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The Best Software For Music Notation
Having the ability to use notation software and transcribe music has proven to be one of my most valuable skills as a musician. I have been involved in countless projects with fellow musicians that have required me to use notation software to create lead sheets, ... read more
iZotope Ozone 9 Advanced Review
There’s a reason the Swiss army knife is so popular for people going camping or being in a physical work environment. It has so many tools to help you complete what you need to. That is why the Ozone 9 Advanced is so great, it ... read more
Best Detune & Pitch Shift Plugins
The best detune and pitch shift plugins are superior tools that allow for the modification of tracks — whether it be vocals, synth, guitar, bass, or anything you choose. You can even use it to add more depth to your drums by lowering the pitch ... read more
8 Best Emo Guitar Samples Here To Be Scene
Full disclosure, I was definitely in an emo band back in the day so my opinion is not exactly objective on this; emo is one of the greatest genres out there. Whether you need a lead lick or some of those crunchy palm mutes for ... read more
The Best Drum VST For Every Genre & Skill Level
There are a TON of drum VST plugins available on the market today, and choosing which one will work for your needs can feel like guesswork. Choosing the drum sound that is best for your music is certainly nothing to take lightly. After all, the ... read more
The Top EDM Drum Samples & Sample Packs
The phrase "electronic dance music" can encompass a huge number of disparate subgenres, each with its own particular tonalities, fans, and festivals. Future Bass, Electro Pop, House, Techno, Bounce - as different as these genres can sound from one another, they all have one thing ... read more
Best Online DAWs & Cloud Collaboration for Musicians
As our world becomes more and more wireless, the cloud has become an integral part of both creation and collaboration. From file storage to untethered workflows powered by digital handoff Audio Assemble is here to put your head in the cloud. The Best Online DAWs & ... read more
Most Authentic Sounding Acoustic Drum Samples & Sample Packs
Using drum samples in your mixes can be a powerful tool in bringing your music to life. As the heartbeat (and backbeat) of your tunes, a good acoustic drum kit can be the difference between a song that has punch and clarity and a song ... read more
How to AutoTune in Logic Pro X in 4 Steps
AutoTune can certainly be a love-hate relationship throughout the music world. If you are not sure how to do it correctly, it could sound worse than the actual person singing. Sometimes, autotune can actually sound pretty stellar if done right. Whether you are brand new ... read more
The Best Mastering Plugins To Help With Finalizing Your Tracks
Mastering is the final step in getting professional-grade tracks ready for sequencing and distribution, and it’s easily one of the most misunderstood processes in the industry. Rather than manipulating the individual elements of a song like vocal tracks or instruments, the mastering process uses equalization ... read more