Table of contents for 10/2025 in Beat English

More Tutorials + Project Data: Download Link see Page 9 One of the most common challenges is developing unique and appealing sounds. How do you create sounds that stand out from the crowd and give your music a distinct signature? These tutorials offer targeted methods for sound design, from synthesis from scratch to the effective use of samples and creative audio manipulation. Learn how to use synthesizers, effects, and recordings to create unique Textures, Basses, Leads, and Pads. Another problem is creating a compelling arrangement and song structure. Many Producers struggle to develop loops and individual ideas into a complete, dynamic track that captivates the listener. How do you create tension and variety? The instructions show you how to develop different song parts, design transitions, and create a dramatic arc…

We live in exciting times when it comes to music and AI. How does artificial intelligence help Musicians and Producers in their day-to-day work? Which tools will fundamentally change the way we work and produce? At RoEx Audio, you upload the stems of your production and get back a ready-mixed track! Roex Audio, Unchained, what‘s it all about? Unchained is a digital distributor like Distrokid. And for the auto-mixing technology, the company has teamed up with the start-up, RoEx Audio. The idea: you upload the stems of your finished track and the Unchained engine automatically mixes the whole thing. After uploading, you can set the „Importance“ in the mix, the Panning Position and the amount of Reverb for each instrument group. There are also nine different genres to choose from…

More Tutorials + Project Data: Download Link see Page 9 Since its introduction in 2001, Ableton Live has become a fixture in the music production landscape. Originally designed as software for live performances, it quickly evolved into a full-fledged Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) that is valued for its intuitive operation and unique Session View workflow. This allows you, as a Producer or Musician, to spontaneously develop ideas, create arrangements, and seamlessly transition between studio production and live performance. Integration with Ableton Push, a specially des igned hardware controller, deepens this synergy and provides a tactile and inspiring experience for your musical creation. The tutorials will guide you through the most secret corners of Ableton Live and Push, from the basics to advanced production techniques that will help you realize your…

More Tutorials + Project Data: Download Link see Page 9 Steinberg Cubase is one of the longest-serving and most respected Digital Audio Work-stations (DAWs) on the market. Its roots date back to 1989, when Steinberg released their first version as a MIDI sequencer for the Atari ST. Since then, Cubase has undergone continuous development and has matured into one of the most comprehensive DAWs for Music Production, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering. Cubase‘s history is marked by constant innovation and adaptation to evolving technology. It was one of the first DAWs to integrate audio recording and processing into its workflow, making it a pioneer in the field of computer-based audio recording. These tutorials offer you a deep insight into the world of Steinberg Cubase. Whether you want to make high-quality audio…

Beat / What connection did you have to Tangerine Dream before joining?  Thorsten / As a keyboardist, I was always fascinated by the interviews with Edgar. And when I came to the studio in 2003 and started working on the first album with Edgar in 2004, I was thrilled to see all these synthesizers in real life. Until then, I only knew them from books, magazines, or concert videos – from Tangerine Dream, but also from Genesis. I had long dreamed of working with these originals. I knew, of course, the typical soundtracks – „Sorcerer“, „Love On A Real Train“ from „Risky Business“, and given my age, also the soundtrack to the series „Street Hawk“. I had a compilation, a sort of Greatest Hits, which I bought in a small…

A custica Audio has made a name for itself primarily with its virtual replicas of high-quality studio equipment. Despite often placing a high load on the CPU, these audio effects are very popular due to their excellent, extremely realistic sound. This is also because Acustica Audio uses a mixture of Impulse Responses (that is, samples of the devices) and processing using synthesis. With THING, the Italian company launched its first synthesizer at the end of last year, which also relies on this hybrid concept. This makes sense, since a vintage synthesizer is based on analog circuits just like their successfully emulated studio effects. Emulation of the Prophet-5 Expanse-5 faithfully recreates the sound generation of the Prophet-5, including the outstanding Polymod section for Crossmod & FM. The oscillators, which allow multiple…

With 24 knobs, 8 faders, and 16 multifunction buttons, there are plenty of controls for simultaneously operating parameters in the DAW or a sound generator. Each knob and button features a multicolored LED that you can configure as you like with your own templates. And when using the DAW integration, the colors automatically adjust to the color scheme of the DAW, adopting, for example, the track color you‘ve chosen in Ableton Live. Whereas previously only red, green, and yellow were available, XL3 offers the entire color palette, significantly improving clarity and visual feedback. New design, encoder The design of this controller, which is slightly tilted towards the user, appears slimmer and more modern despite comparable dimensions. The control knobs have a pleasant resistance, the faders are also very easy to…

