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Mushroom Music: A Fascinating Fusion of Nature and Technology
One of the most intriguing and unconventional approaches to electronic music creation is the practice of plugging nodes into mushrooms.
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How to use Ableton 12's MIDI Tools
Ableton Live 12 introduces a suite of innovative MIDI tools designed to enhance your music production workflow.
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AI tools to help you create (but not write your songs for you!)
AI tools that help your music get from idea to finished - without removing your creativity
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Essential Plugins for Beginner Music Producers
To help you begin your journey smoothly, here?s a list of top 10 beginner-friendly plugins that cover a range of essentials, from EQs and compressors to synths and effects.
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The Creative Act: Tips from Rick Rubin
Exploring Rick Rubin's Wisdom for Electronic Music Creators
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You should learn how to Gain Stage. Here's why.
Proper gain staging can transform your mix from muddy and distorted to crisp and professional.
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Using Alternative Time Signatures in Dance Music
Exploring alternative time signatures can open up a whole new world of rhythmic possibilities, offering fresh ways to engage listeners and stand out from the crowd.
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8 Track Attack: How Limiting Yourself Can Boost Creativity
imposing restrictions on yourselfcan lead to a significant boost in your creative output. Let?s explore why and how this minimalist approach can transform your music production process.
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Why Music Makes Us Want to Dance
Delve into the science, psychology, and artistry behind the irresistible urge to move our bodies to music.
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How to Get Your Music on Spotify
In today's digital age, streaming platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music have become the go-to places for discovering and listening to music.
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The Greatest Drug: Your Brain on Music
Music, the universal language of emotion and expression, has captivated humanity for millennia
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How to use Ableton's Drum Rack
The Drum Rack shines brightly, offering a powerhouse of possibilities for crafting beats and rhythms
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Which DAW should you choose?
Navigating the Music Production Seas: A Deep Dive into DAWs
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Harmonising with Nature
How Immersion in Natural Environments Amplifies Electronic Music Creativity
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EDM Scenes Across the Globe
Explore 4 major global scenes that have in recent years come to the fore of the dance music world.
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Challanges to make you a better Producer
Explore six invigorating challenges that can help you refine your craft
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Harnessing Harmonics
Delve into the fascinating world of harmonics, exploring how a nuanced approach to EQing can unlock a new dimension of clarity and depth in your mixes and masters.
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What you get as an All-Access Member
Read on to find out the treasure trove of benefit you get as an All-Access Member.
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7 Tape Saturation Plugins You Need
Want to know more about the best Tape Saturation Plugins on the Market today? Look no fuirther.
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What on earth is Granular Synthesis?
Our guide to one of the most inspirational and fun types of sound design available.
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Ableton Live 12 Top Ten New Features
Our current favourite new features in the latest version of Live.
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Pioneers of Digital Music: Delia Derbyshire
In this article, we delve into Delia Derbyshire's remarkable journey and the profound impact she had on digital and electronic music.
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The Iconic Clubs Involved in the Birth of Dance Music
A journey through time to explore some of the most important and influential clubs that played a pivotal role in shaping the dance music landscape.
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The Origins of... Dubstep
In this article, we embark on a journey through time to explore the roots and evolution of dubstep, tracing it back to its inception in the underground music scene of South London.
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Unlocking Creative Soundscapes: How Psychedelics Can Enhance Musical Creativity
We'll explore the profound connection between psychedelics and musical creativity, delving into the ways in which these substances can open the door to new dimensions of sound and self-expression.
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Ableton Live Top Tips
Ableton Live is one of the greatest music software programmes on the market. Here?s a handy guide to some of the most popular features.
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A Beginner's Guide to Leads
What are leads? How do you make them? Read on to find out...
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Tackling Sub Bass Levels in the Mix
Everyone loves a fat bassline! And whether you make Bass Music that is centred around that, or deeper styles where the bassline is less of a prominent feature, the bass frequencies in the mix are still a make or break factor in the success of the track.
