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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 / November 16, 2022
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    Granular synthesis: A guide to what it is and how to use it

    Learn about what granular synthesis is and how you can use the technique to create immersive soundscapes out of deceptively simple one-shots.

    Tips & Tutorials / July 10, 2022
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    7 timeless music production tips (in 10 minutes)

    We explore seven tips that are relevant to producers of all levels, from drum programming and chord progression techniques to sound selection and workflow tricks.

    Tips & Tutorials / October 30, 2021
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    How to make a pop beat in 10 minutes

    Get a firsthand look into the basics of arranging pop rhythms, chord progressions, and basslines in Logic Pro.

    Tips & Tutorials / September 12, 2021
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    7 ideas for making your music more unique

    We explore seven ways to make our tracks more unique, spanning everything from music theory techniques to sound design tricks.

    Tips & Tutorials / August 20, 2021
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    What is modular synthesis (and why should you care)?

    Let’s explore what modular synthesis is and why its principles are worth exploring, regardless of whether you work with hardware or solely within the DAW.

    Tips & Tutorials / August 9, 2021
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    Sampling and sound design tips for string instruments

    We explore how you can build a beat that features string instruments in nuanced and interesting ways.

    Tips & Tutorials / July 16, 2021
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    What is FM synthesis?

    Let’s discuss how FM synthesis works, what makes it unique, and how you can incorporate its distinctive sound into your own music.

    Tips & Tutorials / July 11, 2021
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    Recreating the bassline from Dua Lipa’s “Don’t Start Now”

    We recreate the iconic bassline from Dua Lipa’s “Don’t Start Now” using nothing but Astra, Splice’s new synthesizer.

    Tips & Tutorials / July 6, 2021
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    What is wavetable synthesis?

    Let’s discuss how wavetable synthesis works, what makes it unique, and how you can incorporate it into your own music.

    Tips & Tutorials / July 3, 2021
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    How to use acapellas to improve your production chops

    In this video, we walk through how you can use acapellas as a creative tool to inspire new ideas for your productions.

    Stories / June 30, 2021
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    Madame Gandhi on sound design and mindfulness in music production

    Madame Gandhi tells us about her creative process, approach to sound design, advice for other producers, and more.

    Tips & Tutorials / June 9, 2021
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    Breaking down lo-fi and house music with Beatmaker and Astra

    We explore the key ingredients that define lo-fi and house, and then build two quick demo tracks using Splice’s new Beatmaker and Astra plugins.

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