Beat Making

Drum Machine vs. DAW Drums: Which Workflow Suits Your Sound? Beat Making
Drum Machine vs. DAW Drums: Which Workflow Suits Your Sound?
Hardware drum machines push you to commit; DAWs give you room to edit and arrange. Here's how to pick the workflow that fits your genre.
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Five Common Kick and Bass Mistakes New Beatmakers Make Beat Making
Five Common Kick and Bass Mistakes New Beatmakers Make
Five low-end habits that make beginner beats sound muddy, plus simple fixes for a tighter, more solid kick and bass.
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How to Make Your First Drill Beat in Under an Hour Beat Making
How to Make Your First Drill Beat in Under an Hour
A step-by-step guide to building a drill beat from scratch: half-time drums, sliding 808s, a dark melody, arrangement and a quick mix, all inside an hour.
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