music production

A modern music producer can record, mix, master, and distribute their music without setting foot in a studio or signing a record deal. While technology has empowered artists and given us all the tools we need to succeed, it also requires us to master each aspect of the music-making process. Our music production section is our most comprehensive, with carefully crafted articles designed to help you improve your workflow, master new skills, and bring new ideas to life.

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The 30Hz Question: Why Producers Still Argue About Rolling Off the Ultra-Low End Post feature image

The 30Hz Question: Why Producers Still Argue About Rolling Off the Ultra-Low End

Ultra-low-bass and the "ghost frequencies."

Modes and Tonal Colors Explained Post feature image

Modes and Tonal Colors Explained

The easiest way to create a unique sound signature.

Community Playlists Are Here! Post feature image

Community Playlists Are Here!

A new way to organize your favorite samples.

The Most Overused Samples (And What to Do Instead) Post feature image

The Most Overused Samples (And What to Do Instead)

Make samples serve the music, not the other way around.

Putting Melody Over Samples Post feature image

Putting Melody Over Samples

Finding the perfect sample is just the first step.

Harmonizing 101 Post feature image

Harmonizing 101

(Almost) everything you need to know about musical harmony.

Understanding and Mastering Dynamics Post feature image

Understanding and Mastering Dynamics

Building breathing room into your productions.

Why Some Songs Go Viral: The Intersection of Music and Algorithm Trends Post feature image

Why Some Songs Go Viral: The Intersection of Music and Algorithm Trends

Building your viral hit.

How To Make an Unforgettable EDM Drop Post feature image

How To Make an Unforgettable EDM Drop

Create a killer drop by following these simple steps.

The Influence of Film Scores on Beat Making and Sound Design Post feature image

The Influence of Film Scores on Beat Making and Sound Design

The soundtrack to life.

What is Gain? Post feature image

What is Gain?

The Overlooked Factor That Can Make or Break Your Mix.

How to Use Texture and Layering to Make Beats Sound Fuller Post feature image

How to Use Texture and Layering to Make Beats Sound Fuller

And create your unique sound signature.