Music Production Forum

In this episode of How I Play, we hear from Berlin-based techno producer Hybrasil on his powerful live rig. Instead of having a laptop or CDJs involved, this is a DAWless outboard standalone system that’s pretty impressive. Watch him talk through his setup and share his secrets in this fresh new How I Play: Learn […] The post How I Play: Hybrasil’s DAWless live techno setup appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

Tech house is one of dance music’s most popular genres, with its combination of grooving house beats and chugging, techno-inspired bass lines making it a club and festival favorite. With tech house tracks ranging from accessible and catchy to deep and dark, it’s a versatile genre, making it a great starting point for those new to producing dance music. In this guide we’ll show you how to make a dark, rolling tech house track using Komplete 15 Select Electronic Edition, which includes a range of instruments ideal for making dance genres... The post How to produce a tech house track first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full …

Audio filters are one of the most essential tricks in the producer’s toolkit. When used efficiently, they can provide clarity and space to your mix. However, it can be easy to over-complicate the use of filters and get lost in the terms. In this guide, we’ll tackle: Let’s dive in! 👇 What Is An Audio […] The post Audio Filters Explained: Low-Pass, High-Pass and Beyond appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

You’re not the first person looking for how to remix a song. Almost every producer started their journey with remixes and bootleg. But if you’ve never done a remix of a song before, it can all seem very confusing. Where do you get stems? How do you arrange a remix? Is it even legal to […] The post How to Remix a Song in 2024: our 15 Best Tips for Remixing appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

Various synthesizers for sale: Elka Synthex + MIDI + Tauntek OS + stand, RSF Kobol keyboard, Exclusively Analogue THE AVIATOR, ARP 2600 + 3620 Keyboard + Kenton Pro 2, GRP… Read More The post FOR SALE: Vintage Keyboards & Used Gear … appeared first on GreatSynthesizers. View the full article

Want to learn how to make dubstep? Especially that UK/140 vibe that is so popular right now? Then you’ve come to the right place! In this guide, we’ll cover the entire production process of a deep, UK Dubstep track. Along the way, there will be plenty of creative options to take things in your own […] The post How To Make Dubstep (UK/140) in 5 Easy Steps (2024) appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

LUFS is the modern standard for measuring loudness in music. Everyone wants a clean, loud, and polished master – especially if you’re making EDM. And to get that results, you need a reliable way to measure that. This is where LUFS comes in. In this article, we cover: Let’s go! 👇 What are LUFS? LUFS […] The post LUFS: The Key to Getting Loud Tracks in 2024 appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

The name MOOG stands first and foremost for outstanding studio synthesizers of the 60s and 70s. Modular systems such as the Moog 3C, Moog 3P, Model 55, Model 15 and… Read More The post MUSE – the 4th polyphonic synthesizer by MOOG appeared first on GreatSynthesizers. View the full article

Ambient sounds play a crucial role in Electronic Dance Music (EDM) production, adding depth, atmosphere, and a unique sonic character to tracks. By incorporating natural and synthesized sounds, producers can create richer, more immersive listening experiences. This blog explores how ambient sounds are used in EDM to enhance musical landscapes and emotional impact. View the full article

The CHROMA Polaris is a remarkable American-Japanese blend of American sound and Japanese hardware and design. Today’s Polaris, the “synthesizer out of the grab bag”, had a completely different status… Read More The post Rhodes/Fender CHROMA Polaris – coffee, extra cream? appeared first on GreatSynthesizers. View the full article

So, looking for the perfect guide to teach you how to make Bass House? You’ve come to the right place! Bass House is the crazy fusion of classic House beats with intricate bass sound design reminiscent of Dubtsep. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about making your first banging Bass House […] The post How to Make Bass House: The Ultimate Guide for Producers (2024) appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

Stylophone Theremin Now Available Back in January we told you about the upcoming Dubreq Stylophone Theremin, a unique take on the classic electronic music instrument. It looks like a whole lot of fun, with both traditional antenna and non-traditional pitch slider. Along with the Stylophone CPM DS-2 drone synth, it shows that Dubreq is actively looking to expand its catalog. The post Stylophone Theremin Now Available: Raise your hands in the air! appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full article Dubreq Stylophone Theremin: you’ve got to hand it to them. · Source: Dubreq

IK Multimedia is giving away free copies of its Orange OR120 amp and matching cab sim to AmpliTube 5 CS users during August. The company has been giving away a new amp each month for the second half of 2024 for users of its free AmpliTube 5 CS guitar rig software platform. For August, IK [...] View post: IK Multimedia Giving Away FREE Orange OR120 Amp Sim to AmpliTube 5 CS Users View the full article

Cobra Fuzz is the latest plugin to join the Safari Pedals lineup, and for a limited time, you can purchase it for $55 (usually $89). Safari Pedals is a developer that’s wild by name and a little wild by nature. The team at Safari Pedals wants to unleash your inner audio animal with effects that [...] View post: Safari Pedals releases Cobra Fuzz vintage fuzz pedal with a special Intro Deal View the full article

