DECODA Explained®

HiDERA | 14 June 2025 | 110 MB

Join veteran Groove3 instructor Larry Holcombe for an informative video series on DECODA, the new plug-in from zplane that makes learning songs easier and quicker than you thought possible. From playback controls like looping and speed to input FX (amp simulation, etc.), tempo beat grids, MIDI editing, and more, it’s all covered here! By the time you’re done with the series, you’ll be ready to start using DECODA right away to learn that huge pile of songs for your next gig! These DECODA videos are designed for new DECODA users. Larry begins the DECODA course with a brief overview of what DECODA is, followed by a quick tour of the interface, so you can see how everything is laid out. Then you’ll learn about project navigation, which allows you to quickly go to a specific song section, loop sections, and more. Playback controls are covered then, and you’ll see how to change playback speed, enable looping, etc.

KORG SQ-64 Explained®

HiDERA | 13 December 2025 | 4.46 GB

“KORG SQ-64 Explained®” is perfect for anyone who wants to master the powerful features of KORG’s renowned SQ-64 sequencer. With plenty for beginners and experienced user alike, this KORG SQ-64 video course from production expert Alberto will take you from basic setup and functionality to advanced sequencing techniques, enabling you to harness the full potential of this versatile instrument. Whether you’re working in a studio or performing live, this course will guide you through every aspect of the SQ-64 and how it can elevate your music production. These videos are designed for new KORG SQ-64 users. To begin, Alberto Rizzo Schettino provides a thorough introduction to the KORG SQ-64, covering its layout, features, and intuitive workflow. You’ll learn how to set up the device, use the sequencer in various modes, and incorporate advanced modulation and pitch features to create complex, evolving sequences.

Cubase 15 Update Explained®

HiDERA | 08 December 2025 | 313 MB

Across the series, you’ll see how the redesigned Start Page Hub speeds up the setup process, how the workflow improvements streamline mixing and exporting, and how powerful new creative tools — like the Melodic Pattern Editor, Wavefold/Random/S&H modulators, and the revamped Automation system — open the door to faster and more musical production. Gary also dives into Cubase’s newest instruments and processors, including Writing Room Synths, the PitchShifter effect, the new UltraShaper dynamics tool, and the Groove Agent SE6 update with its expanded kits, effects, and pattern tools. You’ll also learn how to take advantage of Cubase 15’s improved Expression Map Editor, explore the Omnivocal Beta AI-powered vocal synthesis engine, and get hands-on with the expanded content libraries, new Sampler Track functions, and enhanced Plugin Manager features. By the end, you’ll have a complete understanding of what’s new in Cubase 15 and how these updates can dramatically improve your speed, creativity, and sonic control.

AViD Control for Pro Tools

HiDERA | 7 December 2025 | 390 MB

Studio pro Doug Zangar presents in-depth AVID Control video tutorials! Learn everything you need to know to use the free iOS AVID Control app to control your Pro Tools sessions, including mix and edit windows, transport controls, writing automation, toggling folders open and closed, keyboard shortcuts and more. These videos are designed for both new and intermediate AVID Control users. Doug greets you and starts at the beginning with how to find the free iOS app on Apple’s App Store, and the free Eucon Control software download on AVID’s website, and how to install them correctly. Once that’s done, you’ll then get a detailed overview of the AVID Control interface, as well as how to customize its look and feel via its many settings. Doug then goes through all the different available pages throughly, including the Mixer View, Tracks View, Channel View, Meters View, and Soft Keys, showing what they do and how to use them effectively in your Pro Tools sessions. Not stopping there, you’ll watch and see how to toggle folders open and closed in Mixer view, Tracks view, and with Soft Keys, as well as how to arm and record multiple tracks with AVID Control, and record volume, pan and send gain automation using AVID Control as the controller.

Sibelius Updates Explained®

HiDERA | 08 December 2025 | 498 MB

(12.2025 Updated)

Notation pro brings you a detailed AVID Sibelius video tutorial series! Learn all of the new features and functions found in Sibelius updates and how to use them when creating your scores. These videos cover all the point updates for Sibelius and are designed for those who already know how to use Sibelius, but just want to learn about the new features added. Doug welcomes you and starts of with the cool new features added to Sibelius such as MIDI File Import, Auto-Assign, new articulations and playing techniques for string parts, how to explode a 4 part MIDI brass track to 4 separate instruments, and when naming tracks based on the libraries used, how you can add group naming to make importing into Sibelius a breeze. Auto-Optimize is then covered and you’ll see how this behind-the-scenes feature automatically keeps staff spacing looking great, plus how to both override and remove overrides when scoring. The new dotted and dashed ties, tie into ties and laissez vibrer ties are shown and explained, as well as the new key commands and engraving choices that are available.

Layering & Filling Sounds

HiDERA | 26 January 2025 | 229 MB

Are you tired of feeling that your tracks sound a bit dull and lifeless? Don’t you wish there was a way you could make them sound … well … bigger and better? You’ve come to the right place! In this video course, production expert Thomas Cochran will show you numerous ways to convert a stale, anemic-sounding instrument to something that commands attention and turns an ear. With the sound-layering techniques you learn in this tutorial, you’ll never have to settle for a lackluster track again! These videos are designed for producers and recordists that want to increase the impact and vibe of their instrument tracks. After welcoming you to the production course, Thomas begins showing you ways to add texture and movement to sounds, lending complexity to your production without adding clutter. This is done through bit reduction, adding saturation to reverb, and layering a granular synth patch on top of a simple sine keys part. Thomas then shows how you can add depth to a track with modulation and delay effects, which is useful for filling up space without adding another instrument. Next, you’ll discover how duplicating instrument parts (melodies, chords, etc.) with another sound (or more) can greatly increase the depth and texture of an existing part. The great thing about this technique is that virtually any sound is fair play, as they will all complement the original track in a unique way.

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.