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8 Best AI Equalizer Plugins For Motivated Music Producers

AI (Artificial intelligence) is dominating the music industry right now, especially when it comes to the production side of things.    And as producers, knowing all about the most legendary plugins in the game can completely enhance your skills and transform your tracks.    That’s why I’m breaking down the best AI equalizer options 一 […]

The Secrets to AI-Generated Drums 101 (Enhance Your Skills)

When it comes to AI-generated drums, there’s only one plugin you need in your life: Drum Monkey.    It’s all about speed, precision, and knocking out crazy hard-hitting drum loops that already sound polished before you even mix them.    Plus, you’ll be able to create original drum loops, tweak every drum sound individually, stay […]

How to Manipulate AI Vocals for Extra Depth & Edge 15+ Tips

Piggy-backing off the other day’s article about AI singing voice generators, I thought it would be awesome to talk about how to manipulate AI vocals.   As music producers, knowing how to generate AI vocals is one thing, but actually tweaking them so they’re even more show-stopping is a whole different skill set.   It […]

Why Music Producers Using AI Are Making The Best Beats 2025

Hate it or love it, AI (artificial intelligence) is absolutely everywhere you look in the music industry, whether you hate it or love it.   From laying down AI-generated melodies and fully structured songs to mixing, mastering, and sound design 一 it’s being taken advantage of left and right.    As producers, using AI can […]

Can AI Replace MIDI? Professional Insights & Best Tips (2025)

A question that I’m being asked a lot lately is, “can AI replace MIDI?”… Well, I’m here to answer it once and for all.   As producers, knowing the difference between raw MIDI data and what modern AI tools are capable of is super valuable.   It can help you determine whether you should stick […]

Using Unison Plugins And MIDI Packs For Powerful Tracks 2025

As producers, having access to the best plugins and MIDI packs in the game can help you completely transform your tracks.    Not to mention have them finished and ready to go much, much faster.    They can seriously speed up your workflow, enhance your sound design, and eliminate all that repetitive stuff we hate […]

The Hottest Professional Drum Patterns in the Game (2025)

As producers, drum samples and drum patterns can make all the difference to whether or not your listener is locked on.   They can help you build tension, guide transitions, and carry the entire vibe of the track without saying a word.   Plus, when your professional drum patterns actually hit the right way — […]

How to Finish Beats Faster with Innovative AI Plugins (2025)

As producers, you’re going to struggle with finishing beats faster in one way or another, that’s a fact.   There’s times when you’ve got a great melody, a sick drum loop, and some fire samples… but the track just doesn’t want to move forward.    And sometimes, it’s just the opposite — you’re staring at […]

The Future of AI In Music Will Seriously Shock You! (2025)

AI (artificial intelligence) is basically everywhere you look in the music industry, whether it’s something you want to see or not.   From AI-generated vocals to AI tools that help produce music faster than ever, it’s all being done.    But the real question I get asked all the time is, what is the future […]

The Business Side of AI In Music Production 101 (Best Tips)

A lot of producers and artists are using AI to help enhance their tracks and workflows, and that’s increasingly valuable, no doubt about it.   But, if you’re using artificial intelligence, you need to understand the business side of AI in music.    This way, you’ll be able to make real money, avoid any legal […]

The 2 Most Revolutionary Chord Progression Generators EVER

Chord progressions are all about captivating listeners and really making your tracks stand out.    As producers, a fire chord progression can completely shape the emotion of a song, set the tone for your melodies, and even set the mood for your entire composition.    Plus, it can seriously boost your inspiration, speed up your […]

11 Super Realistic AI Singing Voice Generators + Pro Tips

AI singing voice generators are all about unlocking ultra-realistic vocals without needing a physical mic, booth, or even a live vocalist in the room at all.   And with today’s advanced AI voice tools, you’ll be able to drop perfectly in-tune, expressive vocals directly into your session, no matter the genre/style.    Plus, you can […]

