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Mastering Your Music: A Beginner’s Guide to the Final Touches
Mastering is crucial for making your EDM tracks sound professional across all platforms. This guide covers essential tools, techniques, and practical tips for mastering genres like Techno and Tech House, ensuring your music is polished and impactful. Learn about popular software, the mastering process, and critical listening skills.
Making a Melodic Techno Lead like Anyma (Tale Of US)
Mastering Melodic Techno Lead Sound Design in Bitwig Studio: A Deep Dive Inspired by Anyma & Chris Avantgarde's "Consciousness" In this video, we will explore how to create an exceptional melodic techno lead sound using the modular synthesizer in Bitwig Studio. By analyzing the song "Consciousness" by Anyma and Chris Avantgarde, we will draw inspiration and attempt to recreate the...
How to Use the Vocoder to Create Minimal Tech Sounds
Looking to spice up your music tracks and make them stand out? Learn how to use the vocoder effect to create minimal deep tech sounds that will take your music production to the next level. This article outlines the steps to follow, including choosing your modulator and carrier signals, setting up the vocoder effect, and adjusting the parameters. Experiment with...
Master the Basics of Minimal Deep House: A Comprehensive Tutorial
In this instructional video, we shall lead you through the intricacies of creating a minimal deep house track, including crafting a multifaceted kick drum rhythm, infusing vitality into the rhythm with LFOs, implementing polygrids to fabricate distinct types of chords, and actualizing a profound bass sound using Polygrid. By the end of this tutorial, you will acquire a concrete understanding...
Tech House Production Inspired by Hot Creations
Unlocking the Secrets of Hot Creations' Tech House Sound in Bitwig Studio In our blog, we share tips, techniques, and analyses of successful tracks to help you improve your productions. In this video, we'll focus on creating Tech House music using Bitwig Studio, taking inspiration from the recent Hot Creations release
How to create Skrillex and Fred Again's Rumble Bass
If you're a fan of electronic music, you might have heard about the latest collaboration between #skrillex, #fredagain, and #flowdan. The trio released a new track called "Rumble" that has been making waves in the electronic music scene. Understanding the Rumble Bass Sound The production of "Rumble" is a testament to the creativity and skill of Skrillex and Fred Again....
Customize Your Afro House Sound: Learn to Create a Melodic Sequencer
In this tutorial, we will be demonstrating how to create a typical melodic sequencer found in many Afro house records using Bitwig software. We will take you step by step through the process, starting with the unison oscillator, then the ADSR envelope, comb filter, resonant filter, and finally the main output.
Creating a Captivating Afro House Groove Using Bitwig Studio
A Step by Step Tutorial on How Create A Catchy Afro House Groove in Bitwig Studio Interested in producing electronic music? If so, you're probably already familiar with Bitwig Studio, a powerful digital audio workstation that has become a favorite among musicians and producers worldwide. In this comprehensive tutorial, we'll take you through the process of creating a Groove Afro...
How to Building Custom Percussion Sounds with VCV Rack in Bitwig Studio
Learn how to create custom percussion sounds using VCV Rack within Bitwig Studio. This tutorial will guide you through the process of using noise signals and sine waves to shape your audio sources with Befaco envelopes and a digital step sequencer. Modulate the effects and parameters with Surge XT filter and Audible Instruments resonator effect to create your own unique...
Introduction to Repro-5 - Poly Analog synth
Take a deep dive into the world of synthesis with the U-he Repro-5! This comprehensive YouTube playlist is dedicated to introducing and exploring the features and capabilities of this powerful synthesizer.
What is a modular synthesizer? The Beginner's Guide to Modular Synthesis: Understanding and Creating Unique Sounds. How to start using modular synthesizers
Unlock the full potential of your music production with The Beginner's Guide to Modular Synthesis. Discover the world of modular synthesizers and learn how to create unique and dynamic sounds. This guide is perfect for those new to the world of modular synthesis and looking for a comprehensive introduction to the subject. From understanding the basics of signal flow to...
