Modes are the fastest way to change the mood of a melody without changing the key. Here’s how to use them in real electronic music.

Finding your sound isn’t about more plugins. It’s about learning a few tools properly and building confidence as a beginner.

A practical look at how How Music Really Works helped me understand melody, tension, and the feeling of “home” – by ear, not theory.

High- and low-pass filters tidy mixes quickly, but wide bell EQs often sound more musical. Sometimes shaping beats removing.

Two browser-based generators for rhythm and bass. One click creates MIDI drum patterns or basslines you can drop straight into your DAW.

MeatBeats plugins capture the classic House & Techno tones from the early days. Honest tools, timeless sounds, and quick inspiration for producers.

How discovering real rhythm patterns–from Disco to Blues–transformed my approach to electronic music and opened a new world of groove.

The SP1200 16 Swing 54 from Samples From Mars shows how groove and riff can lock into something more than timing – a living feel.

Balance in mixing isn’t just about levels – it’s about connection. Build from your anchor and let every sound find its space.

Mix with emotion, not just meters. Here’s how balancing precision and instinct brings a mix to life and keeps the music feeling human.

Subtle stereo movement gives sound life. Here’s how PanMan and Logic’s Tremolo can transform static elements in your mix.

Compression keeps reverb steady and musical – holding space in place without losing depth or emotion.

Reflecting on 100 posts – lessons from the studio, the spark that started it all, and the growing community around Electronic Production.

Future-proof your music. Learn why bouncing stems is vital for sync licensing — and what every producer should include in their final mix.

Slow your DAW down to tighten MIDI timing. Hear every detail, fix errors, and return to full speed for a locked-in groove.

Compression is more than volume control – it’s density. Learn how to shape punchy, cohesive mixes with depth and clarity.

Own your music, protect your rights. Learn the truth about record deals and the best way to balance independence with label support.

The CGII plugin brings pro-level polish, loudness, and clarity to your master bus. Here’s how I use it—and what to watch for with Density.

A trippy, visual journey into the stereo field. David Gibson’s Art of Mixing still hits decades later—and I used it in class.

Low-pass filtering shapes warmth, depth, and clarity in your mix. Here’s why it deserves as much attention as high-pass filtering.