In a nutshell, saturation is the phenomenon of adding harmonics or distortion to a signal to add warmth and character. This can give your sounds extra depth and texture in a mix. While it may sound complicated, saturation is actually quite easy to achieve using plugins. Let’s take a look at some of our favorite…
Sampling is a fundamental part of electronic music production, allowing producers to take existing sounds and manipulate them in order to create something new. It's an art form that can be used to add texture, character, and unique sonic qualities to any track. In this blog post, we’ll explore what sampling is, how it works,…
Distortion is an essential tool for any electronic music producer, but it can be difficult to understand. This post aims to provide a practical guide to distortion and explain its applications in electronic music production. Distortion has been used in music since the early days of rock and roll. It adds a unique flavor…
Over The Top (OTT) is an incredibly powerful tool to shape and enhance your electronic music productions. OTT is a multi-band compressor designed in the style of classic hardware compressors with a modern twist. It can be used to smooth out dynamics, add punch, and provide extra character and clarity to your mixes. In this…
Tape Machines offer a unique way to add character to your tracks without having to shell out for expensive studio equipment. Let’s take a look at some of our favorite tape machine plugins for 2023.
UAD Studer A800
This plugin captures the sound of an iconic piece of hardware that has been used in countless…
Glitch plugins can add a unique and creative sound to your tracks, whether it be through the use of stutters, pitch-shifting, or otherwise mangling your sounds. In this blog post, we’ll cover the top five glitch VST plugins that every electronic music producer should know about.
Glitchmachines Polygon
This powerful plugin is great for creating…
The Sonnox Inflator Plugin is praised for its ability to add clarity and punch to any track, but what makes it so good? This blog post will give an honest review of the Sonnox Inflator plugin, going into detail about how it works and what makes it stand out from other plugins.
What Does…
Music production can be a challenging but rewarding art form. With the right training, anyone can learn how to produce professional-quality music from their homes. To help you get started, we have compiled a list of the best ways to learn music production. Read on to find out more!
Take a Class or Workshop
Taking…
If you're a musician or a music producer, then you know just how important reverb is when it comes to adding texture and emotion to your tracks. But did you know that there’s another way of creating reverb other than with traditional plugins? It’s called convolution reverb, and it uses something called impulse response (IR)…
An expander is a type of dynamic processor that increases the level of audio signals below a certain threshold, resulting in a fuller, more impactful sound. In this blog post, we’ll discuss what expanders are and how they can be used in music production.
How Does an Expander Work?
An expander works by increasing the…
Did you know that the yangqin is a Chinese hammered dulcimer? Or that the shakuhachi is a Japanese flute? Knowing the ins and outs of different instruments can help you create new sounds and broaden your musical horizon. Here is a list of world instruments worth knowing.
Koto
The koto is a traditional Japanese…
Mixing vocals can be a daunting task. You want the vocal track to stand out, but you don't want it to overshadow the other elements of your song. To help you get the perfect balance between your vocal and background tracks, here are five tips that'll help you mix vocals like a pro.
Get the…