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How to create low-key ambient techno beats in your DAW
By Roland Schmidt published
Creating an ambient techno groove can be far from a chilled affair, so we take you through the basics of generating a low-key pattern.

Use this classic free Computer Music synth to generate movement across your track
By Roland Schmidt published
One of the magazine's most beloved freebies is the perfect tool for creating a sense of movement in your mixes

Make your instrument sounds go further with this slick modulation hack
By Roland Schmidt published
Sometimes the best way to make your track feel more kinetic is to eschew plugins and get creative with your instruments

How to get this classic Sega-inspired synth for free and use it to create next-level chiptune sounds
By Jon Musgrave published
The perfect tool for making classic chiptune effects and sonics

"The soulful rough edges are what set your tracks apart from algorithmically-generated TikTok bops": 7 ways to make electronic music sound more human
By Hannah Bruce published
Breathe life and personality into your beats with these 7 tips for humanising your electronic music

How to work with reverb effectively
By Adam Douglas published
“When used correctly, a good reverb can lift a song into the stratosphere”

Why does the retro video game-inspired chiptune genre remain such a popular genre?
By Jon Musgrave published
It's a genre that leans heavy on nostalgia, melding melody, harmony and lo-fi sounds

14 tips for modulating your sounds better
By Roland Schmidt published
If you are still unsure about the best way to approach modulation and movement, check out our top tips for complete success.
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