How to make a ‘Dictionary.com type beat’
In this tutorial video, we take audio recordings of various words from Dictionary.com and flip them into drums, melodies, synths, and more.
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Sound Design
Explore synthesis, audio effects, and other topics that pertain to the world of sound design.
The difference between white noise, pink noise, brown noise, and more
Learn about the definitions, differences, and use cases of white noise, pink noise, brown noise, and more.
5 advanced sample manipulation techniques in Ableton Live
We explore five of the many ways you can use sample manipulation to transform and reimagine your sounds in Ableton Live.
Make a song using household sounds | Songwriting Club
Write a song that incorporates household sounds, and share your work to receive feedback from us and your peers.
How to make your own multi-sample instrument (free kalimba included)
In this tutorial, we walk though how anyone can make their own multi-sample instrument, using a kalimba to demonstrate.
How to make a beat using only one sample (free stems and project file included)
We take the age-old phrase "less is more" to new heights by demonstrating how you can create an entire beat using nothing but one sample.
Making a beat at 20 BPM (free stems and MIDI files included)
In this video, we explore how we might go about producing a track at a gentle (to say the least) 20 BPM.
How to create samples using household sounds (free one-shots included)
Let's explore how you can design original samples using nothing but the sounds that are immediately around you.
3 unique ways to use RC-20 Retro Color
From incorporating it in your live setup to playing a throwback game right on its interface, we explore some unique ways to use RC-20 Retro Color.
How to use XLN Audio’s RC-20 Retro Color
In this comprehensive walkthrough of RC-20, we dive into each FX module and explore how you can combine them to create some compelling timbres.
How to make a synth pad using your own voice (free preset included)
Even if you're not a vocalist, your voice can still be used as a powerful sampler instrument.
How to make UK drill with a power drill (free stems and MIDI files included)
Let's apply processing to drill sounds to turn them into synth pads and percussion one-shots that reflect the aesthetic of UK drill.
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