Introduction to Repro-1 - Analogue, Meticulously recreated
Introduction to Repro-1 - Full Walkthrough In this 4 videos Playlist, Dan Worrall introduces a software synthesizer called Repro-1. This synthesizer is a faithful emulation of a classic, vintage synthesizer, known for its unique sound and character. The developers of Repro-1 have used a technique called component-level modeling to accurately capture the sound and behavior of the original synth. This means...
Voice manipulator vst: Vocal Processor Plugin Full Basic Tutorial
A full basic tutorial of Manipulator, the vocal processor plugin designed by Infected Mushroom. Learn how to use this powerful tool to transform and manipulate your vocals in creative ways.
Sound Design with I Wish - Polyverse and Infected Mushroom Plugin
I Wish is Infected Mushroom's first plug-in release and it's a powerful sound design tool that allows you to transform any sound into something new and unique. Follow along as we demonstrate how to use the plugin's various features to manipulate and shape your audio.
Noise in Music - Mixing & Synthesis with Noise
Mixing & Synthesis with Noise In this video, we're going to be talking about noise in music. We're going to be discussing different types of noise, how they're used in music, and some of the different ways that they can be mixed and synthesized. We'll also be talking about some of the oddities that can happen when you're working with...
How to mix in stereo... without sucking in mono (part 3)
Part 3: Timing... the secret of great stereo. Haas delay is not the only way to create phase differences between left and right channels. Filters and EQ can be used to create a sense of width or depth, or you can double track the part, or create unison synth layers. In Part 3, Dan Worrall looks at a few of...
How to synthesize hats and shakers - FabFilter Volcano 3
How to synthesize hats and shakers with FabFilter Volcano 3 In this tutorial, Dan Worrall explains how to design synthesized hats and shakers with FabFilter Volcano 3, using noise, filtering and modulation. SOFTWARE USED IN THIS TUTORIAL: FabFilter Volcano 3 - Filters with unique character Volcano 3 sees the introduction of a completely reimagined interface, a raft of new vintage-style...
How to Shape Sounds - Kilohearts Convolver Walkthrough - FX Vst
in this video we see everything we can achieve with the Convolver plugin, how it works and much more...
4 Fun Distortion Ideas: Phase, Nonlinear Filter, RMS
Phase Distortion, Nonlinear Filter, RMS.... Subtly warm and waft with Phase Distortion, add some dimension with Nonlinear Filter, topically heat things up alongside RMS with Faturator, and if all else fails go completely off the track with the quantize setting on Distortion. There are no wrong answers, just distorted ones. PLUGIN USED IN THIS TUTORIAL Kilohearts Faturator - Saturation...
How to make the bass sound from Pan Pot "Sleepless" Stephan Bodzin Remix in DRC
Tutorial on how to make the bass sound from the Pan Pot's song "Sleepless" Stephan Bodzin Remix in DRC - Polyphonic Synthesizer.
The Philosophy of Bass - Learn all About Bass
Why is it so hard to get the bass right in your mixes? Learn all about mixing low end in the excellent, epic tutorial by Dan Worrall. Slate Digital Plugins Collection Beautiful sound. Fantastic workflow. These are the foundations of FabFilter. We create powerful audio plug-ins with superb sound quality and innovative interfaces. FabFilter Pro C2 Plugin Page
How to make the bass and lead sounds for Tale Of Us - 'Nova'
How to make the bass and lead sounds for Tale Of Us - 'Nova' This tutorial track is actually another viewer suggestion, one we were happy to oblige and indulge our ears in the process. The track in question is ‘Nova’ by Tale Of Us, the DJ and producer partnership of Carmine ‘Karm’ Conte & Matteo Milleri. Since their debut...
