Capturing Synth Sounds with ZENOLOGY: “Every Summertime” by NIKI Charles Burchell May 5, 2022 Utilize ZENOLOGY to recreate the retro summer sounds of “Every Summertime” by NIKI from Marvel’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Read More »
A Few Minutes with Roger Sanchez Alexander Dias April 23, 2022 Few names are more synonymous with New York house than Roger Sanchez. The legendary DJ talks about process, philosophy, and Roland Cloud. Read More »
This is Acid: Exploring DJ Pierre’s Phuture Collection Peter Kirn March 3, 2022 Learn to use DJ Pierre’s Phuture Collection, patches and patterns for the TB-303, TR-707, and TR-727 designed by the artist who invented acid. Read More »
The Science of Sample Packs SIRMA November 17, 2021 Alin Dimitriu, Saint Ezekiel, Lightfoot, and Ski Beatz share the challenges and rewards of sample pack creation and give tips to producers. Read More »
LLNN: Brothers Creating Sound and Fury Ari Rosenschein September 29, 2021 The siblings of LLNN share a lifetime of gaming and music. They discuss unorthodox sound design, Roland gear, and the mystery of their name. Read More »
Mod Squad: A History of TR-707 and TR-727 Modifications Adam Douglas September 3, 2021 The TR-707 and TR-727 drum machines are more than just coveted vintage units. Learn about the ways in which modders have made them their own. Read More »
A Few Minutes with Scanner: Pursuing Immersive Sound Andrew Emil July 28, 2021 Robin “Scanner” Rimbaud explores many genres—from avant-garde to accessible. Find out how he’s gone from tape recorders to art institutions. Read More »
Track Talk: LUCIANBLOMKAMP on “In Between” by 6LACK Ari Rosenschein July 17, 2021 Australian producer LUCIANBLOMKAMP walks us through the process behind creating the track for 6LACK’s smash hit “In Between.” Read More »
Sound Behind the Song: “The Box” by Roddy Ricch Keith Nelson Jr. March 25, 2021 Each generation has songs embodying the culture. Roddy Ricch’s “The Box” acclimated listeners to the genre-blending force hip-hop had become. Read More »
How Roland Cloud Gives Music Students an Edge SIRMA March 5, 2021 Find out how Point Blank and educator Angela Piva use Roland Cloud to help students master music production, beatmaking, synthesis, and more. Read More »