Tones in Time – 70s Rock
Rock music owes a lot to the 1970s. This was the era of dramatic shifts in the sound of Rock. It was when huge, loud […]
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‘How To’ Articles
Using Samples with Your TR-8 Rhythm Performer
For decades, artists and producers have been evolving the classic Roland TR-808 and TR-909 drum sounds. The Roland TR-8 Rhythm Performer gives you those timeless
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Kick It! How To Take Your Biggest Drum Anywhere
Let’s face facts. Kick drums are not the easiest instrument to transport. Sure, they sound fantastic but they’re bulky, require space and if you’re busking
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4 Proven Tips To Inspire Your Songwriting Pt.1 – Inspiration is Everywhere!
Some of the most inspiring stories of the music industry come not from the brightest-shining stars but from the slow-burning musicians and songwriters whose ability
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A Beginner’s Guide to Learning Electronic Drums
You’ve been to the gigs, elbowed your way to the front at the festivals and watched the band’s every TV spot. The drummer is behind
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Preparing WAV Samples For Triggering from V-Drums
While V-Drums modules offer the most in-depth editing and customization you can imagine, there are times when only the exact sound will do. Enter WAV
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How to Record the Roland TD-50 V-Drums
This article covers the best and easiest way to record TD-50 and TD-50X series V-Drums. As of April 2021, TD-50X module kits include: VAD-706, TD-50K/KV/KVX
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Improve Your Aural Skills With Piano Partner 2
The Roland Piano Partner 2 is a free piano app designed to help you learn piano and develop your aural skills. Developing your aural skills
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What is the difference between MIDI and AUDIO?
MIDI is one of the most versatile and useful aspects of modern music making and also one of the most misunderstood. Present in a huge
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How To Combine Sound Modules for more Triggers and Sounds
Upgrading or building a monster dream kit? Combining several drum sound modules together is easy and a great way to expand any electronic drum kit
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Computer Music Production for Beginners: Mixing
In past articles, we’ve looked at creating music with your computer setup. This week, we’re going to look at taking those recordings and polishing them
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How to Guide: Signal Chain for Your Pedalboard
So you’ve amassed a collection of cool effects pedals, and now you want to assemble them onto a pedalboard, but you’re stuck on what order
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