Sonicstate has partnered with MOK to create an exclusive giveaway for all its Patrons, where you can get the MOK Miniraze virtual synth for free. Sonicstate Patreons can claim a free copy of the MOK Miniraze virtual synth ($49 value). The offer is open to all Sonicstate Patrons, including the free tier. If you aren’t [...] View post: Exclusive Sonicstate giveaway: get the MOK Miniraze virtual synth for FREE View the full article

Plugin Boutique has made its DriveMod distortion and modulation plugin available for $1 until August 10, 2024. The Windows and macOS plugin usually costs $49, but you can pick it up for only $1 with the coupon code DM-1 on Plugin Boutique’s website. It’s not the only spicy deal that Plugin Boutique is offering this [...] View post: Get the DriveMod Distortion Plugin for only $1 until August 10 View the full article

It looks like this will be Behringer's first minisynth keyboard. … Read More Should Behringer Make Minisynth Keyboards? (POLYOsc Sneak Preview)View the full article

Sidechain compression is a pivotal technique in electronic dance music (EDM) production, used to create rhythmic dynamics and ensure clarity in the mix. By automatically reducing the volume of one track to make room for another, sidechain compression helps emphasize key elements like the kick drum and bass. This blog explores how to effectively use sidechain compression to enhance the energy and groove of your EDM tracks. View the full article

Audio Plugin Deals offers Techno Elements 3.0 sample pack by Audio Boutique as a free bonus with any purchase this month. We’re fully into a new month, so the monthly freebies meant to entice you into a purchase have also rolled over. Audio Plugin Deals is joining in the fun with Audio Boutique’s Techno Elements [...] View post: Get Audio Boutique’s Techno Elements 3.0 FREE With Any Purchase At Audio Plugin Deals View the full article

Ujam has made its Finisher Micro multi-effect available for free until September 4, 2024. After September 4, the plugin will transition to a paid product, although Ujam has not specified how much it will cost. Finisher Micro is a Windows and macOS release for VST, AAX, and AU. Ujam describes the plugin as “the ultimate [...] View post: Ujam’s Finisher Micro Multi-Effect Plugin is Free Until September 4 View the full article

The EP-1320 Medieval Sampler is the first Medieval-themed electronic music instrument.… Read More Teenage Engineering Wants You to Get MedievalView the full article

A new month in music production means new deals and freebies, and as per usual, Loopcloud is offering some new freebies with their subscription. Loopcloud is a service that provides tons of samples for music producers with a subscription. There are 3 tiers: Artist ($7.99), Studio ($11.99) and Professional ($21.99) and you can claim the [...] View post: Get 3 IK Multimedia T-RackS Plugins FREE With Loopcloud Subscription View the full article

VSTBuzz is closing down 😔, however, they decided to go out with a bang. The website just launched its final sale and its the biggest one ever! The popular online audio software store is re-running some of its biggest-ever discounts in one final hurrah before closing its virtual doors for good. Before anything else, I [...] View post: The Last VSTBuzz Sale Ever: Get up to 96% OFF plugins and tools! View the full article

As the industry’s leading instrument-building tool, Kontakt is your gateway to the widest collection of sampled instruments available anywhere. But more than a sampler, this shapeshifting platform has powered two decades of blockbuster film scores and chart-topping hits, plus thousands of incredible instruments. And with hundreds of officially licensed instruments available from NI and other leading manufacturers – alongside thousands more from boutique developers, sound designers, and composers – you’ll never run short of inspiration. Whether you’re just starting out with Kontakt, or looking to add some additional flavor to a well-seasoned lib…

In this week’s edition of Software Deals, you can stock up on AKAI MPC Expansions for an amazing price! Other bargains are coming your way from Flux, Output, Pulsar Audio, and Expressive E. Got an MPC? Then it’s your lucky day! The entire range of MPC Expansions is currently up to 66% off** at Thomann. Stock up on samples and loops for a great price! Choose from professionally curated MPC Expansions for styles like Trap, Lo-fi, Ambient, Hip Hop, or RnB, or get the sounds of your favorite artists with the Artist and Producer series... The post Software Deals: MPC Expansions, Output, Flux, Pulsar Audio & more appeared first on gearnews.com. View the full …

This video demonstrates how you can use binaural recording to capture real-world reverb and mix it with your synthesizers.… Read More Binaural Recording A Synthesizer To Create Realistic Spatial EffectsView the full article

Gamechanger Audio today introduced a new line of three AUTO audio effects: AUTO Reverb, AUTO Chorus, and AUTO Delay.… Read More Gamechanger Audio Intros AUTO Effects LineView the full article

Can it really beat the classic Roland Jupiter-8, which now goes for $20,000+ used?… Read More Is This Combo Better Than A Classic Roland Jupiter-8?View the full article

Vox Samples releases Vox Tune Auto Pitch, a free autotune plugin for macOS and Windows. Most readers who follow BPB’s news section have heard of Vox Samples by now. The developer regularly offers free plugins alongside its paid products. This time, they released Vox Tune Auto Pitch, a free pitch correction plugin for macOS and [...] View post: Vox Tune Auto Pitch is a FREE Pitch Correction plugin for Windows and macOS View the full article

Behringer has slashed prices on many of its synths and Eurorack modules, with prices cut as much as 50%.… Read More Behringer Slashes Synth Prices Up To 50%View the full article