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Modus is a physical modelling synth where interconnected strings, bars and plates work together to form conceptual instruments that might not be physically practical to make, but sound "astoundingly true to life", according to the company.… Read More Physical Audio Intros Modus Physical Modelling SynthesizerView the full article

Ableton has announced a free Loop Session event with Tokyo-based producer and performer machìna, streaming live on July 22, 2023.… Read More Ableton Announces Next Loop Session: How machìna ‘Makes Selfish Art For Everyone’

ADDAC System has introduced a limited edition release of an iconic electronic instrument in modular format: the Cracklebox.… Read More ADDAC System Brings Cracklebox To EurorackView the full article

It is designed with expansive modulated supernatural spaces in mind, but also features an extensive set of controls to explore other sonic territories....… Read More Phonolyth Cascade Reverb & Diffusion Processor Designed For Creating Expansive Supernatural SpacesView the full article

Phase Plant is (possibly) the most powerful synth out there. Modular by nature, its capabilities are limitless. However, it also has a steep learning curve. And its complex workflow can discourage some. Being a modular synth (more on that later), Phase Plant relies on YOU to do a lot of the work. Luckily, we’re here […] The post Phase Plant: The Last Guide You’ll Ever Need (2023) 🔥 appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

The Helmholtz synthesizer was designed to explore how additive synthesis can be used to create complex sounds from simple ones.… Read More This Is How Synthesizers Worked In The Victorian AgeView the full article

Here's a live performance of J.S.Bach's Partita No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 826 Courante on a Sequential Prophet Rev2.… Read More Bach On SynthView the full article

Here's a step by step tutorial on recreating the iconic bell patch Isao Tomita used on his classic 1974 album, Snowflakes Are Dancing.… Read More Tomita’s Snowflakes Are Dancing Bell Patch TutorialView the full article

MP3 vs WAV vs FLAC vs… Audio file formats can be confusing. The truth is that they all have their pros and cons. It all depends on context. Some files are high-fidelity but take up a lot of disk space. Some others sacrifice bit rate (i.e. quality) for lower file size. And as we’ll discover […] The post MP3 vs WAV and More: Every Audio File Format Explained 💿 appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

There are an insanely high amount of free VST plugins out there, and any of them can be a great addition to your production toolkit. But sometimes it’s overwhelming. There are literally thousands of options. And which ones do you really need? Don’t worry – I’ve done the work for you and found 57 of […] The post Free VST Plugins: 57 Must-Haves for EDM Production (2023) appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

It’s impossible to deny – the OTT plugin is synonymous with modern electronic music. Yet, you may have wondered how it actually works? And why it sounds so good? For these reasons, you might not be getting the most out of this simple but important tool. In this guide, we’re going to cover everything your […] The post OTT Plugin: Why Does It Sound SO Good? + Free Download appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

Some have called Vital synth the successor to Xfer Serum. Released in November 2020, it is one of the most intuitive synth plugins on the market. And it’s free. You read that right. So what makes Vital so special? In this guide, we will go through everything you need to know to create the most […] The post Vital Synth Guide: Simply the Best Free Synth Out There 🔥 appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

Why is it that professional music producers seem to finish songs with ease? How come they don’t struggle with promoting their music? And what do they do differently to overcome perfectionism, fear of failure, and other mental roadblocks? In this article, I will share five important mindset shifts that can make you a better electronic […] The post 5 Mindset Shifts that Separate Professional Producers from Struggling Amateurs appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

Hi hats are synonymous with groove in EDM. Actually, this might be one of the reasons your music sounds robotic 👀 It’s easy to overlook hi hats, and focus instead on kicks and snares. But human-sounding hi hats will give your track a professional shine. That’s what we’ll explore in this guide! Together we will […] The post Hi Hats: 7 Tricks to Make Them Sound Insanely Better 🤯 appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

Synplant is a unique synth. Quite simply, there is no other synth like it. Don’t take my word for it. Flume has repeatedly praised it, and written dozen of tracks with it. In a nutshell, “Synplant is a soft­ware syn­thes­izer with a ge­net­ic ap­proach to sound cre­ation”. Curious to learn what this means? Keep reading! […] The post Synplant: 5 Reasons Why This Is Flume’s Favorite Synth 🌱 appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

Ableton templates and FL Studio templates are my favorite workflow hack. With a well-designed template, you can automate as many utility tasks as you want. And as a bonus, you’ll feel inspired as soon as you open up your DAW. So what should you look out for? What should you include in a template, and […] The post Ableton Templates and FL Studio Templates: 9 Tricks to Boost Your Workflow 🔥 appeared first on EDMProd. View the full article

In this blog post, we’ll cover one of the biggest keys for a banging track regardless of genre. Ultimately, it’s all about getting a perfect low-end, that is, your kick and bass relationship. Have you ever been guilty in the past for just boosting your low-end, hoping for a better result, only to find it made your track muddy, squashed and undefined? Well, with what you are about to learn right here, this won’t be an issue for you for much longer! So, are you ready to learn how to achieve great definition in your low-end groove? Let’s go! Decide on The Genre Naturally, it makes a difference what kind of bass we are talking about. Is it a short, staccato, 1…