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Mindfulness Techniques to Help You Write Better Music
Music is a universal language that connects people on a deeply emotional level. For aspiring musicians and songwriters, creating captivating melodies and lyrics can be both exhilarating and challenging.
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Pioneers of Digital Music: Wendy Carlos
In the realm of music, there have been trailblazers who pushed the boundaries of creativity, transforming the landscape of sound as we know it. One such pioneer is Wendy Carlos, a visionary artist whose groundbreaking work in digital and electronic music has left an indelible mark on the industry.
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Meet the Members
We introduce our new series, 'Meet the Members', and meet Jez Harris, the winner of our recent Henge remix competition.
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Musical Modes: The Mixolydian Mode
As part of our series, we?re going to go over several of the most famous modes. We?ll take a look at what makes them unique, what famous compositions utilize them, and most importantly how YOU can use them.
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Understanding Compression
A quick guide to Compression: One of the misunderstood aspects of Music Production
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Pioneers of Digital Music: Daphne Oram
Take a look at the life of Digital & Electronic Music Pioneer, Daphne Oram.
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The Origins of... Trance
Join us for an exploration into the origins of Electronic Music. This week, we take a look at Trance, a genre that endured a rollercoaster of popular opinion over the last three decades.
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AI music tools: How can you use AI for music production?
We've concocted a list of prompts that you can use to help you through creative and technical block, using the power of AI!
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Musical Modes: The Phrygian Mode
As part of our series, we?re going to go over several of the most famous modes. We?ll take a look at what makes them unique, what famous compositions utilize them, and most importantly how YOU can use them.
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HENGE - Get a Wriggle On Remix Competition
Producertech are giving PT members a chance to win a brand new pair of Beyerdynamic DT-1770 Pro Headphones, iZotope Music Production Suite Bundle, Loopcloud and Producertech subscription, plus more runners up!
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The Origins of... House
Join us for an exploration into the origins of Electronic Music. This week, we take a look at the godfather of electronic music, House. .
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Soundtrack to an AI Apocalypse
What might the future sound like if AI assumes control of the earth?
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7 Days Fast Track Events for Beginners
Learn the Main Stages of Producing a Track in this New, Interactive Course
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What Does A Limiter Do In Music?
Audio limiting is one of the most important tools in music production, especially when mastering a track.
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The Best EQ's on the Market in 2023
Check out our list of The Best EQ's on the Market in 2023.
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Musical Modes: The Dorian Mode
As part of our series, we?re going to go over several of the most famous modes. We?ll take a look at what makes them unique, what famous compositions utilize them, and most importantly how YOU can use them.
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The Producertech Team's 2022 Music Awards
We asked the Producertech Team their favourite tacks, and favourite discoveries of the past year.
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5 Myths and Legends of Aphex Twin
Here are just a handful of the many myths and legends associated with Aphex Twin.
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Community Focus: Jafunk Remix Competition Winners
In October, Producertech teamed up with Australian Funk Maestro Jafunk for a remix competition. We asked producers from around the world to give us their take on his Groove-tinged single ?Ecstasy?, and they produced some fantastic interpretations!
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Jafunk & Co - Ecstasy Remix Competition
Producertech are giving PT members a chance to win a brand new Korg Minilogue XD Synthesizer, Eventide Mastering Essentials Bundle, Loopcloud and Producertech subscription, plus more runners up!
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The Greatest Basslines of All Time
From Rock to Pop, Funk to Reggae, and HipHop to Disco, here's our list of the greatest phonk-infested basslines of all time.
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Y2K - Music Software at the Turn of the Century
Familiarise yourself with early music software, on computers and gaming consoles, which allowed bedroom production for the first time, and were key in the formation and evolution of several genres.
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Community Focus: Hello 4AM Competition Winners
Learn more about the 3 winners of our recent Hello 4AM remix competition.
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Swingin' It: What is Groove in Music?
To celebrate our recent release of the Groove Fundamentals Course, we?re going to explore an introduction to groove and swing.
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What are modes In Music?
