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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.
Cubase vs Ableton for Tech House: The Best DAW for Beginners
Choosing Cubase or Ableton? Find the best DAW for beginners producing Tech House music.
Pro Tools for Beginners: Rap Vocal Samples
Learn to use rap vocal samples in Pro Tools, using EQ, compression, and subtle effects to get a professional sound.
Get 2X Credits with Plucked String Samples
Upload Plucked String samples this November to get double download credits.
Create DJ Premier-Inspired Classic Breakbeat & Hip-Hop
Get an authentic 90s vibe sampling breakbeats and vocal stabs
Ableton Live 12.1 Beta: Intuitive sample control, improved tuning and workflow
New update simplifies control to sampling and pitch correction
Straight Outta Compton's Impact on DIY Hip-Hop, Vocal Sampling (and Music)
How Straight Outta Compton influences today’s beat making and DIY hip-hop vocal sampling.
Making a Flying Lotus type beat in Ableton (Beginners & Pros)
Get Flying Lotus vibes with drum layering, ambient textures, and unique bass tones.
5 steps to improve your drums using samples
Sound layering tips that combine loops with drum kits and get a professional sounding groove.
How Video Game Sound Design Shapes Virtual Worlds (and You Can Too)
Learn how to use layering, dynamic audio, and spatial techniques to create immersive gaming experiences
Make a Trap beat with FL Studio (Cheat sheet & Beginners guide)
Learn to make trap beats using FL Studio's step sequencer, rhythmic patterns and creative techniques
Remake Charli XCX's "Brat" with only presets & samples (any DAW)
Recreate "Brat" using nothing more than your favorite DAWs presets and audio samples.
Ableton "Move": a tool for sample-based producers and beginners
A portable tool for sample manipulation & real-time beat making to create quick ideas on the go.