7 Plugins for epic Ambient, Lo-Fi & Soundscapes Sampleson Sonic Explorer Bundle Seven plugins, one goal: inspiration for your tracks. The Sonic Explorer Bundle from our friends at Sampleson gives you everything: Roland TR-808-style analog drums, an expressive electric piano, a tonewheel organ, a brilliant one-button synth, and distinctive effects. Get ready for lean, characterful instruments and FX for tracks that need some edge, atmosphere, and attitude. Download: see page 9 | Info: sampleson.com win | mac All serial numbers safely accessible: The Beat Serial Center To ensure that none of your serial numbers are lost in future (e.g. in the event of a reinstallation, Outlook crash or disk crash), you can now manage them conveniently online. The advantages are obvious: the editorial team can send you specific software updates,…

More Tutorials + Project Data: Download Link see Page 9 Mixing and Mastering are the stages in the Music Production Process that determine whether a track sounds professional and impactful or unbalanced. However, for many Producers, these steps often present the greatest challenges as they require technical understanding, a trained ear, and years of experience. These tutorials show you how to use Equalizers (EQ) and Compressors effectively to shape frequencies, control dynamics, and give your mixes clarity and punch. Another problem is dealing with effects such as Reverb, Delay, and Chorus. How do you use them selectively to create depth and spaciousness without overloading the mix or making it confusing? How do you achieve the right volume and dynamics without the track sounding over-compressed or weak? The tutorials cover techniques…

More Tutorials + Project Data: Download Link see Page 9 Recording audio, whether it’s vocals, instruments, or field recordings, is the first and often most crucial step in music production. However, many problems can arise at this stage that significantly impair the quality of the subsequent Mix and Master. For music producers, whether in a home studio or a professional environment, it is, therefore, essential to master the basics of “recording in general” and avoid typical pitfalls. How do you choose the right microphone for a particular source, and how do you position it optimally to capture the best sound and minimize unwanted reflections or room resonances? The tutorials show you various microphone techniques, how to use boundary microphones, condenser microphones, and dynamic microphones, as well as simple methods for…

More Tutorials + Project Data: Download Link see Page 9 Apple Logic Pro has become one of the leading Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) for Musicians and Producers in the Apple ecosystem. Originally developed by Emagic under the name “Notator Logic,” the software was acquired by Apple in 2002 and continued under the name Logic Pro. Since then, Apple has continuously developed the DAW, turning it into a powerful tool for Composition, Recording, Mixing, and Mastering. Logic Pro is known for its comprehensive features, which include a huge library of instruments, effects, and loops, as well as professional Mixing and Mastering tools. The tutorials in this issue offer you an in-depth look at Logic Pro and show you how to get the most out of this comprehensive DAW. From recording your…

Think of the wildest, craziest idea to produce a piece. Do something you‘ve never heard of before. Just three years have passed since Hitech‘s first single. But already, the trio have become part of the legend of Detroit. As soon as you start talking or writing about the band, you almost immediately succumb to romantic exaggerations and journalistic clichés. Their sound is “tough” and “real,” but at the same time full of soul and warmth. It reflects the lights of the clubs and the loneliness of the big city. And in the title of their second album, the trio directly pays tribute to their home city of Detroit – or ‚DÉTWAT,‘ as they would pronounce it. The music on that record harks back to Ghettotech, a genre often considered sleazy,…

Adam Beyer is used to being accused of selling out, having his new material dismissed as a commercial compromise, and his label Drumcode‘s style labelled with the unflattering tagline “yuppie Techno.” Thankfully, however, the Swedish DJ, producer and label owner doesn‘t go looking for answers in social media. To him, the only thing that counts is still the response of the clubs. And even decades into his career, they are all demanding more: more of his inimitable DJ sets and the recognizable yet constantly evolving sound of his artist family. Beyer is certainly not the only pioneer who has changed creatively throughout his career and attracted criticism for doing so. But it‘s also true that Beyer has never made a secret of his love for many different styles of electronic…

Sometimes it‘s the small, distinctive sounds that bring a song to life. This is exactly what Rob Papen is targeting with his latest instrument WirePluck: Three layers, four different engines, and an extensive effect section form the basis for organic and overtone-rich sounds. WirePluck can be played up to 16-voice polyphonic or monophonic. The newly developed Wire Engine provides a wiry base character that is perfect for crisp pluck sounds. The string model is based on Karplus-Strong synthesis and produces string and percussion-like sounds. For those who prefer complexity, the FM engine with its three operators allows for particularly accented transients. The quartet is completed by the classic Wave engine, which offers subtractive synthesis with analog waveforms and noise generators and a resonant multi-mode filter. All layers have their own…

