Tech House

Seppa

Sub Bass Masterclass

One of the most challenging aspects of electronic music production is the bottom end of the mix. When producing any styles, but especially the louder or harder ones, a thorough understanding of bass frequencies is essential if you want to deliver a track with a professional sound that packs a punch whilst sounding clean and clear. Producertech’s resident Bass Music specialist has stepped up to create a comprehensive masterclass on the subject. With 15 years plus experience as a producer, record label boss and tutor, he brings a wealth of knowledge, conveyed in an articulate manner that’s easily accessible to all. If you want to learn what the frequencies at the bottom end entail, to understand how sub frequency fundamentals and harmonics are created and managed in various styles of popular music, this course is for you! The lessons go from the very top, with an explanation and analysis of bass frequencies, combining with various sound design examples that show how to make sub and full range bass patches on 2 of today’s most popular synths: Vital and Phaseplant. (All techniques are transferrable to other synths like Serum, Massive or DAW factory instruments.) Seppa then provides a module dedicated solely to the relationship between kick and bass, showing several different approaches to making them work harmoniously in the mix. The second half of the course then moves onto genre production, looking at how bass is handled in Dubstep, House and Drum & Bass. A number of different bassline approaches are included, with sustained sub bass patterns contrasting with longer, more melodic phrases with punchy transients, to show the differences between the two. The lessons then wrap up with a summary of sub levels on the master channel in all three styles, giving a guide to the main objectives to aim for. Enrolling on the course provides instant access to 5 hours of streamed tutorials, along with the projects and stems from the lessons, so you can more closely inspect the course material if you need to. Sign up now to start learning from the best, becoming a sub bass master and tightening up your mixes today!

£ 49 .95*

Simon Shackleton

Melodic Deep Tech House and Techno Mixdown (Part 3)

PART 3: MIXDOWN This tutorial series is an epic journey through the production of a Melodic Deep Tech House/Techno track, covering every aspect of the process along the way, from initial conception to final mixdown (this course is part 3, on mixing down, with creation of sounds and arranging covered in full in parts 1 and 2, respectively). Leaving no stone unturned, the producer Simon Shackleton reveals all of the sound design, audio editing, effects processing, music theory and mixing techniques, so that students receive all the knowledge required to produce professional quality music of their own. Simon Shackleton has been producing professionally for 25 years, going under aliases such as Lunatic Calm, Zodiac Cartel and Elite Force. His music has received support by DJs across the globe and been featured in films like ‘Charlie’s Angels’ and ‘The Matrix’. Renowned for his meticulous nature, eloquence and ability to produce heavy but musical dancefloor tracks, Simon is the ideal tutor for this course. In the first part, Simon provides a thorough guide to the creation of every part in the track, from drums, bass and leads, to vocals, pads and FX. An assortment of Loopmasters samples are used for the job, carefully sculpted and layered together, with occasional synths employed for melodic parts. Part 2 then continues the journey, with a detailed look at working the parts into a full-on organic arrangement, which is mixed down in part 3. THIS COURSE IS PART 3, TAKING A COMPREHENSIVE LOOK AT MIXING DOWN THE FINAL ARRANGEMENT. Signing up to the course gives immediate 24/7 access to the streamed tutorials, as well as the Live project from the course, whilst users of all music software can benefit from the 130MB pack of bonus audio samples. Before signing up, check out the free sample module and listen to the track from the course on the Producertech SoundCloud page, for examples of the high standard of tutorial and music quality you can expect from the course. Sign up today to jumpstart your production skills and get on the road to creating Melodic Deep Tech House or Techno anthems of your own!

£ 29 .95*

Producertech

Mainroom Future House Production

Combining rolling basslines and heavy beats with vibrant melodies and pounding chords, Future House has become one of the most prominent styles in modern Electronic Dance Music, and the contrasts with light and dark are no better represented than with Ukrainian duo Cyborgs. On this course, they show how samples from their recent Loopmasters pack, along with a smattering of sound design, can be artfully combined into a winning arrangement, with all the necessary components to deliver an engaging breakdown and satisfying drop. Going right from the very beginning, the initial tutorials show how all of the main elements are constructed, including a slamming drum groove, dynamic bassline and catchy chord progression. These parts are woven together into a main drop section, then embellished with additional melodic lines, brass, vocals and FX. Parts are made in a variety of ways, such as sample manipulation and editing, as well as designing from the ground up with synths. The second half of the course moves on to the breakdown, which introduces the harmony from the drop, whilst building tension and energy, with supporting rhythms and FX. Melodic parts are again created from scratch, or taken from the drop section and edited to help unify the arrangement and smooth transitions as the song develops. After some final tweaks, the mix and arrangement are completed and some mastering is carried out, largely with Ozone 8. The track is made in FL Studio and uses an assortment of 3rd party plugins, including Serum and Avenger soft synths, but all techniques can be easily transferred over to whatever DAW you use. Signing up gets you immediate access to the streamed tutorials, plus the FL Studio project and a bonus pack of Future House samples to download and use in your music. Check out the free sample lesson and listen to the track on the Producertech SoundCloud page, before signing up and being on your way to producing quality Future House of your own.

