Today's tutorial is about sound design, and we'll cover how to create some great EDM lead sounds using Ableton Live's built-in synths. First we'll create the...

In this quick tip I'll introduce you to my new favourite plugin for sidechaining: VolumeShaper 3.

FabFilter Volcano 2 is one of my favorite multi-modulation filters. It's easy to configure, and has a great impact on my synth tracks. It has four filters,...

Today I'll show you how to make any sample suitable for your production. I realized that most of my students have been searching for suitable samples instead...

Today's tutorial is all about bouncing. Bouncing with a little creativity takes some pressure off your computer's CPU, and allows you to produce some nice...

I previously wrote two tutorials about how to make unique kicks. I recently discovered an easier way to make them—VSTi kick generators. I tried many of them,...

Vocals are an important element in many dance tracks. In this quick tip I will show you some tricks that add interest to your vocal phrases.

Today I will show you how to make a typical trance bass sound, which is very popular among the best producers in the world. The best way to do this is to...

Today I will show you a new technique which you can use to create interesting drum patterns. My last article was about modulation. Modulation techniques can...

Today I'll give away some of my best modulation tips. In my opinion, the best way to make a track sound good and flow nicely is to use lots of modulation....

Hey guys. Today I will show you how to use the arpeggio MIDI effect to create a typical progressive trance lead. In addition we will automate numerous...

There is a 2008 tutorial about Effectrix by Mo Volans. After I read it, I didn’t like it all. (I mean the device not the tut.) But after Armin Van Buuren...