Genx Beats Blog

Rap/Vocals

How to improve your rap flow

Practice makes perfect.

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Beat Selling Site

I want to sell exclusive beats, but I can’t find customers.

Struggling to find customers for exclusive beats is a common challenge faced by many beat makers. Here are some strategi...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beat Selling Site

Beatmaker Mindset

What to do if I have lost my passion for beatmaking?

If you've lost your passion for beatmaking, here are some methods you can try:1. Take a breakTo prevent burnout, try tak...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beatmaker Mindset

Beatmaker Mindset

Some people distribute the music they’ve created as royalty-free, but is that just pretending to be kind to others?

People who distribute their music royalty-free do so for various reasons. Some may want to share their work with more pe...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beatmaker Mindset

Beat Marketing

The Importance of Expressing Your Musical Identity in Words as a Beatmaker

As a beatmaker, being able to clearly express your musical identity in words is extremely important. Although music is n...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beat Marketing

Rap/Vocals

What to do when the beat gets in the way of the vocals

First, try lowering the volume of the beat. If that doesn't work, get stems from the beatmaker and use the stems to cont...

2025.02.03 2025.02.15 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Artwork Business

How can I apply a freemium model to my artwork business?

Free Offerings:Low-res watermarked art, social media previews, templates, or community access.Premium Content:High-res d...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Artwork Business

Beatmaking

Choosing the Perfect MIDI Controller for Beatmaking

Understand MIDI Controllers:Keyboard Controllers: For melodies and chords.Pad Controllers: Perfect for beats and samples...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beatmaking

Rap/Vocals

How to make your voice sound thicker in rap recordings

Apply delay, record an overlay, etc.

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

Why Rappers Should Let Go of Perfectionism

1. Limits Creative FreedomPursuing perfection restricts the ability to try new ideas and experiment. Sharing unfinished ...

2025.02.20 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Beat Selling Site

Please tell me about the forms of beat sales on BeatStars.

There are several types of sales formats for beats on BeatStars:

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beat Selling Site

Beatmaker Mindset

How to Reignite Your Passion for Beatmaking

Identify the Issue: Reflect on burnout, creative blocks, or negative feelings to address the root cause.Take a Break: Re...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beatmaker Mindset

Beatmaking

Embrace the Lo-Fi Sound with Retro Sampling Techniques

The evolution of technology has significantly transformed the tools and techniques of music production. However, there's...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beatmaking

AI Music

You don’t necessarily need to mention that the beat was created using AI.

I completely agree. In music production, there’s little necessity to reveal that something was made using AI. Here are t...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

AI Music

AI Music

As AI Music Evolves Further, Will It Become Harder to Make a Living as a Musician?

Indeed, with the rapid advancement of AI music generation technology, it's natural to wonder about the implications on t...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

AI Music

Beat Selling Site

The Importance of Branding in Beat Selling: How to Create a Brand that Stands Out in a Crowded Market and Attracts Loyal Customers

The beat selling industry has experienced a significant boom in recent years, with aspiring producers and beatmakers fin...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beat Selling Site

Beat Selling Site

What do you think about adopting a subscription model (membership system) for selling beats?

Implementing a subscription model (membership system) for selling beats has several advantages and disadvantages. Below ...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beat Selling Site

Beat Marketing

Beat Categorization

Effective categorization helps users find beats. Focus on:Genre: Define the style (e.g., Hip-Hop, R&B, Pop).Tempo: Speci...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beat Marketing

Beatmaker Mindset

Keeping the Rhythm: Staying Consistent in Beatmaking Amidst Challenges

IntroductionThe world of beatmaking can be a challenging one, a vast creative landscape that requires not only talent bu...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beatmaker Mindset

Beatmaker Mindset

Overcoming Boredom in Beatmaking

Beatmaking, a creative and technical field, can feel monotonous over time, often due to a lack of challenges. Here are k...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Beatmaker Mindset

Rap/Vocals

When recording 16 bars for a rap song, is it standard to record the entire 16 bars straight through? Or do you record it in chunks of 4 or 8 bars?

If I were to do it, I'd record it in parts, because I'm not that good. If you can do it in one take, that's the best, bu...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

Breaking Through the Noise: Navigating the Challenges of Music Streaming Services for Up-and-Coming Rappers

The music industry has changed dramatically over the past decade, with the rise of digital music streaming services tran...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

What is punch-in/out in rap recording?

Punch-in/out in rap recording refers to the technique of re-recording specific sections of a performance.

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

[Rap Recording] What’s the difference between the mic input and the line input on an audio interface?

The mic input is for microphones. The line input is for keyboards, synthesizers, mixers, etc. You can also record guitar...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

How to Use a Compressor When Mixing Rap Songs

Hmm. It depends on the voice quality and recording environment, so it's hard to say. It's best to try out different sett...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

Writing Lyrics as a Rapper: Why It’s Crucial to Avoid Future Regrets

For rappers, crafting their music is a profound expression of their identity. However, without careful consideration of ...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

When recording a rap, should you record standing up or sitting down?

I think it would be cooler if you recorded it standing up.

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

How to Increase the Stereo Sound of Your Voice in a Rap Recording

Use a stereo imager.

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

When recording raps, the center of the waveform shifts from the zero line. What should I do?

When recording rap vocals, if the waveform's center shifts away from the zero line, it indicates a problem known as DC o...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals

Rap/Vocals

Why Does My Voice Sound Great in My Head but Awful on a Recording?

Ever cringe at your recorded voice? You’re not alone—it’s common! The voice in your head includes internal resonance, ma...

2025.02.03 Genx Beats

Rap/Vocals