Category: Tips & Tricks

In this video, I dive into one of the most helpful tools for anyone working with analog hardware – the Snapshot plugin. Whether you’re managing rack gear, synth settings, or even mic placements, this plugin allows you to easily capture and store your gear’s settings directly within your DAW session. This can dramatically streamline your workflow, especially if you’re using a hybrid setup that combines both analog and digital gear.

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When most producers think of orchestral VSTs, they picture film scoring or classical arrangements. But what if I told you that one of the best orchestral plugins out there is perfect for house music — and it’s completely free?

In this video, I explore the Spitfire BBC Symphony Orchestra Discover Edition. It’s a high-quality orchestral VST that offers lush, professional sounds. Even better, it’s incredibly easy to use, lightweight on your system, and ideal for electronic music producers looking to add texture and depth.

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In this post, we’re exploring into a classic yet often underused recording technique — Mid Side recording, also known as the MS Mic Technique or the Blumlein technique. I recently used this method during a session with SGM Events, part of Sleeping Giant Music, and it reminded me just how powerful and versatile this technique is for capturing rich, stereo audio.

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In this video, I take a deep dive into Ableton’s Auto Shift — a powerful and flexible new pitch tool introduced in Ableton Live 12. While it’s designed primarily for vocal pitch correction, this device can do much more. From robotic tuning to creative formant shifts and pitch warping, Auto Shift offers an impressive range of vocal processing tools that can be pushed well beyond the typical “fix it in the mix” approach.

Let’s explore what’s covered in the video and how you can start applying these techniques in your own productions.

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Rodney “Dark Child” Jerkins is known for his signature bass lines that bring warmth, bounce, and character to R&B productions. One of his most iconic bass sounds comes from Brandy’s hit song Full Moon, a track that defined early 2000s R&B.

Recently, a YouTube community member challenged me to recreate this legendary bass tone, and I couldn’t resist. In this video, I walk you through how I designed the sound, breaking down the essential elements that make it work. Plus, for members of my YouTube and Patreon communities, I’ve created an exclusive step-by-step tutorial and included my custom Serum patches for download.

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As I continue my plugin management journey, I’m diving deeper into how to organize plugins in Ableton Live more efficiently. In this second part of the series, I’ll share the next steps I’ve taken, including refining my Ableton Collections and revisiting my workflow for easier access to the tools I actually use. I’ve also discovered an incredibly useful uninstaller application that gives me a clear overview of all the plugins installed on my system. If you’re looking for a way to streamline your plugin collection and remove the clutter, you’ll definitely want to stick around for that.

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In this members-only video, I take you inside my Pro Tools session and break down exactly how I mixed a track in preparation for mastering. This is a follow-up to last week’s video, Music Mixing and Answering Client Questions, where I discussed the backstory of the project and common client concerns. If you haven’t seen it yet, be sure to check it out here: Music Mixing and Answering Client Questions.

This week, we’re diving into the technical side — walking through the entire mix step by step. I’ll show you how I processed each stem, the thought process behind my decisions, and how the mix evolved before it was sent off for mastering.

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Mixing music is an essential skill for any producer or engineer, and every project comes with unique challenges. In this video, I share valuable music mixing tips and answer common client questions based on a recent project. You’ll get to hear a before-and-after comparison of the original mix versus the mastered version, along with insights into key mixing decisions that made a difference. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced producer, there’s plenty to take away from this discussion.

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Ableton Live 12 brings a ton of powerful features, and today we’re diving deep into Auto Pan— one of the most underrated but highly effective modulation tools in music production. Whether you’re looking to create subtle stereo movement or extreme rhythmic effects, Auto Pan has you covered.

In this post, I’ll break down how it works, showcase some creative ways to use it, and share a few tips to get the most out of it in your productions. Plus, I’m giving away some of my personal Ableton Auto Pan presets to Patreon members—so don’t miss out!

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Ableton Live’s resampling feature is one of the most powerful tools for recording and manipulating audio. Whether you’re looking to capture audio internally, create unique textures, or design ambient layers, resampling opens up a world of creative possibilities. In this guide, I’ll show you how to use resampling in both basic and advanced ways.

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