£ 29 .95*

Simon Shackleton

Melodic Deep Tech House and Techno Production Part 1

This tutorial series is an epic journey through the production of a Melodic Deep Tech House/Techno track, covering every aspect of the process along the way, from initial conception to final mixdown (this course is part 1, with arranging and mixing covered in full in parts 2 and 3 respectively). Leaving no stone unturned, the producer Simon Shackleton reveals all of the sound design, audio editing, effects processing, music theory and mixing techniques, so that students receive all the knowledge required to produce professional quality music of their own. Simon Shackleton has been producing professionally for 25 years, going under aliases such as Lunatic Calm, Zodiac Cartel and Elite Force. His music has received support by DJs across the globe and been featured in films like ‘Charlie’s Angels’ and ‘The Matrix’. Renowned for his meticulous nature, eloquence and ability to produce heavy but musical dancefloor tracks, Simon is the ideal tutor for this course. In the first part, Simon provides a thorough guide to the creation of every part in the track, from drums, bass and leads, to vocals, pads and FX. An assortment of Loopmasters samples are used for the job, carefully sculpted and layered together, with occasional synths employed for melodic parts. Part 2 then continues the journey, with a detailed look at working the parts into a full-on organic arrangement, which is mixed down in part 3. THIS COURSE IS PART 1, GOING FROM AN EMPTY PROJECT TO A 64-BAR SEQUENCE, CONTAINING ALL THE SOUNDS IN THE TRACK. PARTS 2 AND 3 COMING LATER THIS SUMMER... Signing up to the course gives immediate 24/7 access to the streamed tutorials, as well as the Live project from the course, whilst users of all music software can benefit from the 130MB pack of bonus audio samples. Before signing up, check out the free sample module and listen to the track from the course on the Producertech SoundCloud page, for examples of the high standard of tutorial and music quality you can expect from the course. Sign up today to jumpstart your production skills and get on the road to creating Melodic Deep Tech House or Techno anthems of your own!

£ 29 .95*

Producertech

Classic House Production and Sound Design

Maison Records owner Ian Bland returns to Producertech to deliver another course on constructing a classic house track from scratch, this time in Logic Pro. Using almost exclusively Logic’s built-in instruments and effects, Ian shows how to design bass grooves, leads, pads, vocals and more, then arrange and mix them into a professional-sounding track. The completed track, ‘Living for the Moment’, which has now been released on Rebel Eye under his alias Dancing Divaz, is supplied with the course in mastered and pre-mastered format. Ian also goes under aliases Hollywood Hills, Quake, Dejure, Blandy and many others, releasing on a host of popular labels, as well as his own label Maison Records. His impressive discography includes remixes for Queen and Prince, and dates right back to his formation of legendary rave outfit Dream Frequency in 1990! On the course, Ian shows how to design and sequence every one of the musical parts, including grooving bass, stabbed synth and organ chords, sustained strings and vocals, using Logic’s EXS24, ES2, Alchemy, B3 and Retro Synth. This allows students to see how each part of a house track can be created from the ground up, without relying heavily on samples. Once all parts have been produced, Ian then builds his arrangement, spending a decent amount of time on each section, so you’ll learn how to maintain continuity and interest throughout the track. Finally, levels are balanced and effects applied, to ensure the end result is comparable to other professional releases in the genre. Signing up to the course gets you instant 24/7 access to over 5-hours of tutorials, for as long as you need, plus all the Logic projects from the course and a 100MB bonus pack of house samples from Loopmasters. Before signing up, check out the free sample module and listen to the completed track on the Producertech SoundCloud page.

£ 29 .95*

Paul Maddox

Techno & Tech House Production in Live 9

This course is a must-see for anyone wanting to learn the secrets of Techno or Tech House production in Ableton Live. The lessons provide a thorough, in-depth guide to constructing a banging dancefloor filler, from one of the most respected producers of the last decade, Paul Maddox.With numerous releases under his own name and also his co-productions as Spektre, on labels like Data, Positiva, Tidy and Viscious, his tracks have seen support from revered DJs such as Carl Cox, Richie Hawtin and James Zabiela. On this course, Paul shares the secrets of his success, uncovering his methodical and clever approach to producing slamming techno and house.Accompanying the lessons is a download pack containing the Live set made throughout the course, as well as a huge pack of free bonus samples.Check out the track 'Let You Go', constructed throughout the course, before you sign up.

