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How to compose music: a beginner’s guide
Discover the basics of composition, including harmony, chords, developing musical ideas, and arrangement.
Synth pads: how to create atmospheric textures in your music
Learn everything you need to know about synth pads, with a step-by-step guide to creating this crucial electronic sound to enhance your productions.
Sub bass: how to add that deep tone to your tracks
What is sub bass? Learn how to make sub bass and how to use sub bass effectively in your productions.
The 10 best drum breaks of all time (and how to recreate them)
What are drum breaks? Learn the history of breakbeats and their importance in modern music. Then, learn how to recreate ten of famous drum breaks in this article.
A guide to different types of chords in music
There are many different types of chords in music. You may wonder which ones to use and when. Read this guide to find out.
What is EDM music and how to make it
Discover what is EDM music and master how to make EDM with this comprehensive guide, featuring essential production techniques and tips for how to make EDM music.
5 free piano libraries for Kontakt that will strike a chord in your music
Discover 5 incredible free piano libraries for Kontakt. Upgrade your studio with pro cinematic, felt, and grand pianos that work in the free Kontakt Player.
5 jazz chord progressions to transform your songwriting
Jazz chord progressions can help make your music more colorful and exciting, no matter what genre you make. Discover five different progressions that can help you transform your songwriting.
Film scoring 101: how to start composing for movies
Explore the world of film scoring. Learn to compose for movies and video games, build a professional portfolio, and start your orchestration journey today.
Getting started with Native Instruments software and hardware
Discover full-length tutorials on the top Native Instruments software and hardware, including Kontakt, Komplete, Guitar Rig, Maschine, and more.
How to use authentic lo-fi chord progressions in your music
Lo-fi music has taken over the internet. Learn how to make your own music to relax and study to with these common lo-fi chord progressions.
How to use saturation in music production
Get a grasp on saturation and start adding warmth, depth, and juicy character to your tracks with this comprehensive guide to the saturation effect in music.
Getting started with Kontakt to create music
Learn how to set up and use Kontakt and the free Kontakt Player so you can start using Kontakt instruments in your productions.
Exploring Jacob Collier Audience Choir: immersive vocals for music production
Learn how to make your own track with Jacob Collier Audience Choir: a free choir vst plugin that brings expressive vocals to your productions like never before.
How to make a hardstyle track
Delve into hardstyle music, exploring sound design, processing techniques, and mastering tips to help you craft your own hardstyle production.
5 basic DJ transitions to keep your music in the flow
Discover basic DJ transitions that can keep the flow of your music. Learn how to move fluidly from one track to the next while confidently playing to dancefloors using beatmatching,...
9 music trends to see in 2024
Learn about music industry trends this year for music production and consumption that could change the way you create, publish, and promote your music.
The 10 best hip hop beats (and how to make them)
Discover what makes some of the biggest hip hop beats in the world famous and learn how to recreate them using modern production techniques.
How to make electro swing music that blends retro vibes with modern production
Learn about the unique characteristics of electro swing music, its history, as well as how to make electro swing music of your own in a step-by-step tutorial.
Mixing beats: essential skills for hip hop, rap, and electronic music producers
Explore essential beat mixing techniques for hip hop, rap, and electronic music and learn how to mix a beat with leveling, panning, EQ, compression, and effects.
Understanding the basics of rhythm in music
Understand the basics of rhythm in music, the main concepts and definitions of meter, as well as pulse, beat, tempo, and measures.
The basics of music theory for beginners
Music theory is essential knowledge for all serious producers. Understand the basics of music theory and elevate your beat making skills with core concepts like rhythm, scales, harmonies, and more.
How to make a melodic techno track
Learn what melodic techno music is and how to make a melodic techno track that features melodic progressions, atmospheric sounds, and subtle percussion elements.
Why upgrade to Traktor Pro 3.11? Here’s what’s new
Take a closer look at all the new features in the latest version of our flagship DJ platform Traktor Pro, including expanded customization options and improvements to stability and usability.
