In this video Jaytech shares tips and techniques on sound selection when producing music. Ideally, your sounds work together so well that you only need to play with the volume fader while producing. In this video he discusses auditioning in mono, focusing on the right frequency spectrum, and not overcomplicating…
Learn how to use Ableton Live's Drum Racks in a unique way that allows for advanced creativity. In this video, Pyramind mentor will share an advanced technique that allows you to create unique drum patterns and parts you never could have before. To learn more about this method and others,…
In this video Berlin-based sound design expert Jor Van Der Poel shares a technique used by artists like BT and Trifonic to get glitchy drum loops in the style of Aphex Twin, Autechre, Machinedrum, and David Tipper. Utilize these techniques with any synthesizer but in this video, you'll see how…
Global Bass Music blends electronic and world elements to create a unique genre blend with traditional instrumentation and modern electronic production. Learn from world-famous artist/Producer Jef Stott as he walks us through his production workflow in two of his most recent Ableton Live sessions. Subscribe to our podcast to never…
In this video, Pyramind mentor and sound design wiz Jor Van Der Poel shares a unique technique to create interesting sounding kick drums (or anything else). To do this he utilizes Native Instruments' Reaktor, along with Polyplex, Blocks, and comb filtering. To book a one-on-one session with Jor find him…
In this video, Pyramind mentor Kiva shares a technique he uses for chopping up samples in Ableton Live. Learn how to use Ableton's slice to MIDI feature and how it can be applied to your music. To go deeper on this topic or any others, book a one-on-one private mentorship…
To see this full 2-hour 7-part lecture go here: https://pyramind.com/elite-session-with-stimming-diynamic-video-recap/ Germany-based live performer and producer Stimming digs deep into his Ableton Live setup and production process in Cubase. Martin Stimming was born in Giessen, Germany, Playing various instruments like violin, piano and drums when he was 10 years old, discovering…
* Event Announcement* Join Jaytech this Wednesday for an online open house and mixing workshop. RSVP with the link below as seats are limited! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pyramind-online-open-house-feat-workshop-w-jaytech-tickets-253234209337 To see this full 2-hour 13-part lecture click here: https://pyramind.com/elite-session-with-jaytech-anjunabeats-video-recap/ Part One: Introduction, presentation topics- expanding on your production process, auditing your work and putting…
In this video, Pyramind mentor DJ Celeste breaks down the world of djing in virtual reality. As virtual, augmented, and mixed reality becomes more popular, the demand for virtual events will continue to increase. If you're looking for a brave new world to find and connect with your audience, then…
In this video, Pyramind mentor Jor Van Der Poel shares a few Serum sound design tricks using the LFO. Learn how to use unipolar and bipolor modulation, how to draw steps in the waveform, and how to modulate the x and y-axis of your waveform. If you don't see all…
In this video Pyramind mentor, Jaytech breaks down the 7 most commonly asked questions he gets during 1-on-1 mentorship sessions. ----- * Event Announcement* Join Jaytech this Wednesday for an online open house and mixing workshop. RSVP with the link below as seats are limited! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pyramind-online-open-house-feat-workshop-w-jaytech-tickets-253234209337 ----- As a signed…
In this episode of Mentor My Mix we chat with Gavin Hardkiss, a San Francisco electronic music pioneer and the creator behind the moniker Hawke. Gavin Hardkiss, electronic musician, DJ, label owner, producer, remixer, author and artist who has performed under the name "Gavin Hardkiss" and "Hawke", shares his journey…
Congratulations to the winner and all the runners up! Thanks again to all those who applied as well as the Game Audio Network Guild for partnering with us to make this happen. To learn more about our Sound for Picture & Games Program visit Pyramind.com
Today we are going over how to use FL Studio (Fruity Loops) to Squelch Bass using the Peak Controller. Want more help with FL Studio, Ableton, or any production technique? Book a session with Shane Hazleton here: https://pyramind.com/product/shane-hazleton/ To take your production to the next level, check out our transformative…
Excerpts from the Mentor My Mix Podcast interview with Gregory J. Gordon and singer, songwriter, guitarist, and producer Martin Luther McCoy. Martin Luther talks about his development as an entrepreneur with his label, Rebel Soul Records, and the empowering messages he aims to deliver through his music. He shares stories…
In this video Pyramind instructor Ben Wiley breaks down his method for creating multi-track drum racks to organize an entire sample pack, in multiple channels, within a group. This method utilizes ALC files in order to make the drum rack usable across multiple projects. To learn more about this technique…
Learn how to turn on dark mode, and how to properly utilize groups, busses, and folders to organize large projects in Pro Tools. Check out our favorite new Pro Tools features here and if you'd like to go deeper on this subject, book a one-on-one session with Pyramind's Pro Tools…
In this video Pyramind mentor Heather Christie walks you through a super unique mindset around arrangement that involves the hero's journey. Instead of the standard I,A,B,A,B,C,BB,O, try changing things up with a new mindset that will separate you from the rest. To learn more production and arrangement techniques like this,…
In this video world-class producer Social Kid, breaks down his track, Epica . Discover his mindset behind production, composition, arrangement, and sound design. Online Classes: https://pyramind.com/online-music-production-programs/ Ground Campus https://pyramind.com
Want more control and depth out of your sub bass? In this tutorial Pyramind mentor Shane Hazleton shares some unique techniques to add depth and control over your bass and sub frequencies using Max for Live and sub oscillators. To download the max for live device, checkout the full blog…
In this video we pulled a few clips from Greg's in-depth podcast interview with industry veteran MING. Topics Include: Getting signed to Om records Staying a "student of the game" How to tour, build press, and the importance of high-quality content How to deal with "failure" in the music business…
In this video, we interview two of the makers of Paradise Killer, Barry Topping and Phil Crabtree from Kaizen Game Works. They talk about how the game was developed, who was involved, and how the music and sound effects were chosen and created. Check out Kaizen Game Works below and…
This is a Bonus video from Ming's Mentor My Mix Podcast interview with Greg Gordon. In this video Pyramind mentor and world-class producer Ming, breaks down his re-make of White Horse. Learn from his approach to production, composition, arrangement, and sound design. Listen to the entire Mentor My Mix Podcast…
As a fan of The 1975, Matt Donner knows their catalog inside and out. But he noticed a particular song that sounded like many others he's heard. In this video Matt Donner breaks down The 1975 song - If You're Too Shy (Let Me Know) and shows how it relates…