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Ausgabe 03/2025

The 101 Most Underestimated Producer Tricks – in Beat 03/25 As producers, we‘re constantly experimenting with techniques to get the perfect sound. But while sidechaining and parallel compression are often in the spotlight elsewhere, we reveal the really crucial secret tricks that make a big difference in the mix. Get ready for secret recipes, mixing tools and the most underrated production techniques that will improve your sound quality, optimize your workflow and increase your motivation.

These techniques are the key to more creativity and productivity in the studio – a must for every serious producer! 101 Producr Hacks That No One Else Reveals Sidechain, parallel compression, from loop to track and so on... all run-of-the-mill tips that you‘ve probably gotten tired of. That‘s why we‘re going to look at the real insider tips that no one else dares to mention. Maybe because they sound banal or aren‘t technically explainable?

The fact is: they come straight from everyday studio life and they work. So let’s go! Here are pages of producer tricks that you (most likely) haven‘t found anywhere else... Software highlight: FireSonic FireCharger – The first self-thinking exciter Whether you want to give old recordings more freshness, bring vocals and instruments to the foreground or give your mix more bite – FireSonic FireCharger will make your sound shine.

This software highlight from our friends at UnitedPlugins combines intelligent spectral dynamics processing with analog tape saturation; ideal for single tracks, mastering and creative sound experiments! Test: Behringer Model 15 – Moog Grandmother for Eurorack? Even if the name suggests otherwise, this is not a replica of the modular system of the same name, but Behringer was inspired by the Moog Grandmother. Instead of a keyboard, Model 15 comes as a Eurorack-compatible desktop synth and the analog spring reverb has been replaced by a digital version. Otherwise, the semi-modular offers two VCOs, ladder filters and a small but fine sequencer. Discovered: Ela Minus – “I love distortion in all its shapes“ Catchy, captivating melodies. Big, bouncing beats. Huge, anthemic choruses. DÍA by Ela Minus offers all of this. And yet, the Columbian producer‘s sophomore album is a Punk outburst disguised as a half-hour short Pop record, channelling massive distortion and burning sounds into a ferocious stream of energy.

Recorded mostly on the move and without any premeditation, this is a work of beauty and open wounds, of reaching out and introspection. Speedrum Kits #03: Erica LXR Drumsynth – LoFi and brutal in perfection The Erica LXR-02 is a refreshingly different drum synthesizer and covers virtual-analog drums and percussion as well as tough industrial sounds or weird lo-fi sounds. percussion as well as hard-hitting industrial sounds or weird lo-fi sounds. In addition to the wide sound palette, drum kit morphing is one of its highlights. This month you get 42 kits for our Speedrum BE drum sampler.