Studio One MiDi Explained®

HiDERA | 19 July 2025 | 344 MB

Join veteran Groove3 instructor Gary Hiebner for a comprehensive Studio One video course on using MIDI. If you’ve never used MIDI in Studio One before, this is the course to start with. Not only will you learn how to set up your MIDI devices (keyboards, pads, etc.) and get them working properly in Studio One, but you’ll also learn tons of useful tips on recording and editing MIDI data, helpful S1 features like the Chord Track, using drum maps and patterns, adding MIDI automation, and much more! These Studio One videos are designed for Studio One users that are new to the subject of MIDI. Gary welcomes you to the course and begins by showing you how to properly set up your MIDI devices in Studio One, such as MIDI keyboards, drum pads, or other controllers. You’ll then learn how to create instruments and assign MIDI controllers to them, so you’ll be ready to go. This is followed by a look at some MIDI editing tools that you can use to tweak your MIDI performances, such as adjusting the position and velocities (volumes) of notes.

Tech Tips Vol.1 TUTORiAL

P2P | 29 December 2012 | 140 MB

This Sonic Academy Tech Tip will expand Ableton Live for you. We show you how to add and use a third-party VST Vocoder (TAL Vocoder), vocode audio tracks and use a MIDI track to change the pitch of the notes.

Ableton Live II MiDi TUTORiAL

SYNTHiC4TE | 03 October 2014 | 293 MB

MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface)

Create a short MIDI sequence using audio clips and a drum beat, then use a technique called quantizing to automatically align all the elements to the same time and tempo. Ableton Live 9 is uniquely powerful audio software, equally strong in helping you create, produce, and perform music. In this second, 68-minute class from audio engineer, musician, and producer Brian Jackson, you’ll learn the ins and outs of MIDI, the industry standard for connecting a wide range of musical instruments, devices, and computers. You’ll create melodies with a built-in or external keyboard, draw in drum beats, record MIDI sounds, and practice a technique called quantizing, which aligns a track’s timing so it sounds steady and professional. No need for special musical knowledge: it’s a perfect class for producers, musicians, sound designers, and anyone interested in working with audio.

Mastering With Pro Q-3

FANTASTiC | 31 July 2024 | 336 MB

•Lesson 1 •Minutes 14+ •Preset Download 2

Get ready with Luca Pretolesi as he gives an advanced tutorial on one of the best and most popular plugins: Pro Q 3 by FabFilter. Watch as he uses his unique approach to multitask and really showcases its incredible potential. Don’t miss out on these pro tips!

Serum 2: DnB Sound Design

HiDERA | 13 July 2025 | 179 MB

Calling all fans of DnB! In this Serum 2 video course, electronic music wiz Larry Holcombe will show you how to design your own sounds for a DnB track using only Serum 2. Kicks, snares, basses … it’s all here, and you’ll learn plenty of great sound design techniques in the process that can be applied to other genres and instruments as well. When you’re done with this Serum 2 course, you’ll be ready to start designing your own sounds from scratch on your very next production. These Serum 2 videos are for users with a basic familiarity with Serum 2. Larry welcomes you to the course and begins by working with a drum break, demonstrating the various ways you can mangle and twist the sample to generate entirely new sounds. Then you’ll learn how to design your own kick from scratch by combining Wavetable mode and the Sampler, resulting in a tuned kick body sound paired with a punchy transient attack.

Pro Tools: Programming Realistic Drums

HiDERA | 13 July 2025 | 349 MB

If you’re tired of dealing with the hassle of finding a good drummer and/or trying to record great-sounding drums, this course is for you! Pro Tools guru Thomas Cochran will show you how to get professional-sounding drum tracks in Pro Tools – all without miking a single drum! You’ll learn all about programming beats, patterns, and fills, including plenty of techniques for added realism, as well as tips on MIDI editing, processing, and mixing. After this drum programming course is through, you’ll be ready to add a killer drum track to your very next song using everything you’ve learned. These drum programming videos are designed for Pro Tools users wanting to get pro-sounding virtual drums. To begin, Thomas shows you the ropes of programming a basic beat, getting your feet wet and familiarizing you with the basic concept of composing drum patterns. You’ll also learn key aspects of realism, such as making the parts playable and following common practices employed by real drummers. Then Thomas will show you how to get more detailed with your beat, adding velocity variation, applying different types of quantization, and more.

Understanding Basic Musical Elements

P2P | 12 July 2025 | 3.26 GB

Discover the power of basic musical elements—notes, resolution, and modes—and learn how expert songwriters skillfully use these tools to craft great songs that captivate listeners. This course goes beyond theory, revealing how a deep understanding of these fundamentals unlocks the secrets behind memorable melodies, emotional expression, and the timeless appeal of pop music. You will explore the unique characteristics of each musical element, including how different modes create distinct moods, how unstable notes create tension that resolves satisfyingly, and how chromatic and other scales add color and complexity to your music. Through detailed analysis of popular songs, you’ll see how top songwriters apply these concepts to engage audiences and evoke powerful feelings. By mastering these core concepts, you’ll gain practical skills to write melodies and harmonies that flow naturally, balance tension and release, and connect emotionally with listeners. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, this course will empower you to create songs that resonate deeply and stand the test of time