How to write a dramedy cue for TV: A step-by-step guide
Expert media composer Dave Croft breaks down how to write a dramedy cue for reality TV, covering sound selection, arrangement,...
Tips & Tutorials
MIDI editing tips for producing better tracks
From quantization to automation, level up your music with these key MIDI editing tips.
How to write a bassline for house, techno, disco, and more (free MIDI and presets included)
Learn how to write a bassline across eight genres—from house and disco to trap and drum and bass—with free MIDI...
How to write a bassline for house, techno, disco, and more (free MIDI and presets included)
Learn how to write a bassline across eight genres—from house and disco to trap and drum and bass—with free MIDI...
10 musical patterns you need to know (rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic)
From polyrhythms to tertiary harmony, we explore ten rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic musical patterns that every music creator should know.
How to make a MIDI guitar sound real (free MIDI files included)
Learn how to make your MIDI guitar sound real with our practical tips on chord structures, strumming patterns, and melodic...
Stereo imaging: How to create width, height, and depth in your mix
Learn how to elevate the stereo imaging of your mix with popular song examples, tips, and techniques for each of...
Madame Gandhi takes on our inaugural episode of Producer’s Choice
Watch Madame Gandhi as she produces a track out of her own beatboxing, field recordings, and more in our new...
What is a DAW? A guide to digital audio workstations
We take a look at what a DAW (digital audio workstation) is, explore their rich history, and discuss how to...
Song structure: How to build a song (with examples)
Learn how to turn musical ideas into full tracks with essential song structure tips, examples, and techniques.
