuller understanding of good practice and techniques, especially when it come to mixing reverb & delay.