The ultimate beginner's guide to Ableton Live 11 Lite: final stages, master and render
Learn how to master and render your final track after following our beginner's tutorial to Ableton Live 11 Lite
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The ultimate beginner's guide to Ableton Live 11 Lite: mixing two sends and automation
Get going with Ableton Live 11 Lite with our ongoing tutorial series - and snag a free download with this month's issue of Computer Music
Greatest synth sounds: New Order - Blue Monday
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The ultimate beginner's guide to Ableton Live 11 Lite: Scenes and moving over to Arrangement view
Learn how to structure your tracks in Ableton Live 11 Lite's Arrangement view
How to make a randomised envelope mod patch with Roland's TB-303 plugin
In this tutorial, we explore the Roland 303 plugin’s on-board modulating envelope, to add punch and resonant squeals
The ultimate beginner's guide to Ableton Live 11 Lite: recording audio clips
Learn how to use your free copy of Ableton Live 11 Lite with this month's issue of Computer Music Magazine and this tutorial series
Music theory basics: How to use key changes in your songs without resorting to cliché
If the only modulation you’re familiar with is in your soft synths, read on…
The ultimate beginner's guide to Ableton Live 11 Lite: creating MIDI clips
Our guide to getting to know Ableton Live 11 Lite continues - grab your free copy in January's issue of Computer Music Magazine
Songwriting basics: how to turn a 4-bar loop into a complete track
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Songwriting basics: The music theory you need to write a chord progression to fit a melody
Best of 2021: Learn these golden rules and you’ll be all set to start harmonising in your DAW
Music theory basics: notes, intervals, scales and chords explained
Best of 2021: The basic nuts and bolts of music from a piano roll perspective
5 of the best free music theory resources for producers
These online resources cover everything from middle C to the Mixolydian mode. Learn music theory for free today
Music theory basics: how to use cadences to develop your chord progressions
Welcome to the wonderful world of musical punctuation
5 ways to boost your guitar-playing confidence now
Jamming, improvisation and live playing with your guitar don't have to be daunting
How to play synth solos like ‘Fifth Beatle’ Billy Preston
We take a closer look at the sound and style of ‘70s single Space Race
What is analogue warmth? Find out, and discover how to get that ‘vintage’ sound
Learn about saturation, tape processing and more
Music theory basics: how to make your chords sound better by adding extra notes
Extending your chords beyond simple triads can make them sound far more interesting
