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It was another year of cool events and interesting equipment, great instruments and, above all, music: these are my highlights of the year 2024... The post My Highlights of the Year 2024: Concerts, Parties and New Gear for my Studio! appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

I love the quiet days between Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Everything seems to wind down and there’s time to relax, recharge, and look back at the things that impressed me the most in 2024. These were my favorite synths and samplers of the year – my personal gear highlights of 2024... The post Highlights of the Year: My Favorite Gear of 2024 appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

It’s been a good year for free plugins! From unique effects to creative software synths, there were heaps of great freeware to discover. As the year draws to a close, we check out the best free plugins of 2024! With so many great free plugins, it’s impossible to name all of them. Off the top of my head, I can think of at least ten more freebies that absolutely would’ve deserved a spot on the list of the best free plugins of the year. But I’ve only got so much space to work with here… So please don’t be mad if your favorite free plugin didn’t make the list – you’ll probably find it in our archive of our weekly freeware columns! Here are our picks for the best free plugins of 2024... The post Best Free Plugins of 2024: Freeware Picks of the Year appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

When it comes time to actually make some music, here’s what I reach for. These are my 2024 picks for the best software for electronic music production... The post My Highlights of 2024: The Best Software for Electronic Music Production appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article

The world of DJing has evolved immensely in recent years, blending cutting-edge technology, expanding musical trends, and new industry demands. Today, DJing continues to be a dynamic and promising career path, with fresh opportunities and challenges that shape the way DJs work, perform, and connect with audiences.From harnessing AI and new streaming platforms to navigating economic pressures and environmental considerations, today’s DJs must adapt quickly to stand out in an increasingly competitive landscape. This article explores the key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping DJing in 2024...The post DJing as a Career in 2024: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities appeared first on GlobalDJsGuide.View the full article

Creating a multi-genre DJ set is a powerful way to stand out as a DJ, capturing the attention of diverse audiences and keeping your sets fresh. Mixing genres can add unpredictability, spark audience interest, and showcase your versatility as an artist. However, blending genres effectively requires technical skill, a good ear for music, and knowledge of music theory. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to mix genres to craft unique and seamless DJ sets...The post How to Mix Genres: Tips for Creating Unique Multi-Genre DJ Sets appeared first on GlobalDJsGuide.View the full article

Johnson has chops to spare, and does a great job not just of showing what the Montage M8x is capable of, but showing the expressive possibilities of Yamaha's flagship synthesizer.… Read More Matt Johnson On The Yamaha Montage M8x Synthesizer At Superbooth 2024View the full article

I just purchased this course myself, as with all Thinkspace Education courses I can't recommend this one highly enough.  Whilst I've done other Logic Pro courses it's always good to have a refresher and tutors with a difference stance on things. DAW School turns learning Logic Pro into a creative journey, teaching you fundamental skills alongside the newest Logic Pro tools. You’ll explore the DAW through a host of interactive features – including hands-on projects and tasks, interactive videos, quizzes and more – creating a fun, effective learning experience. Over 8 hours of engaging video tutorials in both Logic Pro 10.8 and 11 Interactive videos to personalise your learning Downloadable stems and project files to practice getting great results Quizzes, tasks, and shareable projects to get you familiar with Logic Pro Further details at Thinkspace Education https://thinkspace.ac.uk/courses/daw-school-how-to-use-logic-pro/

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