What are modes? Where you can find them, and how you can use them in your music?
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Featured artist: Kaelin Ellis
24 year old beat magician Kaelin Ellis has worked his way to the top of Social media?s favourite hip hop producers - Now he joins Producertech
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Finding your sound - DJ Kaboo and Arab Trap
With tracks featured on Marvel's 'Moon Knight', discover how a unique sound like DJ Kaboo's can lead to huge success.
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Hello 4AM - Somewhere with you remix competition
Producertech are giving you the chance to win a brand new Ableton Push controller and other great prizes!
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Coming Soon: Producertech Intensive | Complete Music Production | Live and Interactive Course
Producertech is launching Intensive, live and interactive beginners courses in April 2022.
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Remix El Train For A Chance To Win A Release & Prizes
Become a releasing artist! Producertech?s latest exclusive remix comp for the membership community
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What education is needed to become a music producer?
Find out what to start learning on the Producertech site.
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Community focus: Ellie Dixon remix comp winners
Learn more about the 3 winners of our recent remix competition.
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Featured Artist: Adam Goodlet
Learn about Psy specialist and returning Producertech tutor, Adam Goodlet.
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Ellie Dixon Remix Competition
Remix Ellie Dixon for a chance to win Arturia & Producertech prizes!
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How to use Loopcloud
What is the best way to learn how to use Loopcloud? With Producertech of course!
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Community Focus: David H's journey
Producertech Member & 2-time competition winner David H tells his story
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Featured Artist: Ellie Dixon
A look at our new tutor Ellie Dixon's Indie Pop creativity.
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The Evolution of producing with Maschine
Can you produce with Maschine alone? This article discusses the limitations and changes over time.
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Learn the theory behind great basslines
Learn the secrets of a funky bassline with Jafunk.
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Featured Artist: Seppa
Learn more about acclaimed UK Bass producer and Producertech tutor, Seppa.
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What chemicals are best for making music?
Some advice on substances to help with creative flow.
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Featured Artist: Paul Maddox
Learn more about Techno legend Paul Maddox, one half of Spektre and one of our most prolific tutors.
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StayCreative: Remix Ruckspin & Win Prizes
We've teamed up with Ruckspin, Plugin Boutique & Loopcloud to give you the chance to remix one of the tracks from his album Songs For The Time Being.
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Featured Artist: Simon Shackleton
Learn about Simon Shackleton, the man behind some of our most in-depth & enlightening courses.
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Dom Howard Aka Ruckspin (Submotion Orchestra) Joins Producertech
We?re pleased to welcome Dom Howard aka Ruckspin to the Producertech family.
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Featured Artist: Reso
Featuring artists from the Producertech family. Check out DnB & Dubstep legend Reso.
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Ableton Live 11 Free Tutorials
Learn how to use some of the new features in Ableton Live 11 with our free tutorials.
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Should I get Vital Synth?
Read about the latest VST making waves, Vital Synth by Vital Audio.
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How to not break the law when sampling music
If you don?t fancy reading through pages of legal definitions and documents don?t worry, we?ve got you on the basics!
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How To Make Future Bass, Beats & Soulful Hip Hop With El Train
We are over the moon to welcome new tutor, future bass specialist El. Train to the Producertech family.
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End Of Year Remix Competition - Win A Novation Circuit & Plugins
Producertech are launching a new remix competition for winter 2020. The competition is exclusive to PT Members with our biggest prize pool yet worth over $900 including a Novation Circuit!
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Plugins: iZotope Stutter Edit 2
Learn about Stutter Edit 2, an epic plugin from iZotope and the legendary producer, BT.
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Plugins: iZotope Neoverb
Plugin wizards iZotope are back with a new intelligent reverb called Neoverb.
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Welcoming John Tejada to Producertech
Producertech are ecstatic to announce a new course with electronic music legend John Tejada.
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A brief history of sampling in music
You might be familiar with it, you've probably done it but what do you know about the history of sampling in music?
