Dustin Minks

120+ Insane Hip-Hop Melodies for Chart-Topping Tracks + Tips

If you’re a hip-hop producer, you know the importance of melodies.    The best hip-hop melodies can transform a simple beat into a powerful piece of music that resonates with emotions and instantly captivates your audience.    However, with so many basic, boring, repetitive melodies out there, it’s time to change things up to make […]

2024’s Best Convolution Reverb & Algorithmic Reverb Plugins

Convolution and algorithmic reverb both use distinct methods to give your audio the illusion of space and grandness.   Convolution reverb works by using impulse responses to capture and replicate the acoustic characteristics of real-world spaces.    Algorithmic reverb, on the other hand, works by using mathematical algorithms to simulate the echo and decay of […]

The 13 Best Vocoder Plugins for 2024 (Vocal Madness!)

Vocoding is not just about altering voices…    It’s a transformative vocal process that blends human expression with electronic synthesis to create captivating sounds.   That’s why, as a producer, knowing the best vocoder plugins can help elevate your music production skills to new heights.   Plus, of course, make crazy vocal effects to help […]