The difference between a decent and amazing track partly lies with the quality of music production. Whether you`re a veteran or producing music for the first time, learning some tips will help you make the most out of your time and the artist`s work. Learn Your Equipment Before you go out and buy all new […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
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Strength to Sylenth
Like any canny scot I like to look after my money. Free VST synths have been the lifeblood of my system for a good 10 years. When I was using FL Studio I did buy a lot of their synths, as I got in on the first weeks when they were heavily reduced in price. […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
What’s on my iPad.
I have to admit that I have had a bit of a spending spree on the old iPad and there is no shortage of good Daws out there. I do feel though that where they fall down a bit is that not one of them has everything that I want and moving material between them […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
FL Studio 10.5 Beta
As much as I grew up on Fruity-loops I started to feel that it was falling behind the rest of the Daws. So much so that I invested near enough a grand in Ableton Live. However, Image-line seem to have finally cracked the elusive performance mode that it’s fan base had been crying out for […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Mulab 4 Released
MuTools is proud and happy to release MuLab 4, an inspiring sound and music production tool for Mac OSX and Windows. MuLab 4 brings you many new features while it’s even more easy to use than ever before! All details on http://www.mutools.com/mulab-product.html MuLab 4 Intro Movie: http://www.mutools.com/mulab-intro-movie.html Follow MuTools on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MUTOOLS_com Follow MuTools on […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Learn How To Mix In 3D: Steve Hillier Tips on Mastering Reverb
Master the use of reverb and your lifeless, two-dimensional mix will become a three dimensional panorama, says Steve Hillier. Things that people do wrong with their music: 1. Write a composition starting with the drums. This is madness. Can you imagine Lennon and McCartney waiting for Ringo to set up his drum kit before writing […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Using a Korg Microkorg with Ableton
Back in the 80s I moved from Punk into Electronic music. Inspired by bands like Human League (early stuff), Vince Clarke and John Foxx I started investing in synths. I started with a Korg MS10 and used it in a band context. Once i left the band and decided to write on my own I […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
VST notes
The one thing I did miss when I moved from FL Studio to Ableton was the ability to add a notepad in the master fx channel. It was just really handy to store all my lyrics and notes on settings inside the song. I’m really bad at throwing out bits of paper. This free plugin […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Free Sampler and 2.5GB of samples
INDEPENDENCE is the ultimate yellow tools software sampler. It combines the technologies of Virtual Instruments, premium sound libraries and workstation workflow in one single creative software solution. We give you free access to this amazing product: Here is “Independence Free 2.5″: We say : “This one isn’t just an impressive sampler, it’s actually a full […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Propellerhead Updates ReCycle to Version 2.2
The industry standard loop slicer receives a complete interface overhaul, workflow enhancements, Mac OS X Lion compatibility and more. Propellerhead has released ReCycle version 2.2 for sale—an update to the industry standard tool that creates REX files. Sporting a completely overhauled graphical user interface, ReCycle 2.2 adds new key commands, workflow enhancements and a new Online […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Nanostudio on the Iphone 3GS
First experiment with NanoStudio on the iphone. Review article is in the more section. New Forest by UFO Dance Official Blurb NanoStudio is a recording studio for iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch. It has virtual analogue synths, sample trigger pads, a comprehensive sequencer, a sample editor, a mixer and multiple effects all integrated into a […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…