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"These chords are used on everything from The Beatles to Billie Eilish": How to learn triad theory
By Roland Schmidt last updated
The triad is one of the cornerstones of music theory, and vital for creating harmony. We examine the three points of the chord.

Exploring the theory behind making beats and the importance of time signatures
By Roland Schmidt published
If you are involved with commercial music, you’ll be familiar with the term ‘four-to-the-floor’. But why is four suddenly the magic number? We explore the myth of time signatures.

14 tips for modulating your sounds better
By Roland Schmidt published
If you are still unsure about the best way to approach modulation and movement, check out our top tips for complete success.

Fantastic (free) plugins and how to use them: Supermassive
By Jon Musgrave published
Go large, as we explore the varied capabilities of ValhallaDSP's must-have delay-and-reverb plugin

How to create Jean-Michel Jarre-style phasing with delay in your DAW using a free synth!
By Roland Schmidt published
How to create that vintage Jarre sound, created from a single synth, that conjures a huge sound-stage.

Learn how to understand and use dominant 7th-style chords
By Roland Schmidt published
If you woke up this morning, feeling a little blue, you’re going to need to use some 7ths in your music. Let us help you get over your gloominess and show you how they work.

"If your guitar isn't in tune you'll never sound good": 4 causes of your strings going out of tune and how to solve them
By Rob Laing published
The biggest cause of frustration for guitar players? The struggle to stay in tune is real, but there are ways to make things easier

How to craft extreme hyperpop textures to take your tunes out of this world
By Jon Musgrave published
If you're interested in building your own hyperpop-infused tracks, then harnessing a bit of edge can take your mix to another level
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