In this article we apply soothe2 to vinyl drum breaks in order to reduce harsh resonant frequencies before layering the breaks with punchier drum samples. This makes the process of layering much easier and helps to achieve a better mix overall!

You’ve recorded vocals but where do you go from there? We show you how to add dynamics, saturation, and polish to a vocal group with one plugin.

Waves’ new sampler CR8 supports multiple sample layers. Let’s use it to build up a gorgeous pad with plenty of movement and character.

In this article we use Playbeat 3’s randomization and Auto-Remix features to program a swung beat with constant variation. 

We use Moog’s Minitaur to make basslines for techno, house and bass music tracks.

Get your unwieldy sample folder under control with Waves’ Cosmos, a free AI-powered sample organizer. We walk you through the process.

article, we apply the lesser discussed Sidechain feature of Soothe 2 to a breakbeat mix. We’ll use it to make the vocals and kick pop out over the harmonic elements and subby low end. This might just be the sidechaining secret weapon we’ve been waiting for!

Room-style reverb can bring a sense of intimacy to a track. We use Denise’s Perfect Room to vibe up a chill downtempo song.

Is the order of plugins in a chain important? The short answer is yes. The long answer is a little more complicated.

We use AI and limiting to help bring a house track up to Spotify’s target loudness level with Sonible smart:limit.

In this Beat Dissected learn how to programme drums using Ableton 11’s MIDI probability feature. We’ve taken inspiration…