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5 Free music plugins you should know about
What are some of the best free music plugins available in 2020? Find out here.
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What are the different types of audio compressor?
Learn about the different types of audio compressors in music.
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Records that defined techno - The Detroit years
What are the records that defined techno? Producertech looks at the Detroit roots of the genre and the tracks that created one of the biggest underground electronic music scenes.
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The different types of EQ in music production
What are the different types of EQ in music production and how do you use them?
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Send music to record labels using LabelRadar
Learn how LabelRadar can help you get your music heard by record labels and music industry influencers.
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The Big Bass Remix Competition
Producertech is giving you the chance to win an awesome prize package in the form of Plugin Boutique?s Big Bass Bundle.
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6 Software Synths You Should Know About
With so many VST?s & audio units out there, it?s easy to get lost but there are a few that are responsible for soundtracking the songs you know and love. Here is our guide to the best soft synths on the market today.
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A Guide To How Music Distribution Works
Music subscription services: What are the differences for artists, where should your music be distributed and who should you distribute your music with?
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Music Production Courses For Beginners
So you?ve downloaded an Ableton trial and you?re ready to start making music but you don?t know how to. Maybe you?ve dabbled with FL Studio or installed Logic Pro. Now you need to find music production courses for beginners online to help you become a music producer!
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#StayInspired remix competition - Win plugins!
Win 3 great plugins with Producertech?s #StayInspired remix competition, exclusive to PT Members.
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5 Awesome Bass Music Tracks Recommended by Seppa
Some new and noteworthy music from current leaders in the genre
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Getting Started with Compression
An introduction to one of the most important audio effects in a producer?s arsenal
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Make Melodies with ease with Scaler 2
A guide to the new features and Producertech course on Plugin Boutique's superb music theory tool Scaler 2.
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What?s new in Logic Pro X 10.5?
Producertech senior tutor, Rob Jones, walks through all of the main updates in #LogicProX version 10.5. This tutorial includes info about dragging and dropping individual samples, using Q-Sampler and more step sequencing techniques, including automation.
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How to create dreamy pads
A pad is usually comprised of a sustained chord played on a synthesizer or layers of samples. Creating lush, dreamy pads is one way of adding real body and atmosphere to your track.
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#StayInCreate with Producertech, Loopmasters and Plugin Boutique
Some useful and much-needed community support in times of isolation!
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How to Become a Music Producer
Our advice on the essentials for getting into music production
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Where to start with a Bassline
Some production tips to get you going with making a dynamic and engaging bassline
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Improve your Music Theory skills in our next Webinar
What to expect in our next online workshop, teaching numerous techniques for creating the melodic parts in a track.
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Massive X Exclusive Presets
Native Instruments flagship soft synth is the focus of this week's Member content, with some free presets and tutorials
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Members Webinars Start 11th December 2019
Our live online workshops for members begin on 11th Dec with a detailed exploration of Loopmasters Loopcloud
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6 Top Tips for Sound Design with Serum
Some lesser known Serum features, including sample importing, custom wavetable creation and morphing, multimode filter, multiband compression and more!
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Beginners EQ Advice
An introduction to the main principles and considerations when applying EQ, as well as a few tips for how to approach it.
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Should you master your own tracks?
Producers often find themselves a bit confused about whether or not they should be mastering their own music, so this is some advice for when and how to do it.
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Music Theory - How much does a Producer need to know?
It?s a common situation to find producers with a good knowledge of the technical side, but very little in the music theory department, which can work for a time but inevitably makes it difficult to compose tracks of a more melodic nature.
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5 Quick Tips for adding more width to your music
Stereo mixing is undoubtedly one of the most crucial parts of music production, so what are some of the easiest ways to make your mix nice and big?
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What?s useful about Templates?
DAW Templates are becoming more and more popular with producers, and its easy to see why. Buying a template gives you access to a fully mixed and mastered project, complete with drum racks, samples, synth presets, MIDI information, automation, effects and more. So how exactly can a template be used to help you out with your own productions?
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