Circle of fifths explained: What it is and how to use it
Learn about what the circle of fifths is, why it's important, and two interesting ways you can use it in your own music.

How to organize and revisit your ‘leftover’ music projects
From bouncing demos to revisiting your folder structures, let's explore a few techniques for maximizing your 'leftover' project files.

How to make horror game music and sound effects
From Dead Space to Silent Hill, we break down the auditory elements of several iconic video games to gain insights into how to make our own horror game music and sound effects.

Splice is now in Studio One Pro 7
Splice is now integrated into Studio One Pro 7—discover how to search, filter, and audition Splice sounds, all synced to your project’s key and tempo.

What is a spectrogram?
Learn about what a spectrogram is, how to read one, and the unique findings it can uncover about your audio.

How to make future house music in 15 minutes
Learn how to make future house music via this tutorial where we explore the key tools, music theory, and production techniques of the genre.

40 resources for aspiring musicians
Explore these resources for aspiring musicians that can help you unlock inspiration, finish your productions, and share them with the world.

Parallel compression: What it is and how to use it
In this in-depth guide, learn about what parallel compression is, how it works, and how you can apply it effectively in your own music.

How to prepare your mix for mastering: 5 essential tips
From leaving headroom to best practices for exporting, here are five essential tips that will help you prepare your mix for mastering.

4 essential vocal layering techniques
Let’s take a look at a few popular vocal layering techniques that can add depth and dimension to your songs.

5 mixing tips for modern rap vocals
From applying compression to cleaning up ad-lib tracks, here are five essential mixing tips for modern rap vocals.

How to choose a DAW as a beginner
In this in-depth guide, we break down how to choose a DAW as a beginner that's best for you, covering everything from budget to unique features and more.

How to find vocal harmonies: A step-by-step guide
Explore the qualities that make a vocal harmony effective and learn how to write your own harmonies from scratch.

How jazz samples can inspire your next track
The musicians behind the Signature sample label discuss the importance of jazz in today's music.

The 6 best free plugins for your vocal chain (VST / AU)
From EQs to pitch correction tools, we share six of the best free vocal plugins (VST / AU) that you can add to your mixes in 2024.