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A Guide To Bonobo: Music Production Style, Tips, and Tricks

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8 Fun and Creative Things to Do With a Vocal Sample

The human voice is the most malleable sample around.

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The Synths That Defined Modern Music (And the Plugins That Recreate Them)

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  • Marco Alessi

    Marco Sebastiano Alessi is a writer and music producer. He's the founder of Naviar Records.

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    Sam Jeans is a freelance writer interested in the intersection of sound, tech, and culture, from music production techniques to new audio technologies.

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