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The best SFZ sample players

Are you on a quest to find the best SFZ player for your collection of free sampled instruments? Your search ends here! I've discovered the perfect solution, and the best part? It's completely free!

There are many SFZ Players available. Some free, some not so free. So which one to …
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Ableton Live Lite vs Intro

Choosing the right version of Ableton Live is crucial for music producers, and this guide offers a detailed comparison between Ableton Live Lite and Ableton Live Intro. Understand the differences in features, limitations, and suitability for different production levels, making it easier to decide which version aligns best with your …
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Mixing and Mastering tutorials

You want to learn how to Mix or Master your first song or album?

What is music mastering?

Mastering in music is the final step in the recording process where a mix is refined and processed to optimize its sonic characteristics and prepare it for distribution or release. During the …
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Live Looping with Ableton Live - 5 ways to do fixed length recording

Are you struggling to succeed with your live looping performance on Ableton? Here are my quick tips if you want to loop real instruments, like guitars, analog synthesizers, in a live set, and do not miss a beat. The ultimate guide to looping with Ableton Live!

What is fixed length …
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Korg SQ64 vs Arturia Beatstep Pro

The Korg SQ-64 and the Arturia Beatstep Pro share a few things: a compact form factor and standalone multitrack sequencer with CV outputs! So how do you decide for one or the other?

Both are sold in the same price range, below $200 or 250 euros for the SQ-64 and …
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