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    • Mixing / November 11, 2022
      Mixing

      What is a de-esser (and how do I use it for vocals)? What is a de-esser (and how do I use it for vocals)?

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    • Routines & Process / November 3, 2022
      Routines & Process

      YouTube channel strategy for musicians: How to grow your audience YouTube channel strategy for musicians: How to grow your audience

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    • Mixing / October 21, 2022
      Mixing

      The 10 best free mixing plugins you need for your music The 10 best free mixing plugins you need for your music

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    • Music Theory / October 12, 2022
      Music Theory

      What is melody in music: A guide to pitch, scales, and keys What is melody in music: A guide to pitch, scales, and keys

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    Tips & Tutorials / May 25, 2021
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    Pass the beat (featuring The Kount, Kaelin Ellis, J3PO, and Dresage)

    We recently teamed up with XLN Audio to bring four talented producers together to create a track.

    Stories / May 24, 2021
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    Fraser T Smith (Adele, Kano) on how music starts with a conversation

    GRAMMY-winning producer Fraser T Smith tells us about the stories behind some of his most notable collaborations, his approach to navigating creative roadblocks, and more.

    Tips & Tutorials / May 22, 2021
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    What are harmonics? Exploring the fabric of music

    Let’s explore what harmonics and overtones are, how they constitute the very fabric of music, and how you can apply an understanding of them to your tracks.

    Stories / May 19, 2021
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    How Yoko Shimomura became one of the most iconic composers in video game music

    Learn about how Yoko Shimomura went from tackling her first projects to crafting the timeless soundtracks of the Kingdom Hearts series.

    Routines & Process / May 18, 2021
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    How to use active listening to inspire your next song

    Let’s explore how you can use active listening to strategically learn from the songs you love and the artists you look up to.

    Music Theory / May 17, 2021
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    10 types of melodies you should know about

    In this tutorial video, we take a look at ten types of melodies that you should be familiar with as a musician.

    Music Theory / May 16, 2021
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    The secret chord for adding a gospel flair to your music

    Use this one simple but colorful chord to achieve sounds that are unmistakably a part of gospel music’s sonic palette.

    Routines & Process / May 14, 2021
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    Less grinding, more flowing: How to work well without the hustle

    Consider incorporating these five practices into your daily routine to reduce burnout and maximize productivity (without feeling like you’re always hustling).

    Tips & Tutorials / May 13, 2021
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    How procedural audio brings sounds to life in video games

    We examine a few popular video games that make use of procedural audio, and discuss the benefits and tradeoffs involved with each use case.

    Tips & Tutorials / May 12, 2021
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    3 ways to fix an unfinished or ‘boring’ beat

    We walk through three ways you can revisit uninspiring or uncompleted projects and transform them into something exciting.

    Tips & Tutorials / May 10, 2021
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    3 tips on crafting a unique sonic identity from Nick Ward

    Songwriter, vocalist, and producer Nick Ward tells us about his creative process and three ways producers can craft their own sonic identity.

    Tips & Tutorials / May 9, 2021
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    How to choose sounds and timbres that fit your track

    We explore why sound selection is important, and what considerations you should keep in mind when choosing timbres for your music.

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