A recent video showcasing a new device called the Minichord has sparked excitement among the music-making community. At first glance, it resembles a pocket-sized version of the Omnichord—a distinctive instrument created by Suzuki in the…
Tag: Production
Getting your beats to stand out in a crowded and saturated market is one of the main challenges for aspiring beatmakers. One great method to get your beats heard and recognised is by entering remix…
Beatmaking apps have revolutionized how music is created, bringing professional-grade features right to your fingertips. These apps are perfect for capturing inspiration on the go, and their relatively low price points make music production more…
Who doesn’t love a free virtual instrument? Well, if you’re a brass fan, we’ve got something special for you. This Kontakt instrument, brought to you by the generous people over at “Music Sampling,” offers an…
Rescued and Restored 100 year old Upright Piano finds new lease of life in the Digital Domain. The marketplace is certainly not short on great-sounding “piano” virtual instruments, and like real pianos they all have…
As the number of stem separation tools on the market continues to grow, it’s becoming increasingly hard to stand out. Most stem separators allow you to isolate basic elements like vocals, drums, bass, and a…
The late great J Dilla stands out as one of the most transformative hip-hop producers of the past 30 years. He single-handedly reshaped the genre and helped redefine the Boom Bap style. His innovative approach…
Vocal chops have become a much used element in modern trap-inspired beats. They are great at adding texture, rhythm, and an emotional edge. When done right, vocal chops can create dynamic layers or even act…
“Groove is in the Heart” is a seminal early 90’s dance classic that remains a firm floor-filler. If you are a keen sample historian you may know that the song’s infectious bassline is lifted from…
Afrobeats has become one of the most globally influential music genres in recent years. It blends African rhythms with modern pop, dance and reggae elements to create infectious catchy grooves. With construction kits offering complete…