5 Ways To Create Movement in Phase Plant
Movement in a synth patch elevates the mundane to the magical, and Eva demonstrates five areas you could be thinking about if you want to add more life to your sound design. From sampling and layering found sounds to using Formant Filter and Trance Gate Snapins for tonal and rhythmic variation, this video covers a ton of great ideas.
New Life to Old Samples with Phase Plant - 3 Episode Mini Series
Over the course of three episodes, Eva shows us how she breathes new life into old samples, from drum hits and one shots to environmental atmospheric recordings. Pads & bells from atmo samples ep.1 In this first episode Eva excites filters with atmo samples to create ethereal pads and harmonically rich bell sounds in Phase Plant. Top loops from atmo...
How to Create a Granular Flute on an Granular Synth
Granular Synthesis with Phase Plant Check Out Phase Plant Synth in our Software Section Kilohearts Phase Plant - Modular Synth Imagine the possibilitiesPhase Plant is a multi-award-winning, semi-modular softsynth developed for music producers and sound designers. With a unique combination of top-quality processing, creative freedom, and an intuitive workflow you will be creating amazing patches in no time. Explore limitless...
How to Create an Evolving pad on an FM Synth
Fm Synthesis with Phase Plant FM synthesis takes one signal and modulates it with another audio-rate signal, for complex timbral generation in just a few very simple steps. Lillian shows us how quickly you can get intense, effervescent sounds this way. Check Out Phase Plant Synth in our Software Section Kilohearts Phase Plant - Modular Synth Imagine the possibilitiesPhase Plant is...
LFO Ableton: How to Create Complexity to Your Sound
Hello, this is Luca, and welcome to another SampleSound music production tutorial. In this video, we will focus on LFOs and how to use them to add variation and complexity to your music. When it comes to techno and loop-based music in general, it is crucial to have variation to build an evolving and organic sound. Loops are by definition...
Fred Again ableton remake: how to create Fred's sounds in 'Marea (We've Lost Dancing)
Fred Again sounds: How does Fred Again loop? Fred Again's track "Marea (We've Lost Dancing)" featuring The Blessed Madonna has captured the hearts of many with its catchy riff and unique sound design. In this tutorial, Luca from Samplesound Academy demonstrates how to recreate the instrumental using Ableton Live 11. By isolating the parts, we can analyze the riff's distinctive...
How to create musical pattern with Filter Modulation Technique
How to create musical pattern with Filter Modulation Technique SAMPLE PACKS USED ✔Minimal Deep Tech
How to make Techno Background Groove
Hello this is luca and welcome to another sample sound music production tutorialin this video we will explore different techniques to create low-end background grooves for techno and house music with background grooves i mean low frequency add-on loops that complete the kick pattern like a techno rumble but more rhythmic and percussiveof course this type of sound takes a...
How you Can Make the Samples Your Own - Michael Klein
How you Can Make the Samples Your Own with Michael Klein hi everyone, this is mike klein i'm super excited to talk to you about my new sample pack mainly records on this modular system, but today i actually don't want to go through the samples individually i just want to show you how you can make the samples your own...
Create a Melodic Techno Arp in Ableton Using Stock Plugin
Create a Melodic Techno Arp in Ableton using stock plugins with Mel Parker Arpeggios and sequences are a common device used throughout dance music and are a great way to add melodic content to your tracks this video will demonstrate how you can make an arp in the style of melodic techno in ableton live so first let's load up...
Musical Background Using Noise Gate Technique
How make Musical Background Using Noise Gate Technique with Distilled Noise SAMPLE PACKS USED ✔Blade Ghetto House ✔Dimel Minimal Tech House hey guys how's it going my name is francesco i make minimal house music as distill noise and today i'm here for sample sound to show you how i make musical backgrounds for my tracks using their drum...
Resampling a Vocal Recording with any native sampler or plugin
Hello, this is Luca, and welcome to a new SampleSound tutorial. Today I’m gonna show you how to resample a vocal recording! Resampling a vocal can lead to many interesting results, and in this video we gonna see a couple of examples: we’ll be exploring some sound design techniques to transform a voice into a modern EDM lead, or a...
