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  • Using Ableton Live 12’s Tuning System with External VST Instruments

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    Ableton Live 12 now includes a Tuning System, but can it only be used with instruments inside Ableton Live 12, or can it also be used with external VSTi’s?

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  • The Disadvantages of Not Releasing Your Music on Spotify

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    If you don’t release your music on Spotify, you lose major opportunities to gain new listeners, spread your music, and earn revenue. Since most people now listen to music via streaming services like Spotify, the disadvantages of not releasing your music there are much greater.

  • The sound of Korg Gadget is too clean and too Hi-Fi. What should I do?

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    The sound of Korg Gadget is too clean and too Hi-Fi. What should I do?

    When it comes to the sound of Korg Gadget being too clean and too Hi-Fi, here are some approaches you can consider:

    1. Crafting your sound design
      Korg Gadget comes with over 40 high-quality built-in synthesizers and drum machines, allowing you to instantly create desired sounds with sophisticated parameters. However, if you want to avoid sounds that are too clean and perfect, you can intentionally aim for a lo-fi sound. Utilize effects like filters and distortion to add appropriate grit and muddiness to the sound, achieving a more analog-like texture.
    2. Adjusting the mix and mastering
      It’s important to adjust the EQ and compressor of each track to balance the overall sound. Be careful not to raise the overall volume too much, and maintain an appropriate dynamic range. Applying tape saturation or vintage compressor emulations can also be a way to achieve a more organic sound.
    3. Utilizing external gear
      It can be an interesting experiment to output the sound from Korg Gadget to external devices to change the sound texture. Passing the sound through tape echoes, guitar amplifiers, or outboard EQs can enable you to create a retro and lo-fi sound.
    4. Referencing other tracks
      Choose reference tracks that are close to the sound you want to achieve and challenge yourself to see how close you can get with Korg Gadget. This should give you hints on how to craft your sound.

    In any case, how you utilize the high-quality sound of Korg Gadget is up to the creator. Pursue your ideal sound according to your genre and concept. “Dirtying up” a sound that is too perfect can be one of the joys of music production.

  • TikTok’s Impact on Beatmaking

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    TikTok has revolutionized beatmaking by making it accessible, trend-driven, and collaborative, with significant influence on the broader music industry.

    1. Accessibility: Tutorials and affordable tools empower anyone to create beats, fueling trends like lo-fi music.
    2. Viral Trends: Popular styles, such as trap drops, slowed reverb, and hyperpop, thrive through TikTok’s viral nature.
    3. Sampling Nostalgia: Producers remix nostalgic songs, movies, and TV shows, connecting with audiences across generations.
    4. Collaboration: Features like remixes and challenges foster creativity and a shared community.
    5. Short-Form Influence: TikTok’s format inspires punchy, engaging beats with strong hooks.
    6. Type Beats: Producers build brands by mimicking artist styles, attracting visibility and collaborations.
    7. Mainstream Reach: TikTok trends shape the music industry, leading to label attention and wider recognition.

    Conclusion
    TikTok’s fast-paced, global platform drives innovation in beatmaking, offering creators unprecedented opportunities to connect and influence music culture.

  • Is a Patreon subscription subject to the GPSR?

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    The Patreon subscription itself does not seem to be subject to the GPSR. However, if the perks provided through the subscription are “content” in the form of physical or digital products, that content would fall under the scope of the GPSR. Therefore, it is relevant.

  • I want to know why someone bought my beat.

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    Someone likely bought your beat for one or more of these reasons:

    1. Musical Appeal: A catchy melody, unique vibe, or standout sound.
    2. Production Quality: Polished mixing, clear vocals, and impactful elements.
    3. Emotional Connection: Evoked feelings or set a mood that resonated.
    4. Genre Fit: Aligned with current trends or specific genre needs.
    5. Versatility: Adaptable for various uses (songs, ads, videos).
    6. Competitive Pricing: Offered good value compared to others.
    7. Personal Connection: The buyer felt connected to the beat.
    8. Strong Branding: Your marketing, reputation, or presence inspired trust.

    It’s often a mix of these factors that drives a purchase.

  • Advantages and Disadvantages of Creating a Music NFT

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    Before diving into the advantages and disadvantages of creating a music NFT, let’s take a moment to define what NFTs are. NFTs are unique digital assets that are stored on a blockchain, making them impossible to duplicate or replicate. They are a type of cryptocurrency that represents ownership of a particular digital asset, such as an image, video, or audio file. The blockchain is a decentralized, secure, and transparent digital ledger that records every transaction of the NFT.

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  • How the Price of Music NFTs is Determined: Factors Influencing the Value of Digital Music Ownership

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    The emergence of NFTs (non-fungible tokens) has created a new market for digital assets, including music. Music NFTs have become increasingly popular among musicians, artists, and investors alike. In this article, we will explore how the price of music NFTs is determined.

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  • The Impact of Music NFTs on Copyright: A Shift in Thinking

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    Copyright has been an essential aspect of the music industry for decades, as it helps protect the intellectual property rights of musicians and composers. However, the recent emergence of music Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) has caused a shift in the way people think about copyright. NFTs have provided artists with a new way to monetize their work and have raised questions about the ownership and control of music. This article explores how the emergence of music NFTs is changing the way people think about copyright.

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  • How to Make a Music NFT: A Step-by-Step Guide to Monetizing Your Music in the Blockchain Era

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    Music NFTs, or non-fungible tokens, have become increasingly popular in recent years as a way for musicians and artists to monetize their work and connect with their fans in new and exciting ways. NFTs are unique digital assets that are stored on a blockchain, which is a decentralized digital ledger that records transactions in a secure and transparent manner. In this article, we will discuss how to make a music NFT, from creating the music to minting the NFT, creating a crypto wallet and selling it to buyers.

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