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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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    Routines & Process / November 12, 2021
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    What to know before hiring a manager for your music

    We created a roadmap to help you decide whether or not you need a manager, and what type of management is right for you and your career.

    Routines & Process / November 10, 2021
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    How livestreaming can impact your music career

    Learn about how livestreaming can make a difference in your music career, and six reasons why you may want to consider regularly doing it in the future.

    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.

    Recording / October 29, 2021
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    A complete guide to guitar amp simulator plugins

    We explore what guitar amp simulator plugins are, how they sound, their pros and cons, and some of the best options out there today.

    Tools / October 27, 2021
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    Kenny Beats’ 10 favorite plugins (stock and paid)

    Kenny Beats shares ten of his favorite plugins, specifically focusing on Ableton stock plugins and third-party tools he likes to apply to guitars and basses.

    Tips & Tutorials / October 25, 2021
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    Breaking down 3 contrasting tracks co-produced by Kenny Beats

    We examine tracks by Vince Staples, Joji, and Ed Sheeran that Kenny Beats had a hand in and break down how he applies different sides of his musicality to best serve each artist.

    Routines & Process / October 20, 2021
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    How to succeed in the studio as a music producer

    We explore eight key concepts for how to succeed as a music producer when working alongside other people in the studio.

    Routines & Process / October 14, 2021
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    Kenny Beats’ 30 essential sources for inspiration

    Kenny Beats shares some of his favorite music, movies, activities, and more that spark his creativity and motivate him to get back in the studio.

    Stories / October 13, 2021
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    Learn with Kenny Beats, Splice’s first-ever Artist in Residence

    We’re excited to announce the one-and-only Kenny Beats as Splice’s first-ever Artist in Residence.

    Tips & Tutorials / October 4, 2021
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    How to make your synth lead stand out (free preset included)

    We explore the different elements that go into an effective synth lead sound by recreating the instrument in Bag Raiders’ “Shooting Stars.”

    Tips & Tutorials / September 23, 2021
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    How to make an entire track using only Serum (free presets and MIDI included)

    In order to put its versatility to the test, we challenged ourselves to try making a full track using nothing but Xfer Record’s Serum.

    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.

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