Why Preset Organisation Matters If you have been producing for a while, chances are you have hundreds or even thousands of Serum presets scattered across your system. Finding the right sound when inspiration strikes should take seconds, not minutes. A well-organised preset library is one of the biggest workflow improvements you can make as a […]
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Getting a professional sounding drum and bass mix is one of the hardest things in electronic music production. The combination of deep sub bass, fast breakbeats, and dense mid-range elements makes DnB mixing a real challenge. I have been mixing DnB for years and these are the techniques that actually make a difference. Understanding the
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Serum is the most popular wavetable synthesiser in bass music production. But knowing how to use it and actually getting great bass sounds out of it are two different things. After years of designing presets and producing bass music, here are my 10 essential tips for getting better bass sounds in Serum. 1. Use FM
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If you are just getting into bass music production, you do not need to spend hundreds on plugins to get started. There are some genuinely brilliant VST plugins out there that can hold their own against the big paid options. I have been producing for years and still use a few of these in my
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The Changing Landscape of Music Production Music production in 2026 is more accessible than ever. Anyone with a laptop and the right software can create professional-sounding tracks from their bedroom. But with that accessibility comes an overwhelming amount of choices. What do you actually need to start producing quality electronic music? This guide cuts through
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Why Layering Is Essential for Big Bass If you have ever wondered why your bass sounds thin compared to your favourite tracks, the answer is almost certainly layering. Professional bass music producers rarely rely on a single synth patch for their bass. Instead, they combine multiple layers, each handling a different part of the frequency
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Why Plugins Are Better Than Ever in 2026 The VST plugin landscape has changed dramatically over the past few years. What used to mean compromising on quality now means getting genuinely professional tools at zero cost. Developers release versions to build their reputation, and the result is an incredible selection of plugins that can compete
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What Defines UK Bass Music? UK bass music is not a single genre. It is a family of interconnected styles that have evolved from the underground club scenes across Britain. From garage and grime through dubstep and DnB to bass house and beyond, UK producers have consistently pushed electronic music forward with heavy low-end focus
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Serum is the go-to synth for bass music production and for good reason. Its wavetable engine, visual interface, and deep modulation system make it perfect for creating everything from sub basses to screaming leads. But there are techniques that separate average Serum users from producers who get genuinely professional results. Here are 10 serum tips
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Rave Music is Back and Bigger Than Ever Rave music has made a massive comeback. From the resurgence of classic breakbeat and acid house to the explosive growth of modern genres like speed garage, hard house, and UK hardcore, rave culture is alive and thriving in 2026. Festivals are getting bigger, underground events are packed,
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