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[...] Proposition. Essentially, your unique identity is what sets you apart from the rest and brings you followers and fans. But it’s not just [...]

[...] producer or musician, and covered concepts such as the importance of branding and having a unique identity, as well as detailing the pros and cons that each social media platform carries. The post was [...]

[...] your music. MIDI Files: MIDI files are included for all the bass, lead, and pad loops. Construction Kits: Fantastic for learning and finding inspiration for your music. Punch Plugin: A [...]

[...] want a load of MIDI files? Why Buy a MIDI Pack? Construction kits and MIDI packs are often looked down upon by producers. There’s a stigma surrounding them, [...]

[...] you have spare time. If you’re serious about music production, then you’ll find time. If you’re working a 9-5 job and watch 10 hours of TV a week, don’t [...]

[...] -ups is highly important. As mentioned in my guide to tension and energy in electronic dance music production – dance music relies on three main elements: tension, energy, and groove. What do [...]

[...] There are very few necessities when it comes to music production. If you’ve got a laptop, a DAW, and some headphones, then you can make decent music. With [...]

[...] come up with track names yet? I haven’t! It’s probably my biggest struggle in music production… It’s the third day working on track 4 which means you’ll be arranging [...]

[...] on a track can kill inspiration, especially considering that most of the sounds included in sample packs are useless anyway. Audition and choose the best sounds and organize them. Do this regularly [...]

[...] use field recordings effectively, and I’ll finish it off by reviewing each of the four sample packs available from ModeAudio. Examples of Field Recordings in Use The first question, of course, [...]

[...] and snare, so what I do is take a loop and try and copy what’s going on in there. Heaps of sample packs come with tops loops now, like the BHK and Emperor & Centra packs with nothing but [...]

[...] comes to production. I have way too many samples, it’s scary. Nowadays I find that many sample packs just lack something. Maybe I’m cynical and can’t see past that, but I feel as if [...]

[...] , and sound design in your track. Where I’m at That’s all for now. Enjoy!   The post EPC: Day 22 – Track 3 – Mixdown Part 2 (Automation) appeared first on EDMProd. [...]

[...] ignore sound design and technical details. Photo Credit: Horia Varlan via Compfight cc The post EPC: Day 25 – Track 4 – Composition Part 1 appeared first on EDMProd. [...]

[...] ? Do you need any help? Comment below. Workflow Tip 026: Be in a positive state of mind. The post EPC: Day 26 – Track 4 – Composition Part 2 appeared first on EDMProd. [...]

[...] Tip 028: RTFM. Read the ****ing manual. Photo Credit: sAeroZar via Compfight cc The post EPC: Day 28 – Track 4 – Mixdown Part 1 appeared first on EDMProd. [...]

[...] ) Knowledge of your DAW’s MIDI arrangement hotkeys Optional but incredibly helpful: a MIDI keyboard You can use any sampler you’d like, as long as you can control the amplitude envelope [...]

[...] that actually helps us create better music through enhanced workflow and creative input. A MIDI keyboard may not be an essential item when it comes to music production, but it is going to make your [...]

[...] monitors for example may allow you to hear things you wouldn’t normally, and owning a MIDI keyboard may help you get ideas down quicker. For gear reocmmendations, read Starting Electronic [...]