Music Production and Sound Design
Explore the best of music production tutorials right here at Samplesound. Ranging from must-know music production tips to lessons on how to create a variety of sounds, our selection checks all of the boxes.
Mastering Your Music: A Beginner’s Guide to the Final Touches
Mastering is crucial for making your EDM tracks sound professional across all platforms. This guide covers essential tools, techniques, and practical tips for mastering genres like Techno and Tech House, ensuring your music is polished and impactful. Learn about popular software, the mastering process, and critical listening skills.
Making a Melodic Techno Lead like Anyma (Tale Of US)
Mastering Melodic Techno Lead Sound Design in Bitwig Studio: A Deep Dive Inspired by Anyma & Chris Avantgarde's "Consciousness" In this video, we will explore how to create an exceptional melodic techno lead sound using the modular synthesizer in Bitwig Studio. By analyzing the song "Consciousness" by Anyma and Chris Avantgarde, we will draw inspiration and attempt to recreate the...
How to Use the Vocoder to Create Minimal Tech Sounds
Looking to spice up your music tracks and make them stand out? Learn how to use the vocoder effect to create minimal deep tech sounds that will take your music production to the next level. This article outlines the steps to follow, including choosing your modulator and carrier signals, setting up the vocoder effect, and adjusting the parameters. Experiment with...
How to create Skrillex and Fred Again's Rumble Bass
If you're a fan of electronic music, you might have heard about the latest collaboration between #skrillex, #fredagain, and #flowdan. The trio released a new track called "Rumble" that has been making waves in the electronic music scene. Understanding the Rumble Bass Sound The production of "Rumble" is a testament to the creativity and skill of Skrillex and Fred Again....
Creating a Captivating Afro House Groove Using Bitwig Studio
A Step by Step Tutorial on How Create A Catchy Afro House Groove in Bitwig Studio Interested in producing electronic music? If so, you're probably already familiar with Bitwig Studio, a powerful digital audio workstation that has become a favorite among musicians and producers worldwide. In this comprehensive tutorial, we'll take you through the process of creating a Groove Afro...
How to Building Custom Percussion Sounds with VCV Rack in Bitwig Studio
Learn how to create custom percussion sounds using VCV Rack within Bitwig Studio. This tutorial will guide you through the process of using noise signals and sine waves to shape your audio sources with Befaco envelopes and a digital step sequencer. Modulate the effects and parameters with Surge XT filter and Audible Instruments resonator effect to create your own unique...
What is a modular synthesizer? The Beginner's Guide to Modular Synthesis: Understanding and Creating Unique Sounds. How to start using modular synthesizers
Unlock the full potential of your music production with The Beginner's Guide to Modular Synthesis. Discover the world of modular synthesizers and learn how to create unique and dynamic sounds. This guide is perfect for those new to the world of modular synthesis and looking for a comprehensive introduction to the subject. From understanding the basics of signal flow to...
Sound Design with I Wish - Polyverse and Infected Mushroom Plugin
I Wish is Infected Mushroom's first plug-in release and it's a powerful sound design tool that allows you to transform any sound into something new and unique. Follow along as we demonstrate how to use the plugin's various features to manipulate and shape your audio.
Noise in Music - Mixing & Synthesis with Noise
Mixing & Synthesis with Noise In this video, we're going to be talking about noise in music. We're going to be discussing different types of noise, how they're used in music, and some of the different ways that they can be mixed and synthesized. We'll also be talking about some of the oddities that can happen when you're working with...
How to mix in stereo... without sucking in mono (part 3)
Part 3: Timing... the secret of great stereo. Haas delay is not the only way to create phase differences between left and right channels. Filters and EQ can be used to create a sense of width or depth, or you can double track the part, or create unison synth layers. In Part 3, Dan Worrall looks at a few of...
