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Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Wed Sep 23, 2009 8:58 pm
by futures_untold
tkun wrote:This has probably been asked a lot, but I don't want to sift through all of these threads, and The Dubstep Production Bible doesn't seem to mention it, but if I wanted to be mainly a D&B/dubstep/hip-hop producer, would it be a better idea to use hardware or software? If hardware, what do you recommend? Thanks.
Software all the way. It is cheaper, more flexible and more portable.
Some things like convolution can only be done in the digital domain. Analogue kit is regularly emulated accurately.
Also, editing samples is infinately easier on a computer as you can zoom in and see what you are doing.
Arranging your music is also easier using standard computer sequencers.
Only buy hardware if you a) grew up using it, b) are seriously into music production, c) have money to waste/spare and d) are absolutely sure that your kit will make it into your workflow.
If you like the 'feel' of hardware, I'd recommend buying several midi controllers to integrate with your software setup, ultimately giving you the best of both worlds.
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Thu Sep 24, 2009 4:21 am
by fiziks
Start with software, then add some hardware bits later if you want. At a minimum get a soundcard so you can sample vinyl or xbox or whatever you feel like sampling. Plus, most cards have midi if you wanna hand edit parameters with a midi controller. Editing with software is insanely easier, along with sequencing. Although, some synths (pure analog in particular) and especially something like a rhodes organ just can't be emulated with software. But, yeah, starting out with software is the best way to go, generally.
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Fri Sep 25, 2009 2:03 am
by tkun
Last question, what's the best software for someone new to creating electronic music?
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Fri Sep 25, 2009 9:34 am
by futures_untold
Hamvst is really good for making dubstep. It's really easy to use and it's free.
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Thu Oct 01, 2009 2:45 pm
by selophaine
I posted something from this site a little while ago but felt it was in the wrong place. Anyway, here's a link to a ton of free vsts. Last updated march 2008 but most of them are still kickin'.
http://www.kubton.com/freeplugins.html
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Thu Oct 01, 2009 4:40 pm
by tkun
Thanks again guys!
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Sun Oct 04, 2009 11:23 pm
by last & least
futures_untold wrote:Hamvst is really good for making dubstep. It's really easy to use and it's free.
i love this your evil yet helpful at the same time.....
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Mon Oct 19, 2009 7:37 am
by phrex
the links of the bible don't work anymore guys...
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Mon Oct 19, 2009 11:36 am
by futures_untold
vulvavibration wrote:the links of the bible don't work anymore guys...
Which links? We'll see if we can fix 'em
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Mon Oct 19, 2009 12:13 pm
by phrex
i've tried subbass, maybe more of 'em don't work...
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Mon Oct 19, 2009 12:20 pm
by phrex
it's working now...
i'm sure it was the devil himself who fucked up the link. but god almighty has defeated the dubstep bible!
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Sun Nov 01, 2009 9:23 am
by rbnc
futures_untold wrote:
Arranging your music is also easier using standard computer sequencers.
Only buy hardware if you a) grew up using it, b) are seriously into music production, c) have money to waste/spare and d) are absolutely sure that your kit will make it into your workflow.
If you like the 'feel' of hardware, I'd recommend buying several midi controllers to integrate with your software setup, ultimately giving you the best of both worlds.
When I read your posts, 100% of the time you know your shit. But I disagree.
Firstly most people when using a hardware analogue synth arrange on their computer and send the sequence via MIDI let the synth do the hardwork, which is actually kinder on your CPU.
Also for analog synths for the most part haven't yet been accurately emulated yet. There's a reason people shell out thousands for these things!
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Fri Nov 13, 2009 8:51 am
by EVOLUTIONZ
Motu 24 io
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Tue Nov 17, 2009 10:28 pm
by .kay
so when's the Sidechain Compression part coming up
?
I'd really like to hear how different people squash thier tracks...
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Wed Dec 09, 2009 1:15 pm
by hcstnfrd
It'd be awesome if we could compile a list of sampling sites. Being fairly n00b myself, I've waded through loads of searches and bunk websites to turn up with a handful of decent samples/loops.
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Fri Dec 18, 2009 10:04 am
by fuckoff
.kay wrote:so when's the Sidechain Compression part coming up
?
I'd really like to hear how different people squash thier tracks...
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Fri Dec 18, 2009 3:01 pm
by daft cunt
fuckoff wrote:.kay wrote:so when's the Sidechain Compression part coming up
?
I'd really like to hear how different people squash thier tracks...
Side chaining comp is not about squashing tracks, it's rather used as a creative effect.
Tbh I don't think we need these threads anyway, just google side chain compression + your daw's name or have a look at this if you're looking for compression techniques (the 3rd link is about mixcompression) :
http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/sep09/a ... deeasy.htm
http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/sep09/a ... yaudio.htm
http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/may08/a ... ession.htm
http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/dec00/a ... ession.htm
http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/jan01/a ... vanced.asp
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Sat Jan 16, 2010 3:58 am
by deadly_habit
.kay wrote:so when's the Sidechain Compression part coming up
?
I'd really like to hear how different people squash thier tracks...
if reminded when sober i can do up one, though i rarely use it in dubstep
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Tue Jan 19, 2010 12:33 am
by .kay
thanx for the reply.
I've been looking into side chaining a lot, in SOS, gearslutz forum etc. and have used it in many tracks, but it's kind of a generic thing in house/hip-hop/d'n'b so I wondered if there are things to make you swing when making dubstep...
Re: The Dubstep Production Bible (updated 2009-06-03)
Posted: Tue Jan 26, 2010 6:09 am
by deadly_habit
.kay wrote:
thanx for the reply.
I've been looking into side chaining a lot, in SOS, gearslutz forum etc. and have used it in many tracks, but it's kind of a generic thing in house/hip-hop/d'n'b so I wondered if there are things to make you swing when making dubstep...
def is used in alot of my fave new tunes dubstep wise.
picking up a pro vla 2morrow so finally have a proper tube compressor to use