Percussion Production Tips & Tricks

HiDERA | 08 July 2023 | 337 MB

If you’re growing tired of static, lifeless percussion grooves and are looking for ways to add some pop to your rhythm tracks, this is the course to watch! Studio expert Thomas Cochran presents an instructional production video course designed to revitalize boring percussion tracks and make them sound like a feature rather than an afterthought. You’ll learn many techniques and tips for bringing out the best of your percussion parts, including how to EQ, process, layer, program MIDI, and more, and make them shine. These production and sound design videos are for those familiar with basic mixing and routing concepts.

Workflow Akai Professional MPC

P2P | 07 JUly 2023 | 7.5 GB

Language: English | Duration: 39 Lectures ( 5h 43m )

Make beats, Sample, Improve Workflow Speed, Learn button Shortcuts, Automate, and Mix on any Akai MPC. This course will teach beginners who are new to the Akai MPC hardware workflow how to get started with their device, to become an expert user of MPC devices. At the end of the course, you will be able to pick up any Akai MPC device and make beats with an enhanced workflow end-to-end. This course is tailored towards the users of the following Akai MPC series; MPC One, MPC One+, MPC X, MPC X Special Edition, MPC Touch, MPC Live, MPC Live 2, and MPC Key 61.Hence, for better retention, it is important that you have at least one of the above-mentioned devices in your possession to practice along with the teachings in this course. The course project materials and sound kits used in the course will be attached to the resource section where you can download and practice along.We will walk you through the process of how to set up your device, how to make your first beat, how to bring in your own sound, how to sample, how to edit on grids, Timing-correct, how to initiate automation, how to use effects, mixing and mastering, routing, sample editing, MPC workflow structure, sample layering, track mutes, arranging sequence into songs, QLink, note repeats, lots of workflow enhancement button shortcuts, and lots more.

Creating a Lo-Fi Remix®

HiDERA | 24 June 2023 | 161 MB

If you’re looking to start producing lofi-sounding productions, this lofi production video course is a must-see! Studio production expert Gary Hiebner covers a multitude of tips, ideas, and techniques for recasting your track with a lofi sound, adding the vibe and character associated with this popular genre in a completely transformative way. You’ll learn about lofi sound design, processing, tweaking chord progressions and melodies, and much more. These videos are for users with some basic mixing experience. Also, for these videos Gary uses Studio One for the DAW, its stock eqs, compressors, reverbs, and bit crusher plugins, as well as Impact, Mai Tai, and Presence virtual instruments. The only 3rd party plugin used was iZotope’s free Vinyl plugin. With that said, you can use your DAW plugins and instruments to achieve similar results, so don’t let that stop you from learning from this great, in-depth course.

EQ In Mixing Concepts

P2P | 22 June 2023 | 1.09 GB

Language: English | Duration: 1h 52m

EQ Music Mixing Ethics: The complete guide to using equalization in your mixes. Welcome to the immersive world of EQ Mixing! Whether you’re an aspiring audio engineer, music producer, or simply a passionate music enthusiast, this comprehensive course is designed to take your mixing skills to new heights. Join us on this exhilarating journey as we explore the art and science of equalization, uncovering the secrets to crafting professional-grade soundscapes.In this hands-on course, you’ll gain a deep understanding of the role of EQ in the audio production process. From the fundamental principles to advanced techniques, we’ll demystify the complex world of EQ, empowering you to shape and enhance the clarity, depth, and character of any audio source.Through a combination of expert-led video lessons, you’ll master the tools and techniques used by industry professionals to achieve captivating and polished mixes. Discover how to identify and address problematic frequencies, create space and separation in your tracks, and breathe life into dull or lackluster recordings.Our experienced instructor will guide you through various EQ types, including parametric, graphic, and shelving EQs, and equip you with the knowledge to harness their full potential. You’ll also delve into essential EQ concepts such as frequency bands, Q factor, filter types, and gain staging, enabling you to make precise and impactful adjustments with confidence.By the end of this course, you’ll have a refined skill set that will revolutionize your approach to mixing. Join us today and unleash your creative potential as you unlock the power of audio sculpting through the artful mastery of EQ!

Future Rave TUTORiAL

Techside | 22 June 2023 | 2.45 GB

Following on from Protoculture’s Sound Design Tech Tips for Future Rave, we now bring you the full How To Make Future Rave course ! Over the next three hours of tutorials, Nate builds this absolute classic Future rave track from scratch – firstly looking at what defines the genre before piecing together our elements designed in the Tech Tips course. We then move on to arranging the layout before adding effects, ear candy and automation and then finishing off with a mixdown and master. Simple to follow along using only Sonic Academy and free or stock plugins – with both courses combined, you literally have everything you need to nail this genre and produce your own hard-hitting epic Future Rave track !

Mixing with Neutron 4

HiDERA | 22 July 2022 | 912 MB

If you’re struggling to get polished, professional mixes in Neutron 4, fret no more! Studio expert Larry Holcombe presents a video course dedicated entirely to mixing with Neutron 4! In this Neutron 4 tutorial, with a runtime of over two hours, you’ll follow along with Larry as he puts a song through its paces, applying crucial techniques like EQ, panning, compression, and much more. What’s even better is that you get all of the stems used in the course, so you’ll be able to follow along at home and apply Neutron 4 in real-time for yourself! These videos are designed for beginner Neutron 4 users.

Get Vocals to Cut Through a Mix

FANTASTiC | 16 September 2022 | 885 MB

Learn some quick tips for getting vocals to cut through a dense mix.