£ 39 .95*

DJ Santé

The Making of 'Do You Wanna 808'

Producertech Presents a course that uncovers the secrets behind making a classic house track, by one of Berlin's hottest up and coming DJs and Producers, Santé. This series of tutorials were shot live in Santé's studio and guide you through how to use Ableton Live to construct the hit record 'Do You Wanna 808' on Desolat, showing how to sequence the beats, make the bassline and then how to arrange, mix and process all the parts, creating both mastered and pre-mastered versions of the song. In addition to the lessons, the course also comes with a selection of loops from Santé's Groove Essentials Loopmasters sample pack, including drums, bass, tops, music and FX.Check out 'Do You Wanna 808' below before signing up.

£ 19 .95*

Andy Lee

House Production in Logic Pro

Producertech Presents a great course for anyone wanting to know how to make house in Logic, brought to you by Andy Lee - a professional producer and creator of numerous award-winning sample packs on Loopmasters.In this course, Andy takes you through each of the main stages of making a track, from the initial groove creation, right through to processing and bouncing the final master.In addition to the lessons, the course also comes with the Logic Projects made in the lessons, written notes with further tips and suggestions and a large bonus pack of loops and samples. Before signing up, listen to the track from the course on the media tab. Logic Pro X Owners - Although tutorials were made with version 9, all techniques are still applicable to version X.

£ 19 .95*

Paul Maddox

Bundle - Complete Techno Production Collection

Jumpstart your techno-production journey with this high-energy bundle from awesome producer Paul Maddox. With numerous label releases and support from huge DJs including techno legend Richie Hawtin, you can trust Paul's wealth of experience as he takes you through the process of creating two dance-floor destroying, absolutely slamming Techno tracks.

£ 54 .95*

Martin Eyerer

Martin Eyerer Creates Tech House in Live

Producertech invites you to join DJ and producer Martin Eyerer in his Berlin studio, as he creates a deep and grooving tech house track from scratch. The course gives you the chance to watch an established producer at work, and benefit from his vast amounts of production experience in the electronic music industry. Martin Eyerer is a hugely respected name in the tech house scene, with over 100 releases on some of the worlds hottest labels including Renaissance, Get Physical, Saved and his very own Kling Klong imprint. His career has spanned over 20 years and his seen him DJ in the far corners of the globe. Aside from this, Martin also has a background in mixing and mastering, having run an analog studio for over 15 years. The tutorials give a real insight into Martin’s production methods, showing the ‘engineer’s approach’ to creating electronic music. He begins by making the individual elements of the track, which include a thumping kick, bass, arpeggios, and chords, all the while mixing each sound as he goes. Once all the elements are in place, Martin then proceeds to create an arrangement, sharing with you his extensive knowledge on how to structure a tech house record with effective builds and drops that are guaranteed to set any dancefloor alight. The course is available to stream immediately after purchase, and can be watched 24/7/365. Alongside the tutorials are 100MB of bonus tech house samples, courtesy of Loopmasters. For more information, check the trailer and sample mod on the media tab

£ 24 .95*

Producertech

Bundle - Paul Maddox Complete Collection

Paul Maddox is one of Producertech's most prolific tutors, having produced a high quality selection of techno- and house- focused courses over the last few years. This bundle combines four of his most popular courses, offering them at a discounted rate. The included tutorials will give you a deep insight into the world of techno and house production, with over 9 hours of video content, as well as a range of extras such as Live Templates and Loopmasters samples to work with. Techno and Tech House Production in Live 9 This course is a must-see for anyone wanting to learn the secrets of Techno or Tech House production in Ableton Live. The lessons provide a thorough, in-depth guide to constructing a banging dancefloor filler, covering everything from drums and sound design to automation and FX. Mainroom Techno Production in Live Jumpstart your techno production journey with this course, focusing on a more hard-edged mainroom techno sound. The earlier modules show the creation of a rumbling techno groove, before later videos show how the track can be taken in two directions - with the addition of an atonal modular lead in one arrangement, and a more melodic vinyl piano stab in the other. House and Techno Groove Production Masterclass This comprehensive course focuses specifically on creating the solid foundations for any dance music track, the groove. The video tutorials teach you how to create grooves in 5 distinct styles: Deep House Neapolitan Techno European Tech House Disco House Experimental Techno The course comes with 5 separate Live Template Projects, allowing you to access instant track setups and custom-built live racks. Pro Techno Tips and Tricks - 'Catacomb’ Walk-through As one half of production and DJing duo Spektre, Paul has released a slew of hit records over the years, and these tutorials walk you through one of Spektre’s latest releases - ‘Catacomb’. He starts off by dissecting the drums and low frequency bass elements, before proceeding to guide you through the rest of the track, taking a look at the uplifting chords, trance-inspired breakdowns and atmospheric vocals that make ‘Catacomb’ such a dancefloor weapon. For more information, be sure to check out the individual course pages, where you can view sample modules and read module descriptions. All the courses are available to stream 24/7/365, immediately after purchase.

