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…
Tag: DAW
While it’s not the first DAW, Cubase is seen by many as the granddaddy of DAWs. From its early version running on the Atari ST to this, its latest incarnation, Cubase has come a long…
Most producers will tell you that coming up with the initial idea for a beat or song is the most fun part. It’s where creativity flows freely and anything can happen. But once your track…
The public beta for Live 12.3 just dropped, and this free update for Live 12 gives new possibilities for working with samples, new features for Push 3 and a new audio effect for Move, Note…
This week Image Line put out their new 2025 update for their flagship DAW FL Studio. The latest update is a serious toolkit expansion – packed with new creative tools, workflow upgrades, and sound design…
One of the most exciting developments in DAW technology over the past couple of years has been the integration of Stem separation. A once unconceivable concept, stem separation allows for ever deeper levels of audio…
If you’re reading this before the 20th May, you’re in luck – because for a few more days, it might just be the right time to grab yourself a copy of Ableton Live 12 at…
Ever wanted to turn your DAW into a musical time machine? If you’ve dreamed of crafting dusty, nostalgic tracks that sound like forgotten vinyl nuggets—or the kind of music you like to sample—you’re in luck.…
Hip Hop, RnB and Neo-Soul are all about a strong rhythm section with a heavy emphasis on groove. We have talked at length about the roll drums have but what about that other crucial driver…
Recording vocals over lease beats can be a challenge. But with the right techniques, you can make your vocals stand out and sound amazing. Whether you’re an aspiring rapper, budding singer, or both, small adjustments…
