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i dont have a clue
all i know is that u have to install these different add-ons that can make the noises and drums. how do i get those lovely bases
ive just been using Magix Garage Edition and then used audacity to change add echo's etc.
what programs do i need to use???
my last attempt was
http://media.putfile.com/Systemwars

My advice is, start simple.. stay simple til you know it back to front, then get something new, repeat.

So the two most essential things to learn (imo) is sequencing and the basic fundamentals of synthesis. With a good grasp of these, you can then pretty much tackle anything with confidence.

One of the best pieces of software for beginners is "Reason". It is so good because it invests heavily in teaching you the 'standards' rather than their own bespoke UI that doesnt allow such easy migration to the more serious sequencers (Logic, Cubase etc).

Please bear in mind, at all times, that you will never reach 'your own sound' or any kind of creative actualization so long as you're relying on plug-ins for direction and guidance. Never get stuck in a 'cycling through presets looking for *that* sound' type rut.. demand MORE from what little equipment you have, push it as far as it can go.

resources:

http://www.geocities.com/SunsetStrip/Un ... nsynth.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Music_sequencer

Reason is mos' definitely a good place to start.

Lock yourself in the basement! You'll find your inspiration. A few things I did at first was to try to "recreate" other killer beats...just to help you learn the in's and out's of whatever program you're using. You'll find your "sound" in the process.

good luck!

[quote="ekstrak"]
about not relying on presets..... cycling through them like your name is Mr Livestrong......... demanding MORE from what little equipment you have, push it as far as it can go.

Hit the metaphorical nail on is't tiny wee head. Ouch it says.... ouch!

Reason for about a week-you'll soon be wanting Logic! It's big and scary though for a newbie. (Like a giant killer penguin with plasma cutters for it's eyes!)

Ludofuzz wrote: (Like a giant killer penguin with plasma cutters for it's eyes!)

They make good pets though...

Brap. Yeah never get caught up in the "more hardware" game.

More wares doesn't mean better music. It just means that you have more shit. Learn to use what you have. THen when things quit being fresh, add something new. Bro hit it on the head. I'm not a dubstep producer (yet) but it's the same thing for all kindof of electronic music. I don't know that I would recommend reason tho...

I would probably say FL Studio is a good place to start. Or Ableton's live.
They're both very easy to get into (but totally different).

If you're very serious, I'd say ableton's is the absolute best place to start as it is very much a pro multi track environment such as cubase or logic, just it's very easy to use and learn. You can learn synthesis within that environment as well.

Good luck!

But yeah definately - Learn synthesis. And learn how to use a multitrack environment. ekstrak's post is on the nail. Everything else is personal preference.

thanks alot i shall push forward.