£ 89 .95*

Producertech

Bundle - Ableton House Producer Collection

A massive collection of House courses from some of today's hottest producers, including Martin Eyerer, Paul Maddox and Santé. In nearly 20 hours of tutorials, you'll learn the foundations for making a solid groove, as well as a huge amount of sound design, mixing and production techniques for creating your own professional-sounding tracks. The bundle provides access to streamed tutorials from every course, plus all the accompanying downloadable materials, such as Live projects, presets and bonus samples. For more information, check out the individual course pages and free sample modules from each course.

£ 169 .95*

Paul Maddox

House and Techno Groove Production Masterclass

Producertech tutor Paul Maddox returns with this comprehensive course focused specifically on creating the solid foundations for any dance music track, the groove. With a successful career under a variety of aliases including Azure, Olive Grooves and Spektre (with Filthy Rich), Paul has a wealth of knowledge ready to share. The course is broken down into five different popular styles: Deep House, Neapolitan Techno, Tech House, Disco House and Experimental Techno. Paul goes into great depth explaining the rhythmic and sonic characteristics of each style, before showing you how to build the grooves from the ground up. The videos are packed full of useful tips on programming, effects processing and overall workflow that will not only improve your ability to make professional-sounding grooves, but also enhance your knowledge of Ableton Live. Accompanying the videos are the 5 groove projects for each respective style, giving you access to all the track setups and Live racks in the templates Paul creates. This means you can start manipulating or adding to them right away to have an instant starting point for your own house or techno track. The course is available to stream immediately after purchase, with unrestricted 24/7/365 access, and comes with 100MB of bonus samples. For more information and to watch the free sample module, check out the media tab.

£ 39 .95*

Producertech

Tribal and Tech House Production in Live

With almost thirty years in the UK's dance music scene, Ian Bland a.k.a Blandy has an incredible wealth of knowledge in all things music and production. Blandy, who now owns Maison Records which releases House and Prog House bangers, is here to take you through the production of a huge Tribal/Tech House track in this superb course that spans almost four hours. Beginning with the sound design, Blandy comprehensively describes the creation of the drums, bass, percussion, vocals, synth parts and exciting stabs and sweeps. Next, Blandy discusses his approach to setting out the track with a detailed section on arrangement. In the final section of the course, Blandy demonstrates his detailed and effective mixing and mastering style and compares the completed track to commercial examples. The course is available immediately after purchase and comes complete with the Live project and 100MB of bonus samples, courtesy of Loopmasters. To learn more about the course and Blandy's high-energy teaching style, check out the trailer and sample modules now!

£ 39 .95*

Producertech

Building a House Anthem - Reconstructing 'Maasai'

Called 'New Names to Watch' by Pete Tong earlier in the year, OC & Verde have become firmly in the limelight of the House scene, with their recent productions smashing the charts and receiving praise and support from a long list of A-list DJs. In this set of tutorials, the pair reconstruct one of their best known tracks, 'Maasai', which spent several weeks at number 1 on Beatport and lead to a host of DJ gigs around the world. As the tutorials progress, they lay down more and more of the core elements, explaining the thought processes and methodology behind each one, as well as any mixing considerations. After a basic drop and breakdown are formed, they start to build the arrangement, embellishing it with additional melodic sounds and FX as they go, showing the art to maintaining the energy and interest required to keep the dancefloor going. The remaining lessons then explain in detail how the different sections of the track were constructed, to demonstrate how each part develops throughout the song and ensure a DJ has the devastating drops they need! As well as the streamed tutorials, the course comes with MIDI files of the main melodic and rhythmic sounds that can be dragged into any music software, as well as 150MB of bonus house samples, so there are plenty of materials for students to play with. Before signing up, check out the sample modules on the course page for an example of the course content, and listen to 'Maasai' to hear the track that the pair recreate.

£ 24 .95*