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We all have our favorites when it comes to music, and our community is no different. In this page, the focus is on the best of the best. Straight from the top of the charts to Samplesound, these selections are tried-and-true fan favorites that are sure to make it to the top of your list, too.
From the best softwares and best sample packs to the best labels and artists, it's all about the number 1's. Dive in and get ready to find your new music production staples.
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Transform Your Beats: How Smart Tools Are Changing Drumming Forever
Drumming is at the core of many musical genres, from electronic beats to live acoustic sessions. For both aspiring and seasoned drummers, access to the right tools can make the difference between struggling with technique and mastering your craft. That’s where UPBEAT STUDIO’s apps, Drum Coach and Drum Notes, step in to revolutionize the way drummers learn, practice, and compose....
Popular Chord Progressions and How to Use Them in EDM, Techno, and More
Chord progressions are the backbone of emotional storytelling in music. They provide the foundation upon which melodies, basslines, and rhythms are built, creating a cohesive structure for a track. In electronic music genres like Techno, EDM, House, and Trap, chord progressions play a pivotal role in defining the mood and energy of a piece. A hypnotic progression can drive the...
Advanced Rhythm Theory: Take Your Music to the Next Level
Why Advanced Rhythm Theory is Essential for Modern Producers In electronic music, rhythm is the heartbeat. Whether it’s the driving kick of techno, the syncopated grooves of house, or the high-energy builds of EDM, rhythm shapes how your track connects with listeners. But what happens when the standard 4/4 beat starts to feel predictable? This is where advanced rhythm theory...
Sound Design Techniques: Your Music with Unique Sounds
Why Sound Design Matters in EDM and Club Music In the fast-paced world of electronic music, sound design isn’t just a technical skill—it’s an art form that defines your identity as a producer. Genres like techno, minimal, and house thrive on intricate, innovative soundscapes that captivate listeners and fuel dancefloors. A single distinctive sound can turn an ordinary track into...
Home Studio Essentials: Must-Have Gear for Music Production
The world of music production has never been more accessible, especially for electronic music genres like techno and EDM. With the rise of affordable gear and intuitive software, anyone can transform a spare room into a creative hub for crafting professional-quality tracks. But how do you ensure your setup meets the demands of electronic production? Whether you're layering hypnotic techno...
AI Sample Pack Generator: A New Approach to Sound Creation
The Evolution of Sound Creation The art of sound creation has undergone a major transformation over the years. In the past, producers were limited to manual sound design, piecing together unique sounds one by one. This process was time-consuming and required extensive technical skills to craft the distinct tones, textures, and atmospheres desired. However, with the recent rise of AI-powered...
5 of the Best Tech House Sample Packs in 2020
2020 may have been a year of confinement in our homes, but that doesn’t mean the party stopped! Let’s end this year with a bang by producing some of the finest music from the best 5 tech house samples of 2020!
Artist Interview: Funk cartel
Could you tell us about your background?Hi Samplesound, we were born in London raised in Kent, our family has always had close ties to dance music and in particular all things House. Our Uncles threw acid house raves in London back in the 80s and ran a record label, being surrounded by the music growing up it was only natural...
Focus on Deep Tech Series
Deep Tech Series is an inspirational collection of minimal/deep tech loops and samples, packed full of swinging drum workouts, dubby chords, sophisticated synths, deep-basses, organic and processed percussive loops, dreamy pads and more.
Datacode is out now on Samplesound!
Datacode was founded in 2006 by producer Joe Romano aka Dataworx, who is based in Canada and has been producing Techno, Progressive & Tech House for nearly two decades. His most successful projects include Dataworx..
Samplesound "Artist Series" is coming soon
A brand new series is out on Beatport Sounds Store. Samplesound continues to close cooperation with known and established producers in the underground world. The scope of musical genres released under this label covers various electronic music niches like Techno and Tech House as well as single-instrument sample librar...