The miniKORG 700 was the first synthesizer produced in series by Korg, essentially marking the commercial debut of the Japanese brand. Shortly thereafter, the 700s was released, offering a significantly expanded sound palette thanks to its second oscillator, serving as the model for the reissues. The faders and switches for the most important sound parameters are placed somewhat unusually below the keyboard on the front panel by today‘s standards, because in the 70s, keyboardists often placed their synthesizer on top of their main instrument, such as an organ or electric piano. The new miniKORG 700Sm retains all the features of the miniKORG 700FS (which was manufactured only in limited quantities), while its size is reduced to about 86% of the original (Small instead of Full Size) partly due to the…

More Tutorials + Project Data: Download Link see Page 9 FL Studio, formerly known as FruityLoops, has had an impressive career since its initial release in 1997, evolving from a simple MIDI sequencer to one of the world‘s most popular Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs). Originally developed by the Belgian company Image-Line, FL Studio is particularly known for its intuitive and fast workflow environment, which allows both beginners and experienced Producers to quickly implement their ideas. The rise of FL Studio is closely linked to the popularity of Electronic Music and Hip Hop. It quickly became a preferred tool for Beatmakers and Producers who value a fast and creative workflow. Pattern-based composition and the step sequencer are key elements that make it particularly easy to create drum patterns, melodies, and chord…

Beat / Bandcamp listening parties, YouTube live streams, Twitch – are these truly different phenomena? What sets Twitch apart? Valdudes / There are some technical aspects that give Twitch the edge. Twitch has the DJ Program, which allows DJs to stream music without having to worry about copyright issues. Plus, the Twitch chat UI is so simple, clean, and compact, it‘s simply a better experience. Chris Cox / Twitch is better developed in creating a more integrated experience as well as community building. It feels like Twitch is a better platform for back-and-forth communication and engagement. Valdudes / Yes, I have made a huge number of virtual friends that I end up meeting and becoming friends with in person. All the DJs aren’t just separate entities doing their thing alone;…

1 Drum Foundation Electric piano, organ and analog drums – sounds like Funk and Soul? Maybe. But with the Sampleson Sonic Explorer Bundle you can also create atmospheric Downtempo, Chillout and Ambient tracks. In this workshop, we show you how. We start with SUB for the drum foundation at 105 BPM. Program a relaxed down-tempo groove. 2 Bass with RAND The first instance provides Kick, Snare and Hi-Hats and the second adds Shaker, Cowbell and Congas, to which we add a Ping-Pong Delay. Now a Bass from RAND comes into play. Create a corresponding preset with the RAND button and adjust it on the Edit Current page as shown. We want to run this sound through Overheat. 3 Bass: Saturation With the settings shown, Overheat gives the Bass gentle, warm…

1 Neurofunk The focus in Neurofunk is on dark, drawn-out bass notes in the Reese style. The sound should appear mechanical, technical, or futuristic. Good patches for this can be found in 015: BS Raspy Unit or 014: BS Specky Phonk. It‘s not so much the melody that‘s important, but rather the texture and pressure. These basslines form the backbone of the track. 2 Musical Foundation To avoid the bass sounding static and too boring, it should be modulated with LFOs, automation or internal effects. Phasers, filters or distortion turn a note into a living sound creature. Movement is a must in Neurofunk. Also sidechain the bass to the kick to ensure enough dynamics, especially in the low-end. 3 Percussive Synths Besides bass and drums, Neurofunk needs resonant percussive synths…

From the very beginning, opinions on Teenage Engineering‘s OP-1 were divided: Some derided it as an overpriced hipster toy, while others adored it as a creative wonder weapon. And there seem to be quite a few of the latter, because after production was temporarily discontinued, the ultra-compact synthesizer and recorder became a sought-after item on the used market, with prices paid even exceeding the already quite high original price. … and its successor Accordingly, the Swedes released a successor model in 2022. The OP-1 Field shows many parallels and significant improvements over the older model, but the confidently set price of 2000 Euro reignited the discussion mentioned above. Now we have received the latest model in the series for testing, the OP-XY, and we‘ll show you what the little tool…

Writing lyrics, building beats, recording vocals… done? Hip-hop might seem simple at first glance. However, if you want an authentic-sounding result, things get significantly more complex. In this Masterclass, we‘ll show you the entire process, from vocal beat-making to release, including mastering, using a complete song production as an example. Furthermore, you‘ll learn how to write crisp lines, record and powerfully showcase vocals, which AI tools perfectly support you in beat-making, how to completely legally bypass sample clearing, and ultimately turn it into real money! Test: Sonicware Liven Evoke A 4-track ambient synthesizer focused on cinematic and electroacoustic sounds. It‘s based on the Acoustronic Flux Oscillator with acoustically inspired synthesis, complemented by a musical granular effect, synchronizable time-stretching, and harmonization. Of course, a reverb is also on board, and 16…