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Propellerhead Record is the sister product to Reason.

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Propellerhead's new Record software was finally released on 9 September, which means that, by now, many of you will now have it installed and in service.

The app has been designed so that anyone can start recording without having to wade through pages and pages of documentation, but if you're looking for a quick overview of some of Record's finest features and tips on how to use them, you've come to the right place…

1. The Combinator

If you've never used Reason, you won't be familiar with the Combinator device. Basically, it's a single unit in which you can combine any number of individual effects, Splitters/Mergers and instruments, connected however you like and saveable in one device. You can then even map key parameters to custom front panel knobs.

2. Timestretching

The most immediately stunning thing about Record is its amazing timestretching, which enables you to slow down a track by 60bpm or more without ruining the sound. So if you're a player trying to record a tricky part, try slowing down the entire track and playing the part slower, then speeding the track back up when you've nailed it.

3. The channel strip

The channel strip concept can revolutionise the workflow of any computer-based producer. Not only is Record's mixer an amazing example of this, but it enables you to copy entire channels' settings, or just specific sections – insert effects, dynamics or EQ.

4. Copy tracks

Record also enables you to copy entire tracks/channels. This is particularly useful when doubling parts, recording harmony layers, or layering the double-takes of each part that we suggested you capture earlier.

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