The Best Unison Vocal Samples For Irresistible Beats (2025)

As producers, the right vocal samples can completely flip the vibe of a track in seconds.    They can bring emotion, bounce, and life to your beat that makes people actually feel something when they listen.    Plus, they’re straight up one of the easiest ways to make your production feel polished without spending hours […]

When AI Meets MIDI: Best Techniques & Industry Secrets 2025

MIDI has always been the foundation of digital music, that’s a fact.   It lets you trigger synths, automate effects, build patterns, and lay out full songs using nothing but raw performance data.    It’s all about control, flexibility, and precision 一 giving you the power to reshape your music without touching a single audio […]

Create Killer AI-Generated Basslines With Bass Dragon (2025)

As a producer, using AI (artificial intelligence) doesn’t have to feel like cheating or take away your creative freedom.   If anything, it can help you stay ahead of the curve, tap into wild new ideas, and speed up your AI music production workflow so everything will fit seamlessly.   Like today for example, I’m […]

How to Create Unique Sounds with AI Like a True Boss in 2025

If you use AI (artificial intelligence) the right way as producers and sound designers, you can completely dominate the competition.    It can help you save valuable time, unlock new ideas instantly, and generate unique sound effects that sound nothing like the typical stock sounds everyone else is using.    Plus, you’ll be able to […]

The Ultimate Unison Bassline Packs For Unmatched Energy 2025

Fire basslines are all about groove, impact, and energy.    They need to be tight, punchy, and memorable if you really want to captivate your audience and have people stop and pay attention.    As producers, a sick bassline can completely change the game.    That’s why I’m breaking down the best Unison bassline packs, […]

The Most Captivating Pop Sample Packs of 2025 (Big Results)

If you’re a pop producer, or want the sickest pop sounds, a good sample pack can make all the difference, no doubt about it.   Pop music is all about emotion, energy, and modern sound design, and the right set of samples can instantly push your next idea to radio-ready levels.    And, if you’re […]

The Best Audio Engineering Course in the Industry (2025)

If you’re an aspiring engineer, there are a few things you should know…   This includes things like the importance of critical listening, the ability to truly master your recording skills, and how to properly balance live sound in any environment.    You’ll also need to understand the principles behind compression, EQ, and dynamic mixing, […]

The Best Trap Sample Packs for Super Sick Beats (2025)

If you’re a trap producer, the right sample packs can make or break your entire track.    You need them to hit hard, inspire fresh ideas, and keep your beats sounding modern without feeling basic, boring, or lackluster.   Plus, you want to instantly captivate your audience with what trap music production is all about: […]

How to Fix Your Mixes With Revolutionary AI Tech (2025)

To get attention from the industry as a professional producer, your beats have to be on point, from start to finish, including mixing.    A proper mix can seriously take your music from sounding amateur to sounding like it belongs on a major playlist or radio station.    Plus, a great mix helps your tracks […]

AI And Creativity 101: Enhance Your Production Game BIG TIME

In the music industry right now, AI and creativity go hand-in-hand.    It can help you unlock new ideas, finish beats faster, and lay down better tracks without overthinking every little move.    Plus, it can seriously level up your creative process, push your artistic expression to the next level, and expand the way you […]

How Unison Sample Packs Can Truly Destroy Beatblock (Top 6)

As music producers, motivation can come and go — and beatblock can completely destroy your flow if you let it.    Luckily, with the right sample packs, you really don’t need to worry about that inconvenience.    They can help you instantly spark new ideas and flip your sessions into full tracks fast.    Plus, […]

Using Unison Mixing Plugins for Super Clean Mixes (2025)

As producers, I’m sure you know how important a super clean mix is because it’s really make-or-break.    Having the right mixing plugins can completely change the game for you.    They can help you clean up muddy bass, balance your vocals, tighten up your instruments, and bring out the best in your tracks.    […]

MIDI to CV Converters: Key Functions & Best Picks (2025)