If your music lacks dynamics, movement, life and generally excitement or if you get stuck in an eight-bar loop and don’t know how to finish your track, this is for you! Ableton automation (or automation in any DAW), is one tool that every single professional music producer knows how to get the most from. Make sure to read to the end because the real power comes when you apply all of these techniques together... The post Amazing Ableton Automation Tricks PRO Producers ACTUALLY Use appeared first on EDM Tips. View the full article

This guide will show you how to make catchy melodies from scratch – the kind that your listeners won’t be able to forget! These techniques work even if you don’t know music theory – and they work for any genre of modern and electronic music. We go into every step of the melody-writing process from… Defining the vibe Choosing a scale Writing a bass line Building a chord progression Writing the ideal melody for your track How to make your melodies evocative and unique Common mistakes producers make when it comes to writing melodies Tips and tricks that the professionals use to get their melodies really catchy and really memorable. I’m also going show you something I ha…

Microphone stands are the unsung heroes of the stage, studio, or anywhere they find their use. However, most people do not think microphone stands are important since they just hold the mics. If you are a vocalist, singer, or podcaster, you know how tiring it is to hold your microphone for extended periods. You may not appreciate your mic stand until you no longer have one. Microphone stands do more than hold the microphone. One essential feature of microphone stands is their ability to reduce handling noise. Hence, we have curated this list of the best microphone stands to help you pick the best mics for your home studio... The post 10 Best Microphone St…

As a DJ or home producer, you need a sturdy speaker stand to make sure your sound is amplified correctly. That’s why we’ve hand-picked these eight best speaker stands for a home studio to give you the ultimate desktop audio experience. Let’s learn about them all! The post 8 Best Speaker Stands for Home Studio appeared first on GlobalDJsGuide. View the full article

Learn how to make Electronic Pop (in the style of Röyksopp) in this Ableton Live House Music tutorial. In this electro pop tutorial we dive into some of the secret techniques of Norwegian electronic artists “Röyksopp”, going into composition, sound design, mixing and much, much more! You can also download the project file completely free. If you’ve ever wondered how to make electronic music like Röyksopp, this music production tutorial will give you an insight into how to achieve similar results. This isn’t only a tutorial on how to make electronic music in Ableton Live, though…you can use the same methods in FL Studio or Logic X, to produce your own music …

Do you know why all the unwanted noise is in your recordings? Or why is your voice not as crisp as you want or expect it to be? There is one big reason for this, and that is the microphone itself. Now you might question this statement, but allow us to explain it first. What is the reason you use a microphone? Obviously, to record podcasts, vocals, or any vocal content. The microphone is not a human with a brain that will not record any sound other than yours. So the microphone has a purpose. The pop filter, on the other hand, has its own way of making a microphone work better. It cancels the background noise and makes your voice crisp. The details do not end he…

Learn how to make Melodic House (in the style of Eli & Fur) in this Ableton Live House Music tutorial. If you’ve ever wondered how to make deep melodic house music in the style of Eli & Fur, this step-by-step tutorial will give you an insight into how to achieve similar results. This isn’t only a tutorial on how to make Melodic House in Ableton Live, though…you can use the same methods in FL Studio or Logic Pro, to produce your own house music in the style of Eli & Fur. Let’s do this!… The post How to Make MELODIC HOUSE (Like Eli & Fur) – FREE Ableton Project & Samples! appeared first on EDM Tips. View the full article

Welcome to your ultimate guide for Black Friday and Cyber Monday audio plugin deals in 2024 (now including best DAW deals, too)! If you are a music producer, Black Friday and Cyber Monday is often the time when there are the best deals on premium and 3rd party plugins, software, samples and presets. However, you can click here if you want me to keep you posted (without having to remember to come back to this page). I’ll send you an email as and when new deals come onto my radar. If you’ve found one that I haven’t included, please share it in the comments section so we can all benefit ... The post Black Friday and Cyber Monday Audio Plugin Deals 2024 appeared first on EDM …

The Audio-Technica AT2035 is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone that is known for its affordability and high-quality sound production. It’s no secret that the market for studio microphones has become increasingly flooded with options, likely due to the growing popularity of home recording studios (and home studios in general)... The post Audio-Technica AT2035 Microphone Review appeared first on GlobalDJsGuide. View the full article

Native Instruments and iZotope are making moves in the world of music – and they’re doing so together. Sparked by their communal aspirations to create seamless creative experiences, the two companies have joined forces to create a new technology group that looks to accelerate this goal together. The group is backed by both EMH Partners […] The post Native Instruments, iZotope team up to focus on building a seamless creator experience appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

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BLACK FRIDAY: KORG music apps & software up to 50% OFF Sale! We are launching a BLACK FRIDAY Sale with up to 50% OFF of all KORG music production applications and software! The sale also applies to iOS in-app items and software upgrades. In addition, we released "Lo-Fi House", an expansion sound pack for KORG Module's Hybrid module. Made exclusively for Hybrid, it features 31 programs of bizarre, noisy, underground old-school house sounds that have been mangled to recapture the feeling of lo-fi analog tape. All of these products are available for great prices. This is a great opportunity to enrich your music production environment, so don’t miss out on …

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