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8 Pieces of Equipment You Need to Start Producing Music

To jumpstart your music production journey, these are the crucial software and hardware tools you'll need to invest in.

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What Is MIDI and What Are MIDI Files?

MIDI is near-indispensable in the world of music production, yet it doesn't transmit any audio. So how exactly do MIDI files work?

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How to Connect Two Sets of AirPods to the Same Mac

If you and a friend want to listen to something together on a Mac, you don't have to share one set of AirPods. Instead, use this workaround.

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How to Edit Your MIDI Tracks in Logic Pro (and the Best Tools to Do So)

Edit your tracks to perfection and bring the digital sound to life with these MIDI editing tools in Logic Pro.

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Donner DMK25 Pro Mini Midi Controller: Knobs, Sliders, Keys, and Pads Galore

Stylish and compact, the DMK-25 offers everything you could need—and a helpful OLED screen. But the lack of software might put off beginners.

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MIDI Keyboard vs. MIDI Controller vs. Synthesizer: What's the Difference?

MIDI controllers, MIDI keyboards, and synthesizers might look similar, but they have different uses. Let's break it down.

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5 Different Ways to Use Your MIDI Keyboard

MIDI keyboards aren't only good for making melodies. Here are the different ways you can use this versatile device.

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7 Things You Should Know When Buying Your First MIDI Keyboard

Looking to expand your setup with a MIDI keyboard? Keep these things in mind before making a purchase.

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The Novation FLkey 37 Is the Best FL Studio Midi Controller You Can Buy

Novation finally brings a dedicated controller to FL Studio, and it adds some unique features to the signature build quality and workflow.

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10 MIDI Controllers You Can Build With an Arduino

This mega list covers some of the coolest Arduino MIDI controllers you can build right now.

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The 10 Best Arduino MIDI Projects for Beginners

Make music with your Arduino by hooking it up to one of these DIY MIDI instruments.

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How to Install MIDI Drivers on Windows 10

Are your MIDI instruments not playing ball? Here's how to install MIDI drivers on Windows 10.

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5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Using Your Keyboard as a MIDI Controller

Using your keyboard as a MIDI controller comes with tons of benefits, one of them being increased versatility.

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The 8 Best Music Making Apps for Your iPhone and iPad

Here are the best music making apps for iPhone and iPad that allow for music production wherever you go.

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The 7 Best Free DAWs for Mac

Here are the best free DAWs for Mac. These digital audio workstations have what you need to make professional-quality tracks.

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Move Over GarageBand: Making Music With Auxy for iPhone and iPad

Auxy treads a fine line between accessibility and power that makes it one of the best self-contained iOS music creation tools to date.

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How to Make a MIDI Controller with an Arduino

As a musician who has amassed a collection of musical instruments and noise boxes, the humble Arduino is the perfect tool to create a custom MIDI controller.

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Learn Guitar with Jamstik+

Before I tell you about this device, I should note that a month ago I had never picked up a guitar in my life. I didn't even know what a fret was.

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