One of the (many) great things about Modular Synthesis is that there's no real difference between Audio Signals and Control Signals, this allows for some wild experimentation with different types of ""Audio Rate"" modulators, whether it's FM, AM or RM. In this video Pyramind mentor Jor van der Poel shows…
Matt continues his analysis of the 2016 seminal album "Adventure" by EDM hitmaker Madeon. In this video, he Breaksdown the song "You're On" featuring Kyan, looking at the concept of key signature, the impact of melody on key interpretation and creative uses of Dominant chords as inspired by songs like…
In this video you will be learning everything you need to know about the Resonators effect in Ableton Live. You will see step by step how to give any sound a totally different character. Book Vice City as your Music Production Mentor Today!: http://bit.ly/2OaxzQV FOLLOW US ON: Website = https://www.pyramind.com/…
Matt continues to explore how fast and easy it is to build chord progressions using Captain Chords! While many think of this as a "machines doing my work for me" tool. it's not. Matt demonstrates that it's still YOU that builds chords here. And all in under 3 minutes! Whats…
Student Spotlight - Jason Butler | Sound for Picture & Games Recent graduate Jason Butler talks about his experience in the Sound for Picture & Games Program and why he chose Pyramind. "Pyramind is like a audio school of magic." - Jason Butler The Sound for Picture & Games program…
Using Captain plugins, Matt reverses the Breakdown to the Build Up - how to use theory to build song ideas in 4 minutes or less! Captain PlugIns: https://mixedinkey.com/captain-plugins/ Sign Up Link: https://www.pyramind.com/ FOLLOW US ON: Website = https://www.pyramind.com/ YouTube = https://www.youtube.com/user/Pyratube Facebook = https://www.facebook.com/Pyramind/ Instagram = https://instagram.com/pyramind_ Twitter = https://twitter.com/pyramind…
Learn how to utilize Ableton Live's Dynamic tube to give warmth to any sound as well as unique textures. Find out more about our Mentorship Network and One-on-One Music Production Tutoring & Guidance via Link below. Sign Up Today!!! Sign Up Link: http://bit.ly/2OnhaGf FOLLOW US ON: Website = https://www.pyramind.com/ YouTube…
In this video you will learn on how to manipulate any sound to create unique baselines and sounds like Boombox Cartel, Snails & QUIX using the Grain Delay's Frequency feature. Transform anything like hi-hats, toms, guitars into heavy baselines using this unique trick! Find out more about our Mentorship Network…
Chris Lake [Sound Design] W/Frequency Shifter: by Vice City - Raul Cardenas "In this video we are going to be going over on how to use the basics of the Frequency Shifter as well as recreating a well known sound for DJ/Producer Chris Lake" Find out more about our Mentorship…
This video explains the difference between series and parallel Signal flow through the use of return tracks and audio effect racks in Ableton live. You will learn how to create and utilize return tracks and audio effect racks as well as understand the similarities and differences in each and what…
In collaboration with Pyramind, Youth Art Exchange brings together young musicians from across the San Francisco Bay Area for YDM: Youth Digital Music Festival. Check out the Highlights at Pyramind's state-of-the-art production facilities for an evening of drops, loops, and beats by youth from The DJ Project, The Mix at…
In this short clip from our Elite Session in the Club with Sean Tyas, Sean goes over the basics for making psytrance basslines. This two-hour behind-the-scenes event was co-sponsored by Pyramind, The Great Northern, Sonarworks, and Trance Family. Read the blog with Sean Tyas on our blog: https://pyramind.com/psyttrance-production-techniques-with-sean-tyas/ Enroll in…
In this short clip from our Elite Session in the Club with Sean Tyas, Sean goes over the main synth from the drop in his #1 Beatport single "Matter of Time." This two-hour behind-the-scenes event was co-sponsored by Pyramind, The Great Northern, Sonarworks, and Trance Family. Read the blog with…
In this tutorial, Pyramind instructor Jimmy Su goes over general workflow tips to keep in mind when using Ableton’s Wavetable device. He demonstrates how far subtle modulation can go when designing seemingly-simple wobbles. Enroll in Pyramind's online EMP today: http://bit.ly/2wsyUIV
Matt is back with another breakdown! In this two-part breakdown, he analyzes “Sleepless” by Cazzette. In Part 1, he discusses the chord progression and how the song uses an unresolved melody. He also shows you how easy it is to create these chord progressions using Captain Chords, a plugin that…
Matt is back with another breakdown! In this two-part breakdown, he analyzes “Sleepless” by Cazzette. In Part 1, he discusses the chord progression and how the song uses an unresolved melody. He also shows you how easy it is to create these chord progressions using Captain Chords, a plugin that…
Pyramind instructor Jimmy Su gives us an overview of the Echo device in Ableton 10. Jimmy covers Echo’s dual independent delay lines, the modulation section, the unique noise oscillator, and more. If you’re looking for an all-encompassing yet easy-to-follow tutorial on Echo, this is a must-watch! Stream Here: open.spotify.com/artist/5KyFmu0yp9IGhZaNNQHErP Follow…
Learn how to make a popular dubstep growl sound in Serum! Danny covers choosing the right waveform, choosing a warp mode, filtering, and effects. Need help with production concepts like this? Book a one-on-one mentorship session with our global network of mentors here: https://pyramind.com/mentorship/
Matt Donner shows us what Loopcloud 2.0 is all about! He demonstrates how Loopcloud seamlessly connects to Ableton Live, and picks out a couple loops to show off the flexibility of the plugin. Book a mentorship session with Matt Donner today! https://bit.ly/2Fw23dp
Watch the full video recap of our Elite Session with Mr. Bill here: https://bit.ly/2PmH2pT In this short clip, Mr. Bill goes over using foley sounds to make glitch effects. Launch your career making the music & sounds you love. Learn more about Pyramind Institute’s Music & Audio Production training programs…
Subscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/musicproducernetwork Thanks to our YouTube subscribers, the Pyramind channel has been a huge hit with our tutorials and song breakdowns gathering close to 2 million views over the past year. In order to give you, our subscribers, even more great content, we decided to…
In this short clip, Mr. Bill shows us his mastering chain in Ableton Live. Watch the full video recap of our Elite Session with Mr. Bill here: https://bit.ly/2PmH2pT
In this clip, Mr. Bill gives us some quick processing tips for bass sounds. Watch the full video recap of our Elite Session with Mr. Bill here: https://bit.ly/2PmH2pT
Watch the full video recap of the event here: https://bit.ly/2PmH2pT Learn how to make dubstep leads using cowbells, wood blocks, and air horns in this short clip from our Elite Session with Mr. Bill.