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Step-by-step guides (continued)

How to make a Van Halen Jump-style synth sound
An '80s classic recreated

How to make an 8-bit video game FX sound
Get the '80s lo-fi vibe using a free synth

How to make a Noisia Diplodocus-style old-skool bass sound
A Jurassic drum 'n' bass monster

How to make a Pink Floyd-style lead synth sound
Welcome To The Machine via Logic's ES2

How to make a Calvin Harris-style '80s lead synth sound
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How to make a 303-style acid bassline in Ableton Live
Have yourself some squelchy low-end fun

Better synth bass in 9 easy steps
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