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zenAud.io ALK2 is a DAW that functions like a looper pedal zenAud.io ALK2 is an intuitive new DAW that acts like an advanced live looping pedal, great for live performance. zenAud.io ALK2 is built around an incredibly intuitive interface offering most of the tools you would need in a DAW, presented in a very easy-to-use […]
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 […]
KRK Rokit G4 – new range of affordable monitors with pro features For years KRK owned the budget monitor market, now with competition rife it’s time for a revamp – KRK Rokit G4. The new KRK Rokit G4 series builds on 30 years of studio monitor design experience to present their all-new range, built from […]
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. […]
Akai Pro Force is a computer-free music production unit The Akai Pro Force is a new standalone music production, DJing and performance powerhouse, built around an intuitive clip launching system. We recently covered a leaked story of an upcoming Akai product, we all thought it was a new addition to the APC series. We were […]
Akai MPC Xpanded – the limited-time promotion for the Akai MPC X For a limited time, new and existing Akai MPC X users are getting access to loads of premium MPC expansions with their Akai MPC Xpanded promotion. To celebrate the recent update of the Akai MPC standalone OS, MPC 2.3, Akai Professional is giving […]
Here’s why the new Windows 10 update is exciting for producers Windows has received a lot of improvements in recent years, nothing as exciting for music producers as an upcoming Windows 10 update though. Window 10 saw a massive improvement in the stability and performance capabilities of Microsoft’s operating system. However, there were some technical […]
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 […]