How to synthesize hats and shakers - FabFilter Volcano 3
How to synthesize hats and shakers with FabFilter Volcano 3 In this tutorial, Dan Worrall explains how to design synthesized hats and shakers with FabFilter Volcano 3, using noise, filtering and modulation. SOFTWARE USED IN THIS TUTORIAL: FabFilter Volcano 3 - Filters with unique character Volcano 3 sees the introduction of a completely reimagined interface, a raft of new vintage-style...
4 Fun Distortion Ideas: Phase, Nonlinear Filter, RMS
Phase Distortion, Nonlinear Filter, RMS.... Subtly warm and waft with Phase Distortion, add some dimension with Nonlinear Filter, topically heat things up alongside RMS with Faturator, and if all else fails go completely off the track with the quantize setting on Distortion. There are no wrong answers, just distorted ones. PLUGIN USED IN THIS TUTORIAL Kilohearts Faturator - Saturation...
How to make the bass and lead sounds for Tale Of Us - 'Nova'
How to make the bass and lead sounds for Tale Of Us - 'Nova' This tutorial track is actually another viewer suggestion, one we were happy to oblige and indulge our ears in the process. The track in question is ‘Nova’ by Tale Of Us, the DJ and producer partnership of Carmine ‘Karm’ Conte & Matteo Milleri. Since their debut...
5 Ways To Create Movement in Phase Plant
Movement in a synth patch elevates the mundane to the magical, and Eva demonstrates five areas you could be thinking about if you want to add more life to your sound design. From sampling and layering found sounds to using Formant Filter and Trance Gate Snapins for tonal and rhythmic variation, this video covers a ton of great ideas.
New Life to Old Samples with Phase Plant - 3 Episode Mini Series
Over the course of three episodes, Eva shows us how she breathes new life into old samples, from drum hits and one shots to environmental atmospheric recordings. Pads & bells from atmo samples ep.1 In this first episode Eva excites filters with atmo samples to create ethereal pads and harmonically rich bell sounds in Phase Plant. Top loops from atmo...
How to Create a Granular Flute on an Granular Synth
Granular Synthesis with Phase Plant Check Out Phase Plant Synth in our Software Section Kilohearts Phase Plant - Modular Synth Imagine the possibilitiesPhase Plant is a multi-award-winning, semi-modular softsynth developed for music producers and sound designers. With a unique combination of top-quality processing, creative freedom, and an intuitive workflow you will be creating amazing patches in no time. Explore limitless...
LFO Ableton: How to Create Complexity to Your Sound
Hello, this is Luca, and welcome to another SampleSound music production tutorial. In this video, we will focus on LFOs and how to use them to add variation and complexity to your music. When it comes to techno and loop-based music in general, it is crucial to have variation to build an evolving and organic sound. Loops are by definition...
Fred Again ableton remake: how to create Fred's sounds in 'Marea (We've Lost Dancing)
Fred Again sounds: How does Fred Again loop? Fred Again's track "Marea (We've Lost Dancing)" featuring The Blessed Madonna has captured the hearts of many with its catchy riff and unique sound design. In this tutorial, Luca from Samplesound Academy demonstrates how to recreate the instrumental using Ableton Live 11. By isolating the parts, we can analyze the riff's distinctive...
How to create musical pattern with Filter Modulation Technique
How to create musical pattern with Filter Modulation Technique SAMPLE PACKS USED ✔Minimal Deep Tech
How to make Techno Background Groove
Hello this is luca and welcome to another sample sound music production tutorialin this video we will explore different techniques to create low-end background grooves for techno and house music with background grooves i mean low frequency add-on loops that complete the kick pattern like a techno rumble but more rhythmic and percussiveof course this type of sound takes a...
Create a Melodic Techno Arp in Ableton Using Stock Plugin
Create a Melodic Techno Arp in Ableton using stock plugins with Mel Parker Arpeggios and sequences are a common device used throughout dance music and are a great way to add melodic content to your tracks this video will demonstrate how you can make an arp in the style of melodic techno in ableton live so first let's load up...
