Year on year, AI is becoming more and more a part of modern music production workflows. But is this constant march towards AI powered music creation a positive development or a shortcut that could do…
Tag: Samples
One of the biggest trends recently in music production has been the move toward portability. Producers are no longer confined to darkened studios tethered to their recording setup. With nothing more than a battery pack,…
Just last week we announced the release of Native Instruments’ flagship software collection, Komplete 26, and this week they’re back in the news once again. At the time, we noted that Native Instruments were having…
Before diving into the latest instalment of Native Instruments’ flagship Komplete collection, it’s worth remembering that only a few months ago the company entered preliminary insolvency proceedings. This was seen as surprising news for a…
Only a few weeks back we bought news of a new MPC on the horizon. At this point details were scant, with many even speculating that it could be a hoax or the work of…
When it comes to product launches, this was probably not what Akai had in mind for their latest MPC instalment – The MPC Sample. A rogue eBay listing from a US retailer appeared and then…
We take modern music production for granted these days. Everything happens in the box: unlimited tracks, instant editing, endless plug-ins. But if you rewind to the previous century, things looked very different. This post is…
The word alchemist describes someone who can transform or create something through a seemingly magical process. And that’s exactly what Alan the Chemist, better known as The Alchemist, does best. As one of underground hip-hop’s…
Creating a memorable beat that bangs requires attention to both the big picture and the small details. Every element plays a role in how a track comes together. In this post, we’ll highlight seven essential…
In his latest video, Boom Bap producer and prolific YouTuber Navie D breaks down the different roles that samples play in sample-based music production. Using the analogy of a movie production, he identifies four key…
