Synthesis
ADSR explained: How to control synth envelopes in your music
Discover the comprehensive guide to ADSR envelopes in sound design and music production. Learn what ADSR envelopes are and how to use them your music with audio examples.
What is acid house? How to make a euphoric acid house track
Learn about the key elements of acid house music, its history, and how to make an acid house track in our step-by-step guide. Discover the hypnotic rhythms and euphoric vibes...
Hyperpop production 101: How to make hyperpop that pushes the limits
Learn how to make hyperpop music with our step-by-step guide. Discover tips on how to make energetic hyperpop vocals with their signature, formant-shifted sound as well as other hyperpop sound...
What is trance music? How to make an uplifting trance track
Discover the euphoric, driving sounds of trance music. From finding the right trance BPM to crafting the synths and arranging the track with free vocal samples, learn the step-by-step process...
What is shoegaze? 4 ways to get a dreamy sound
Discover the dreamy sounds of shoegaze music. Learn about the history of shoegaze, its distinct style of distorted guitars and hazy vocals, and learn these important tips to get a...
What is subtractive synthesis?
Discover what subtractive synthesis is, from its history and how it works to its critical role in modern music production. Learn how to shape waveforms, filter frequencies, and manipulate sounds...
How to make a deep house track
Learn how to make a deep house track from start to finish with our comprehensive guide. We’ll cover everything from selecting the right sounds and samples to mixing and mastering...
What is a sequencer in music? How to use it in your productions
A sequencer is a tool that allows you to program and playback sequences of notes, rhythms, and effects over a specified period of time. In this article, learn about different...
What is wavetable synthesis?
What is wavetable synthesis? Find out how it works, learn about the best wavetable synths, and make your own powerful wavetable sounds with MASSIVE X.
What is FM synthesis?
Learn about what FM synthesis is and learn how to make your own clean, effective sounds in just a few simple steps with Native Instruments’ FM8.
How to get started with modular synths for free
Learn what modular synthesis is and how to build a modular synth using REAKTOR 6 Player and Blocks Base from the free KOMPLETE START suite.
What is additive synthesis?
What is additive synthesis? Find out how it works, hear examples of additive synthesis, and learn how to make your own sounds using additive synthesis software.
Sound design 101: How to make sounds
Learn how to make sounds from scratch. Master the 5 essential steps of sound design—from choosing synths and samplers to modulation and audio FX.
Sound synthesis 101
Learn what a synthesizer is, discover the different kinds of synthesizers available, and how you can use synths to generate and manipulate sounds.
Download our top 5 free FM synths for REAKTOR
Embrace unpredictability with these frequency modulation must-haves from the User Library
5 free REAKTOR classics you didn’t know you were missing
We unearth some of the best synths, drum machines, and effects from the User Library’s 20-year history.
8 free, futuristic-sounding ensembles for REAKTOR
The 10 best future sounding ensembles free-to-download from the REAKTOR User Library.
EvilDragon’s Top 10 REAKTOR User Library picks
Check out leading KSP developer Mario Krušelj’s — a.k.a. EvilDragon — favorite ensembles from the REAKTOR User Library, all available to download for free.
6 free REAKTOR ensembles for dark techno
Get creative with the User Library’s darkest, heaviest techno tools
Secrets of electronic interfaces: Modularity
PUSH TURN MOVE and PATCH & TWEAK author Kim Bjørn explores methods for interfacing with music through hardware and software.
7 free modular ensembles for REAKTOR
A round-up of the most interesting, fun, and unpredictable modular ensembles from the User Library.
The best vintage synth percussion ensembles from the REAKTOR User Library
Dive into the Reaktor User Library, and download for free some of the best vintage sounding, homemade instruments.
Top Free Vintage-Inspired REAKTOR Ensembles
Looking for classic sounds on a tight budget? Here are a selection top-notch emulations of vintage gear, courtesy of the REAKTOR community.