Musical Background Using Noise Gate Technique
How make Musical Background Using Noise Gate Technique with Distilled Noise SAMPLE PACKS USED ✔Blade Ghetto House ✔Dimel Minimal Tech House hey guys how's it going my name is francesco i make minimal house music as distill noise and today i'm here for sample sound to show you how i make musical backgrounds for my tracks using their drum...
Resampling a Vocal Recording with any native sampler or plugin
Hello, this is Luca, and welcome to a new SampleSound tutorial. Today I’m gonna show you how to resample a vocal recording! Resampling a vocal can lead to many interesting results, and in this video we gonna see a couple of examples: we’ll be exploring some sound design techniques to transform a voice into a modern EDM lead, or a...
Tools and Plugins
Browse insider software reviews to find the best match for you. Here, you will also be able to find quality plug-in reviews, hardware reviews, and learn about how to use audio software - the ins and outs of the most popular systems, explained by experts who really use them. Through in-depth, well-structured video evaluations, you will be able to not only gain a better understanding of all of the features included, but also often see them at work.
Master the Basics of Minimal Deep House: A Comprehensive Tutorial
In this instructional video, we shall lead you through the intricacies of creating a minimal deep house track, including crafting a multifaceted kick drum rhythm, infusing vitality into the rhythm with LFOs, implementing polygrids to fabricate distinct types of chords, and actualizing a profound bass sound using Polygrid. By the end of this tutorial, you will acquire a concrete understanding...
How to Building Custom Percussion Sounds with VCV Rack in Bitwig Studio
Learn how to create custom percussion sounds using VCV Rack within Bitwig Studio. This tutorial will guide you through the process of using noise signals and sine waves to shape your audio sources with Befaco envelopes and a digital step sequencer. Modulate the effects and parameters with Surge XT filter and Audible Instruments resonator effect to create your own unique...
Introduction to Repro-1 - Analogue, Meticulously recreated
Introduction to Repro-1 - Full Walkthrough In this 4 videos Playlist, Dan Worrall introduces a software synthesizer called Repro-1. This synthesizer is a faithful emulation of a classic, vintage synthesizer, known for its unique sound and character. The developers of Repro-1 have used a technique called component-level modeling to accurately capture the sound and behavior of the original synth. This means...
Voice manipulator vst: Vocal Processor Plugin Full Basic Tutorial
A full basic tutorial of Manipulator, the vocal processor plugin designed by Infected Mushroom. Learn how to use this powerful tool to transform and manipulate your vocals in creative ways.
Mixing and Mastering
Music is all about community, and that's exactly why the Samplesound blog was created. Featuring a curated blend of artist interviews, software reviews, new partnership announcements and more, our music production blog encourages connection and the continuous development of our music community into itself. Music reviews, new artist insights and articles into all things music production-related - find it all at Samplesound.
The Philosophy of Bass - Learn all About Bass
Why is it so hard to get the bass right in your mixes? Learn all about mixing low end in the excellent, epic tutorial by Dan Worrall. Slate Digital Plugins Collection Beautiful sound. Fantastic workflow. These are the foundations of FabFilter. We create powerful audio plug-ins with superb sound quality and innovative interfaces. FabFilter Pro C2 Plugin Page
How you Can Make the Samples Your Own - Michael Klein
How you Can Make the Samples Your Own with Michael Klein hi everyone, this is mike klein i'm super excited to talk to you about my new sample pack mainly records on this modular system, but today i actually don't want to go through the samples individually i just want to show you how you can make the samples your own...
ABOUT Samplesound Academy
We are proud to present the all-newSamplesound Music Production Academy.Discover a library of tutorial videos and expert tips with all the ins and outs of music production. Music production school doesn’t have to be boring. With Samplesound’s Academy, you will be able tolearn from top producers and artistsall within the comfort of your own home. If you're interested inmaking your own musicor even just improving what you already have, then this is the place.