Yesterday I broke down exactly what CV (control voltage) actually is, and today I’m going to be talking all about MIDI to CV converters.    As producers, knowing all about MIDI to CV converters can completely level up your studio game.   Whether you’re integrating vintage synths or patching into a modular setup, it can […]

What is Control Voltage 101: How it Works & Ultimate Tips

CV (Control Voltage) is all about shaping, controlling, and automating analog gear using voltage-based signals.    It can manipulate pitch, filter cutoff, volume, and more (all in real time), using simple electrical signals instead of software.    And when you really get how it works, CV lets you connect your digital setup to analog hardware […]

20+ Mixing Hacks For Professional Mixes (Industry Secrets!)

As music producers, one of the most important steps when you’re laying down beats is the mixing stage.   Of course, you could hire a mixing engineer and have them do everything for you, but that costs money — and who knows how reliable they’ll be with timing and efficiency.   That’s why I’m breaking […]

11 Unison Drum Packs That Can Catapult You to the Top (2025)

As producers, you should already know just how important good drums are — and let’s be honest, most of them are basic, unprofessional, or straight up boring.    Luckily, I’m going to give you access to some of the sickest Unison drum packs in the game so you can take your beats to the next […]

Machine Learning vs AI: Best Music Production Secrets (2025)

When it comes to the music production industry, machine learning and AI (artificial intelligence) is undoubtedly taking over.    As producers, knowing all the key differences between machine learning vs AI can seriously help you speed up your workflow and enhance your creativity.   As well as level up your mixes without burning out.    […]

Legendary AI Bassline Generator Causing MAJOR Waves in 2025

​Artificial intelligence can be your biggest asset in the music production game right now, if you know how to take advantage of it.    Using tools like an AI bassline generator can seriously skyrocket your skills and help you create fire basslines all day.    That’s why I’m breaking down everything you need to know […]

How to Become an AI Beat-Maker in 2025 (The Best Techniques)

AI is becoming a bigger part of the music industry day by day 一 so, whether you’re on board with it or not, it’s here to stay.    And as producers, learning to take advantage of AI can completely change the game for you (without losing your own unique style, of course).   By doing […]

The #1 AI Drum Generator For Legendary Drums (Drum Monkey)

Hate it or love it, AI (artificial intelligence) is taking over the industry, and it’s really not going anywhere.    So, as producers, learning how to take advantage of it without letting it completely destroy your unique style is key.   An AI drum generator, for example, can seriously improve your workflow and help you […]

Amplitude Modulation 101: Creative Sound Design Techniques

Amplitude modulation is one of the most underrated yet powerful sound design weapons in the game.   It’s all about shaping the volume of a sound over time by using another signal (which might sound simple, but the results can get wild fast, trust me).   Plus, amplitude modulation unlocks all kinds of tonal changes, […]

Sample-based Synthesis 101: Best Techniques & Top Tricks

Sample-based synthesis is one of the most powerful, flexible, and creative forms of audio synthesis in music production today, hands down.   It’s all about taking actual samples (real recordings, chopped sounds, or sliced instruments) and then shaping them into playable, expressive instruments or textures.    Plus, it blends together the realness of acoustic instrument […]

Using Unison MIDI Packs To SKYROCKET Your Best Beats (2025)

As producers, if you don’t do something to stand out you’re just going to drown and not be heard, which can be super infuriating.   Luckily, that’s where using the sickest sounds in the game can come in handy.    And today, I’ll break down how using Unison MIDI packs can not only help you […]

Waves Curves AQ: Brutally Honest Review (Key Features) 2025

You know when a new Waves plugin drops, it’s a pretty big deal 一 Well, they did it again with the world’s first autonomous EQ: Waves Curves AQ.    It’s all about reading your audio, learning what it actually should sound like, and giving you multiple EQ options that are based on your track’s natural […]

