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Sample and Hold: Library Music, Hang Drum and Reverse audio
Welcome to Sample and Hold, the series on the LANDR Blog where we highlight one unique crate-digging session and the digger’s gold we...
Nov 6, 20193 min read


Hard Truths: The Only Way to Get Better at Mixing Is Practice
Welcome to Hard Truths, the series on the LANDR Blog where we cut through the noise and take on a harsh reality from the world of music...
Nov 4, 20194 min read


How to Write Better Lyrics in Your Songs
Lyric writing is often romanticized by songwriters. Some believe that unless you live your life, collect memories and let the words come...
Oct 31, 20196 min read


Careers in Music: Which Music Job is Right for You?
Careers in music have an alluring quality. It makes sense, so many people are passionate about music. But the music industry is known for...
Oct 30, 20198 min read


How to Read Music: The Illustrated Guide
Learning how to read music is essential for all musicians. Reading music opens up lots of new possibilities for your creativity. Whether...
Oct 29, 20196 min read


Field Recording: 10 Ways to Use Found Sound in Your Production
Innovating in art and music is about pushing boundaries and breaking away from traditional molds. One way adventurous musicians challenge...
Oct 25, 20195 min read


Electronic Press Kits: Do You Really Need an EPK?
If you want to promote your new release and get press coverage, you definitely need an Electronic Press Kit or EPK. An EPK will help you...
Oct 23, 20196 min read


The 13 Best Field Recorders for Portable Recording
Portable recording devices—or field recorders—are a great resource for collecting interesting sounds from the world around you. Field...
Oct 21, 20195 min read


Cracked VSTs – Why You Shouldn’t Use Them
When you first start out producing and recording music, you are going to want to expand your VST libraries. You’re most likely going to...
Oct 18, 20195 min read


Best Cyber Monday Digital Piano Deals Of 2021
Cyber Monday/extended Black Friday deals for digital pianos in 2021 are here! If you’re looking for information on where you can find...
Oct 16, 20195 min read


Stereo Imaging: How to Make Your Mix Sound Wide
Stereo imaging is what creates the sense of width and depth in music mixing. Good stereo image is an essential quality of a good mix— and...
Oct 16, 20194 min read


Hard Truths: Free Plugins are Holding You Back
Welcome to Hard Truths, the series on the LANDR Blog where we cut through the noise and take on a harsh reality from the world of music...
Oct 11, 20193 min read


How to Choose a Music Production Computer
A music production computer is your first step toward building your own home studio. Good computers for audio production have never been...
Oct 11, 20196 min read


Sample and Hold: Lo-fi Rhodes, FM Leads and Sidechain Pads
Welcome to Sample and Hold, the series on the LANDR Blog where we highlight one unique crate-digging session and the digger’s gold we...
Oct 9, 20194 min read


Best MIDI Keyboard Controllers For Beginners 2022
When it comes to making music, creating beats, and experimenting, having a MIDI keyboard controller is one of the more important things...
Oct 9, 20199 min read


How to Improvise Better on Your Instrument
Learning how to improvise can be a bit terrifying if you stop to think about it. As musicians, we’re taught to stick within a certain set...
Oct 8, 20194 min read


The 4 Best 25 Key MIDI Keyboard Controller 2022 – Affordable Portable Picks
25 key MIDI keyboard controllers can be used for touring musicians, bedroom producers, and even full-time studio producers. They are kind...
Oct 6, 20197 min read


Home Studio Guide: How to Build a Home Recording Studio Setup
Your home studio is your music creation hub. It’s the place where your inspiration and workflow meet and your tracks take shape. Advances...
Oct 3, 20198 min read


CME Xkey Air Review – Full Thoughts
The not so conventional CME Xkey Air is a MIDI keyboard that has made some great improvements from its predecessor. You will notice at...
Oct 1, 20194 min read


Soundcraft Notepad-12FX Review: Small-format Mixer With USB Audio
The Soundcraft Notepad-12fx is a full-featured, compact analog mixer that offers great sonic performance for the price. This small but...
Sep 30, 20194 min read
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