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How to create synth sound variations using a Sampler Track Last week we covered fine-tuning your lead arrangements with scissor tool, now let’s look at re-synthesis using the Sampler Track. Often when I want to create multiple variations on a sound, having the plugin open with all the parameters at my disposal can lead to […]
The most underrated tool in music production – the scissor tool I’ve discussed various benefits of rendering clips to audio; today we’re going to look at some techniques for creating variations. Keep in mind I’m using Steinberg Cubase, so some techniques and hot-keys may differ, however I’m sure the same ideas can be applied in […]
How to make robotic Psytrance lead sounds with DS Audio Thorn Today we’re exploring FM in combination with Phaser and other techniques, to create robotic Psytrance lead sounds with Thorn. One of the key aspects that sets Thorn apart from a variety of contemporary plugins, is the unique approach to the “Oscillator FX” which are […]
Taking sound design inspiration from the sounds of nature Today we’re looking at taking sound design inspiration from outside the DAW, alongside some techniques to create some unique sounds. One of the things I like to do when I’m feeling uninspired is draw new inspiration from somewhere completely out of the frame of the DAW. […]
Creating Techno sub bass – tips and tricks [VIDEO] Today we’re looking at some sound design techniques for creating techno sub bass for your tracks. One of the major differences I picked up between Techno and a variety of other electronic dance music sub-genres is the unique approach to sub bass. Something I have been […]
What is Wavefolding? And how to create a similar effect in Serum Wavefolding is a type of distortion although instead of truncating the signal peaks, they’re inverted in a series of folds. This may sound fairly complex, and the science behind it is, however it’s simple to employ by just understanding some basics. Wavefolding is […]
How to create Spectral Morphing Psytrance synth sounds in Serum Today we’re looking at a sound that’s widely used by Full-On Psytrance artists and is surprisingly easy to pull off; Spectral Morphing Psytrance synth sounds. This technique takes advantage of Serum’s bundled “Spectral” wavetables, which were specifically designed for abstract sound design purposes. Serum’s wavetable […]
How to create Avalon style punchy Psytrance leads using Serum Avalon style punchy psytrance leads form part of the global psy-star’s signature sound. Avalon is well-known in the Psytrance movement, topping charts and headlining festivals in both the psytrance and broader dance scene. The sound that we’re creating today – i.e. Avalon style punchy Psytrance […]
Creating better sample-based percussion loops for your tracks Creating good percussion loops from scratch can be tricky so often producers rely on sample libraries for their loops. Today I’ll be outlining a few tips and tricks that make the process of creating your own unique sample-based percussion loops from scratch much less intimidating. One of […]
Creating a simple Progressive Psytrance square-wave bass sound There are lots of variations of the square-wave bass, let’s look at some tips and tricks for creating your own. Some of the most important characteristics to getting a solid Progressive Psytrance square-wave bass sound are finding the right waveform, plugin or synth, getting the melody and […]
