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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.
Advanced Sample Processing for House Music using Ableton Live
Understand advanced sample processing in Ableton Live tailored for house music production. We cover precision editing with warp modes, creative layering using drum racks, granular synthesis with Max for Live, and the authenticity of field recordings
Improve Your FL Studio Workflow: 7 Tips for Faster Music Production
Get tips on how to help improve your production workflow on FL Studio and get stuff done faster, while keeping the same quality output.
Lo-Fi Music Samples: Revive Vintage Sounds with Ableton Push 2
Ableton Push 2 and handpicked samples, to improve your lo-fi music production skills. Get insights on the unique lo-fi aesthetic.
FL Studio Essentials: Top Plugins Every Producer Should Know
Explore the world of FL Studio with a guide to its top plugins. An in-depth tutorial on the essential tools for music makers using FL Studio.
Reimagining the Classics: Give a Fresh Spin to Well-Known Samples
Adapt classic music samples with a new vibe that still maintains their essence. Learn how to revamp timeless beats like the "Funky Drummer" and develop your own approach to sampling.
Beyond the Mainstream: Explore Underused Genres To Find Your Sound
Beyond mainstream music are vast underused genres that offer unique sounds. This article looks at genres like Witch House, Vaporwave, and more, to show how they can be used to create innovative tracks.
Produce a House Track with This Week's Top Samples
Tips on how you can use this week's top house music samples to create a track in no time.
Weekend Jam: Craft a Harmonious Track in G Minor using Free Samples
Learn to craft harmonious tracks in G minor. No need for complex music theory – see how it's done with free sounds from the Sample Focus library.
Music Sampling Tools: The Evolution of ReCycle and Modern Alternatives
An exploration of the music sampling journey - from ReCycle to modern alternatives - which now shape how samples are reimagined and new tracks are created.
How to Create an Indie Digital Record Label to Release Your Music in 2023
Want to start your indie label in 2023? Here's a roadmap to establish a digital imprint. Dive into essentials, from setting the foundation to strategically releasing music online with trusted distribution partners.
Metro Boomin sampling techniques: Part 2
The sequel to our exploration of Metro Boomin's iconic sound, delves into the subtleties that make his tracks resonate. From careful sound layering to emotional dynamics, these advanced insights use the Sample Focus library to help emulate Metro's style.
Sampling techniques to produce tracks like Metro Boomin
Learn the methods and signature sampling techniques behind the songs by Metro Boomin. Learn how to blend classic Metro sounds with your own style by using Sample Focus.