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The day has come. 11 years after the release of Xfer’s Serum, Serum 2 is finally here. Upon its release in 2014, Serum was an absolute game-changer in the sound design world. And now Serum 2 has pushed the envelope even further. So what’s new? What can you do in Serum 2 that you couldn’t […]
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Audio filters are one of the most essential tricks in the producer’s toolkit. When used efficiently, they can provide clarity and space to your mix. However, it can be easy to over-complicate the use of filters and get lost in the terms. In this guide, we’ll tackle: Let’s dive in! 👇 What Is An Audio […]
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Some have called Vital synth the successor to Xfer Serum. Released in November 2020, it is one of the most intuitive synth plugins on the market. And it’s free. You read that right. So what makes Vital so special? In this guide, we will go through everything you need to know to create the most […]
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FM synthesis might sound like a scary topic to you. Or you might think that it’s only good for those Brostep bass growls. However, FM synthesis is an essential building block of sound design. And although it might seem overwhelming initially, it doesn’t have to be that way. This is why we’ve made this guide […]
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Ableton Drift is Ableton Live’s brand-new analog-modeled synth. It’s capable of producing incredibly warm, comforting sounds. This makes it perfect for genres such as LoFi Hip Hop or Organic House. So what makes Ableton Drift unique? And why should you check it out? That’s what we’ll cover in this guide! Together, we are going to […]
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Granular synthesis is a super fun way to create never-heard-before sounds. But the interfaces on many granular synths are confusing, and you can feel overwhelmed. So in this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about granular synthesis and FX, including: Let’s start with what granular synthesis is! But first, grab our free Foley […]
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Introduced in 2019, Massive X is the successor to the famous synth Massive. It features a modernized look and more advanced capabilities. But how does it fare compared to behemoths like Serum or Vital? This is what we are going to find out! In this guide, we are going to cover: And hopefully by the […]
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Sidechain compression is the hallmark of electronic dance music. It’s that unmistakable pumping effect when you hear the kick hit and the bass duck. But it can be a bit daunting to approach – especially if you’re new. So to help, in this guide you’ll learn: If you want to get those tight, controlled mixes […]
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Phase Plant is (possibly) the most powerful synth out there. Modular by nature, its capabilities are limitless. However, it also has a steep learning curve. And its complex workflow can discourage some. Being a modular synth (more on that later), Phase Plant relies on YOU to do a lot of the work. Luckily, we’re here […]
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It’s impossible to deny – the OTT plugin is synonymous with modern electronic music. Yet, you may have wondered how it actually works? And why it sounds so good? For these reasons, you might not be getting the most out of this simple but important tool. In this guide, we’re going to cover everything your […]
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Hi hats are synonymous with groove in EDM. Actually, this might be one of the reasons your music sounds robotic 👀 It’s easy to overlook hi hats, and focus instead on kicks and snares. But human-sounding hi hats will give your track a professional shine. That’s what we’ll explore in this guide! Together we will […]
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Synplant is a unique synth. Quite simply, there is no other synth like it. Don’t take my word for it. Flume has repeatedly praised it, and written dozen of tracks with it. In a nutshell, “Synplant is a software synthesizer with a genetic approach to sound creation”. Curious to learn what this means? Keep reading! […]
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Synth pads are what give our tracks their density and their fullness. Without a good pad, your track will sound thin and empty. Besides filling up the frequency spectrum, a pad also gives movement to our track. So it’s worth knowing different methods to create them. That’s what we’ll cover in this guide! Together, we’ll […]
The post Synth Pads: 9 Crazy Ways to Create Lush Atmospheres (2023) appeared first on EDMProd.
An LFO is one of the most common tools used in sound design. Load any preset in your favorite synth, and there’s probably one active. LFO stands for Low-Frequency Oscillator. And it’s what gives our tracks movement and variation. With LFOs, you can modulate any parameter of your choice. Which makes it an extremely powerful […]
The post LFO Like a Boss: The Complete Beginner’s Guide (2023) appeared first on EDMProd.
The ability to process samples uniquely is a foundation of modern EDM. After all, pretty much every track you’ve heard of has samples in it. But being able to transform a sample so you don’t recognize it is an art! After all, there’s nothing worse than building a track around one sample… Only to find […]
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The kick drum is the most essential part of any EDM track. And so, knowing how to EQ kick drums is crucial. There’s simply no getting around it – pick the wrong one and your track loses all energy. Think of your track as a house. Maybe the vocals are the front door and the […]
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Harmor is one of those synths that just doesn’t get enough praise. With some truly unique features, Harmor could become your new favorite weapon. And while everyone is busy with Serum, Harmor might just set you apart. But what makes Harmor different? In this guide, we will go through everything you need to know to […]
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A vocoder is one of the most recognizable effects in popular music. If you ever heard a robotic-sounding voice in a tune – chances are it was a vocoder. Even if you haven’t heard the term before, you’ll know what I’m talking about: Made popular by bands such as Pink Floyd and Daft Punk, a […]
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“When I hear them 808 drums, It’s got me singing…”🎵 From Madonna’s “Girls Gone Wild” all the way to Kendrick Lamar’s “A.D.H.D”, 808s are part of popular music culture. But maybe you’re still not quite sure what this so-called “eight-O-eight” is… In that case, you’ve come to the right place! In this guide, we’ll cover: […]
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You might not have heard of bitcrushing before… But you might have seen words like “downsampling” or “bit reduction”. In a nutshell, bitcrushing reduces the quality of an audio sample by lowering its resolution and/or sample rate. This adds distortion, grit, or warmth to your sound depending on the settings. In this guide, we’ll cover […]
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