Trap music may have a distinct formula for drums, often anchored by the iconic TR-808 sounds, but the melodic side offers plenty of room for creativity. From sampled chord progressions and melodic loops to original…
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While most of us know the golden rules of music production – acoustically treated room, keeping your files organised, effective gain staging etc there are some things that we often overlook as music producers. In…
The “Kill Bill siren” as it’s widely known is one of the most iconic sounds in trap music. Its instantly recognizable tension-building quality can help electrify trap beats giving them added drama. In this post…
In vocal production, each plugin serves a unique purpose. From adding subtle character to creating larger-than-life effects, these tools allow you to experiment and discover your signature sound. We’ve found a bunch of plugins, well…
We are all looking to streamline our beatmaking process and speed up the crafting of tracks. Let’s face it, time is money and the more beats you can have listed on your beat store the…
What is Neutron 5? Neutron 5 is the latest version of the iZotopes’ all-in-one audio mixing suite designed to give producers and engineers total control over their mix, Neutron aims to solve key mixing challenges…
The new Snapback plugin by Cableguys, made in collaboration with music pioneer BT, is an absolute game-changer for your drum layering process. Get the pros’ ‘snapback’ drum trick in a plugin without having to to…
Trap music often leans into dark, haunting melodies that add atmosphere and intensity to its sound. These distopian tones complement and enhance the genre’s slow, heavy beats, providing the ideal bed for the often tense,…
Are you looking to add warm, nostalgic vibe to your tracks? If so, lo-fi plugins are going to be the perfect way to capture the crackles, warbles, and gritty textures reminiscent of old vinyl records…
In Hip-Hop and Trap music, drums are often the driving force setting the energy of the track. Getting them to sit perfectly in the mix is essential for an impactful sound. An effective way to…
