Transitioning from Trance to Melodic House: Why You Should Explore New Genres

Transitioning from Trance to Melodic House: Why You Should Explore New Genres

If you’re like me, you’ve probably spent years making Trance music. After awhile, it can get old. Especially with genres like Trance where there is a very specific formula to follow and not much room for experimentation. Eventually, you WILL experience burnout at some point and music will start feeling like a chore. One of the best ways I’ve found to get over this roadblock is to try producing other genres. One of those is Melodic House.

Crafting the Perfect Bassline for a Melodic House Track

Melodic House Basslines

If you’re just starting out on your musical journey, you’ve probably realized that creating a standout bassline for your melodic house track is both exciting and challenging. Don’t worry—I’ve been producing for over 20 years, and I’m here to help you with every step of the way. In this guide, we’ll break down the process […]

How Aspiring DJs Can Avoid Hardwell’s SAGA Festival Debacle

How Aspiring DJs Can Avoid Hardwell’s SAGA Festival Debacle

Today, I want to dive into a recent event that rocked the DJ world and left a lot of fans and aspiring artists with mixed feelings. We’re talking about Hardwell’s abrupt cancellation of his set at Romania’s SAGA Festival. Hardwell, a legend in the EDM scene, faced some serious issues that led him to cut […]

Building Your DJ Skills: Basic Techniques for Trance Music 

Building Your DJ Skills: Basic Techniques for Trance Music

If you’re reading this, you probably have a love for Trance music and a burning desire to learn how to DJ. That’s awesome! Trance is an incredibly powerful and emotional genre, and becoming a Trance DJ means you’ll get to share those euphoric vibes with audiences everywhere. I’ve been in the DJ game for over […]

Mastering Ableton: Top 10 Ableton Tips and Tricks to Supercharge your Workflow

Mastering Ableton: Top 10 Ableton Tips and Tricks to Supercharge your Workflow

Getting your way around in Ableton can be a real pain, but it doesn’t have to be. Let’s have a look at some of my top secret tips and tricks that you can start using to make your experience in Ableton much smoother. https://youtu.be/oA1nbFe7ER8?si=4-8u9IAWB4jIz-sC Tip #1: Insert Time I have this track intro and I […]

Creating Gritty Acid Sounds in Sylenth1

Creating Gritty Acid Sounds in Sylenth1

This week at ReadyForMasterclass we are announcing a new Sylenth1 bank by ReOrder and MYR.  ReOrder and MYR went through their tracks over the past decade and picked out their favorite presets – ones they used again and again because of how useful they were, and created many new presets to complement them.  As a […]

Crafting the Perfect Pad Sound Using Sylenth1

A synthesizer with headphones.

Hey future trance maestros! 🌟 If you’re diving into the world of trance music, you know that the dreamy, atmospheric pad sound is essential. It’s that lush background layer that fills out the track and sets the emotional tone. Today, we’re going to learn how to craft the perfect pad sound using Sylenth1, a powerhouse […]

Mastering the Equalizer in Trance Mixdowns

Mastering the Equalizer in Trance

Today, we’re diving deep into one of the most powerful tools in music production: the equalizer, or EQ. Whether you’re just starting or you’ve been dabbling in music production for a while, understanding how to use an EQ effectively can transform your tracks from amateur to professional. So, let’s get a pen and paper and […]

Crafting the Perfect Low-End Sub-Pad

Crafting the Perfect Low-End Sub-Pad for Trance

Welcome to your ultimate guide on crafting the perfect low-end sub-pad for your trance tracks.  In this article, we’ll break everything down into simple steps, making sure you understand every part of the process. So, grab your favorite headphones, fire up your DAW (Digital Audio Workstation), and let’s dive into the world of trance production! […]

Mastering Stereo Imaging in Trance Music

Mastering stereo imaging in Trance music.

Creative blocks, those pesky obstacles that can paralyze even the most seasoned techno producers, can be conquered. In this article, we will explore practical strategies to reignite your creative spark and navigate the often challenging world of techno production.

Crafting Viral Trance Remixes and Bootlegs

Crafting Viral Trance Remixes.

Creative blocks, those pesky obstacles that can paralyze even the most seasoned techno producers, can be conquered. In this article, we will explore practical strategies to reignite your creative spark and navigate the often challenging world of techno production.

Crafting Extended Mixes: A Guide to Effective Track Construction

Music producer in his studio crafting extended mixes.

Creative blocks, those pesky obstacles that can paralyze even the most seasoned techno producers, can be conquered. In this article, we will explore practical strategies to reignite your creative spark and navigate the often challenging world of techno production.

6 Essential Tips for Trance Producers

6 Essential Tips for Trance Producers

Creative blocks, those pesky obstacles that can paralyze even the most seasoned techno producers, can be conquered. In this article, we will explore practical strategies to reignite your creative spark and navigate the often challenging world of techno production.

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