Layering and Processing a Techno Kick
Audiotent Tip #417 // Layering and Processing a Techno Kick We will be using two layers to create our techno kick. Let’s start by choosing the ‘layer one’ and program a simple 4/4 pattern: Th...
How to create a pre-shifted clap in Xfer Serum
Audiotent Tip 401. How to create a pre-shifted clap in Xfer Serum.Have you ever wanted to create clap's purely from synthesis?Sure, we know it's not the first thing that comes to mind when talking ...
Audiotent Tip 390. Layering with Hi-Hats.A hi-hat can often be used as a layer for your percussive bass, synth or keyboard sounds.It will add an extra transient bite and definition, helping to sit ...
Audiotent Tip 345. Layering pads.Adding new layers to the bass, kick, effects or synths seems to be a common practice. You could also try layering pad sounds. This will create a richer texture and ...
Audiotent Tip 317. Layering White Noise.When designing a patch for your synth, try layering a bit of white noise. This will add some rawness and grit to your sound.If your synth has multiple filter...
#AudiotentTip 303. Tips for layering presets.If tweaking presets or creating synth patches from scratch is not your thing, you can still come up with a unique sound by layering presets.Once you've ...
#AudiotentTip 192. Programming Claps.When trying to re-create live sounding claps from a single hit sample. Move the sample slightly off the grid in each bar. This will simulate the natural time va...
How to create the perfect Kick Transient
#AudiotentTip 89. Kick Transient.Technique A) If you find your kick lacks bite and doesn't cut through the mix, split it right after the transient. Duplicate the transient onto another channel and ...
#AudiotentTip 77. Layering.Try using a different synth patch for each note of your chord. This can naturally add separation to your instruments without the use of EQ.
#AudiotentTip 67. Less Is More.When layering, always try muting each individual sound. Ask yourself does it really add to the sound or is it cluttering up the mix?