Pitch Modulation 101: Best Techniques for UNMATCHED Depth

Pitch modulation is all about shaping the movement of pitch over time and giving your sounds more life, depth, and expression.    As producers, you have to know all about pitch modulation because it can help you create emotion in leads, add character to vocals, and make your synths feel more alive.    Plus, it […]

AI Sound Design 101: Industry Techniques & Best Kept Secrets

Hate it or love it, AI (artificial intelligence) is taking over the music industry, and not only when it comes to music production, but sound design too.   And luckily for you, that’s my absolute favorite topic.   That’s why I’m breaking down everything you need to know about AI sound design and how to […]

The 8 BEST Serum Packs/Presets In The Entire Industry (2025)

Serum 2 by Xfer Records just dropped recently, and ever since then, producers have been on the hunt for the best Serum packs in the game.    Luckily, that’s exactly what I’m giving you access to today.    The best Serum packs/presets we’re going to breaking down aren’t just decent 一 they’re the type of […]

Create The Best AI Chord Progressions With Chord Genie 2025

Ever since Chord Genie dropped, it’s been making major waves in the industry.    That’s why we’re breaking down everything you need to know about making AI chord progressions with Chord Genie.    This way, you can finally stop stressing about writing the same chord progressions, experiment with totally new ideas, and create professional music […]

Scaler 3 Review: New Features & Best Functions (+ Pro Tips)

Scaler 3 just a few days ago, and today I’m going to break down everything you need to know about it.   If you’re unsure, Scaler is all about helping producers and composers explore harmony, generate chord progressions, and get inspired right off rip.   Yes, even if you don’t have a background in music […]

Scaler 3 vs Chord Genie: Which Plugin is Seriously The Best?

Ever since Chord Genie dropped a few days ago, there’s been some serious hype around it, even from Grammy-winning producers.   But is it better than Scaler 3?… Well, that’s exactly what I’m going to be covering today.    This way, you can find out everything about Scaler 3 vs Chord Genie so you can […]

Captain Chords vs Chord Genie: The Ultimate 2025 Showdown

Captain Chords is all about giving music producers reliable tools to quickly create quality chords, melodies, and rhythms for our beats.   It’s been loved in the music industry for a minute now.   However, it should watch out because there’s a new top dog in town: Chord Genie, which can completely transform your creative […]

Chord Genie Out Now! The Best New Chord Generator of 2025

The #1 AI chord generator is officially here, and the industry is going crazy.   Chord Genie is not only the newest AI-driven chord plugin out 一 it’s completely changing the game for producers everywhere, regardless of skill level.   It can help you seriously level up your chord progressions and make your tracks stand […]

Vocal Processing with AI: 22+ Legendary Tricks & Techniques

As music producers, vocal processing is one of those things we just can’t cut corners on, no matter how bad we want to.    You’ve gotta lock in the pitch, clean up the timing, get the tone sitting right, smooth out the harsh spots, and still find a way to keep it feeling emotional and […]

8 Best Exciter Plugins for MAX Harmonic Enhancement (2025)

Exciter plugins are all about harmonics, tone, and that magical sparkle you hear in your favorite tracks.   They can help you bring out air, boost presence, tighten up the low-end, and make your entire mix sound more alive.   All without actually pushing the gain or messing up your balance, mind you.    They […]

Xfer Serum 2 Is Finally Here! Best New Features & Functions

It’s finally here, my friends — Xfer Serum 2 has finally dropped!    If you’re a producer or sound designer, this is one of the biggest updates we’ve seen in a long time (11 years to be exact).   And the best part? It’s a free upgrade, which means if you already own Serum, you […]

15+ Best AI-Enhanced Sound Design Tips, Tricks & Techniques

Sound design in itself is super intriguing, that’s a fact, but throwing AI (artificial intelligence) into the mix can bring things to a whole new level.    As producers, knowing all the best AI-enhanced sound design tips, tricks, and techniques can seriously enhance your tracks.    Plus help you unlock new creative possibilities, automate the […]

