How I Make Samples Sound Realistic in Ableton Sampler (Round Robin & Mapping Explained)

How I Make Samples Sound Realistic in Ableton Sampler (Round Robin & Mapping Explained)

Published on: 18/02/2026

Learn how I turn everyday sounds into realistic playable instruments in Ableton using mapping, velocity control, and round robin techniques.

Tips & Tricks
Ableton Simpler Explained: Creative Sampling Workflows I Actually Use in Production

Ableton Simpler Explained: Creative Sampling Workflows I Actually Use in Production

Published on: 11/02/2026

Ableton Simpler is one of the most misunderstood tools in Live. In this post, I break down how I actually use Simpler for creative sampling and why the real value is in understanding workflows, not presets.

Tips & Tricks
The Fairchild Compressor—A Studio Legend With a Mythic Price Tag

The Fairchild Compressor—A Studio Legend With a Mythic Price Tag

Published on: 21/01/2026

A real mastering engineer runs both UAD and Undertone Audio plugin versions of the famous Fairchild compressor on live session drums, guitar, and vocals—see which sounds closer to the original and where each plug shines.

Tips & TricksMix/Master Preparation
Slate Virtu Mastering Assistant vs. My Analog Chain: Real EDM Results

Slate Virtu Mastering Assistant vs. My Analog Chain: Real EDM Results

Published on: 14/01/2026

I put Slate’s Virtu AI mastering side-by-side with my trusted analog setup—using an actual dance track. See where AI impresses, and why analog still rules for pro sound.

Tips & TricksMix/Master Preparation
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