How to Record Your Instrument Directly Into Your DAW
Here, we detail how and why to record your instrument directly into your DAW, and the advantages and disadvantages with this technique.
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5 of the Most Unusual “Instruments” Used in Musical Scores
From natural sounds to mechanical devices, many unusual things have been incorporated into musical scores by daring composers. Here are 5.
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Ryan Lott: In Sample Design, Less Is More (Video)
In this new video lesson from Ryan Lott’s course, he explains and exemplifies how to build complex samples from simple, captured sonic ideas.
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A Brief Introduction to Samplers
In this lesson from Ryan’s course, he introduces us to his preferred software, Kontakt, and walks us through some other sampling options.
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Ryan Lott: Discovering Hidden Sounds in Prepared Piano (Video)
In this course lesson video Ryan Lott takes us deep into his process to show how he balances chance and control in working with source audio.
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Son Lux’s “Live Another Life” — Breaking Down the Design of a Unique Sound (Video)
In this new video from Ryan’s course, we watch along as he breaks down the unique custom instrument design behind one of Son Lux’s hit songs.
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Ryan Lott: The Creative Potential of Sound (Video)
In this video from Ryan’s course, he shares his history and thoughts on starting with a “sound” to open up new possibilities for songwriting.
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What Is an Aeolian Harp?
Named for the Ancient Greek god of wind, Aeolus, aeolian harps are one of the few music instruments that needs no human touch to make sound.
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6 Beautifully Creative Instruments Made From or In Nature
Most instruments incorporate raw, natural materials, but these 6 instruments will open your mind to nature’s extreme possibilities.
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Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Picking Out Audio Cables
Here’s a basic primer on everything you need to know when looking for audio cables to suit all of your musical needs.