Making LoFi Beats 101: Create Super Chill, Authentic Tracks

​Lo-fi beats are super popular right now, that’s a fact.   They’re known for mellow vibes, nostalgic feel, and that signature warm, vintage sound 一 it’s all about bringing that chill vibe and authentic air to the table.    As music producers (especially lo-fi producers), knowing the keys to making lo-fi beats can completely enhance […]

The Truth About How AI Is Changing The Music Industry (2025)

The future of music production is here, my friends — and hate it or love it, it includes AI (artificial intelligence) in a major way.   As producers, knowing all about exactly how AI is changing the music industry is going to be key to staying on top.    Otherwise, you’ll get left behind, not […]

Mixing With AI: 15+ Creative Techniques For Using AI When Mixing

Mixing as a producer can be a little tricky…   You have to lock things down when it comes to EQ, compression, balancing levels, and stereo imaging.    Plus your tracks need to translate across all different systems, your vocals must stand out, and your drums have to knock harder than ever.   Sometimes it […]

10 Unison Chord Packs That Can Completely Enhance Your Beats

As a producer, you probably know just how game-changing a good chord pack can be 一 they can help with creativity and destroying beat-block altogether.   If you’re looking to speed up your workflow, create professional-sounding tracks, and get inspired when you’re feeling stuck, they’re invaluable.   Well luckily, I’m breaking down the absolute best […]

7 Best AI Courses for Music Producers Who Want to Crush It

Hate it or love it, AI (artificial intelligence) is quickly taking over the music production world everywhere you look.    It can help you seriously enhance your tracks, speed up your creative process, and up your overall creativity.   Plus, with all the new AI music production tools out there, you’ll get professional sound quality, […]

The 7 Best Phaser Plugins of For Maximum Modulation (2025)

​Phasers are all about depth and movement.   They can elevate your tracks with swirling modulation, and add that subtle or extreme vintage vibe your tracks might be missing.    Plus, they can instantly transform basic sounds into dynamic, living textures, and seriously enhance the overall character of your mix.​    As producers, knowing all […]

AI for Songwriting 101: Best Tools & Advanced Techniques 

Songwriting, as you probably know, is all about creativity, expressing certain emotions, and creating stories through words.   Plus, it’s about having the skills to put all those ideas into epic music that resonates with people and sticks in their minds for days and days.   And you know what can help with that?… AI. […]

Will AI Replace Human Producers in 2025? Big Power Moves

There’s been a big question circling around the music industry lately, and it’s been on everybody’s minds: will AI replace human producers? Well, we’re here today to break down all the truth, lies, and everything in between.   This way, you’ll know exactly what’s reality, what’s hype, and whether your future as music producers is […]

How to Create The Best FX Chains with Sound Doctor (2025)

FX chains are all about taking your audio from basic to epic.    As producers, knowing how to create different FX chains can completely transform your tracks and unlock some super unique sound.   Plus, it lets you easily apply insert effects, presets, and make quick adjustments that instantly enhance any audio track (seeming much […]

Unison MIDI Packs: The Most Mind-Blowing Sounds of 2025

As producers, we all know just how important the right MIDI packs can be 一 that’s a given.   They can help spark creativity, perfect your workflow, and enhance your tracks.    Plus, having access to high-quality MIDI files can seriously transform your music production process/skills altogether.    But then there’s the problem of having […]

Synthetic Vocals 101: Use AI to Create Very Realistic Vocals

Let’s be honest, AI is taking over the music industry right now.    So, as producers, you need to know everything about synthetic vocals to keep up and dominate the game.   That’s why I’m breaking down everything you need to know about creating, editing, and perfecting synthetic vocals using different/creative AI tools.    We’ll […]

AI In Music Production 2025: Big Mistake or Greatest Allie? 

Whether you’re into it or not, AI (artificial intelligence) is becoming a bigger part of the music industry day by day.   As producers, knowing all about AI in music production is super important.   You need to learn how to master/work with AI music generators and understand its role when it comes to enhancing […]