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Where does the beginner begin?
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Kane
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Posted : Oct 13, 2006 03:13
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I'd reccommend getting your hands on basic sequencers like FL Studio or maybe Reason, and learning as much as you can about that software..
Start to emulate tracks that you like and that you've listened to so that you learn production tricks, get to know about sound controls and filters, and so forth..
Otherwise hang out in the isra equipment section all day and you'll pick up a ton..
The MOTHER OF ALL threads are always a good device..helped me a lot in earlier days..
Good luck!
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Kane
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Posted : Oct 13, 2006 03:14
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I just realized..I gotta ask because of someone I met there..
Were you at the Gaian Mind Festival in Pennsylvania this summer?
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MedicineMan
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Posted : Oct 13, 2006 07:25
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well funny story. i'm in missouri, usa. i'm not from Malta. I saw Malta and i thought weed. so :| if i could change my flag i would. sry for misleading. |
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Freeflow
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Posted : Oct 13, 2006 09:05
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MedicineMan - go to "InSearch - Profile - Flag picture" 
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Kane
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Posted : Oct 13, 2006 13:34
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On 2006-10-13 07:25, MedicineMan wrote:
well funny story. i'm in missouri, usa. i'm not from Malta. I saw Malta and i thought weed. so :| if i could change my flag i would. sry for misleading.
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I met someone from Missouri at a festival in PA this summer, I was asking if its you..
So were you at the Gaian Mind fest? |
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Yellow Warrior
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Posted : Oct 13, 2006 13:52
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On 2006-10-12 16:33, makus wrote:
Yellow Warrior forgets about br0d all the time =)
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Ah Yes, BrOD! 
Music theory - there was a super discussion going on between BukBoy and some other intellects.
Sorry can't remember the name but Look for a recent thread started by Bukboy. Some great stuff in there.
I also got a load of old threads somewhere. if i get my hands on them will post them her for sure.
Oh, just remembered, look for sub conscious mind's website. He has useful info there.
Also, check Psy-Forum.com. Great threads there as well!!
Fuzzikitten (where is this guy anyway?!?! ) posted some nice stuff. Look for his threads.
Again, Good Luck mate!!!!
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Colin OOOD
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Posted : Oct 13, 2006 14:55
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Yellow Warrior
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Posted : Oct 13, 2006 15:32
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On 2006-10-13 14:55, Colin OOOD wrote:
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On 2006-10-13 13:52, Yellow Warrior wrote:
Also, check Psy-Forum.com. Great threads there as well!!
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It's http://www.psy-forum.co.uk, I think you'll find
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Sorry Chief!
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MedicineMan
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Posted : Oct 13, 2006 16:23
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Nah sry m8, i wasn't at the Gaian Mind Festival. what is it? i'll go. let me know. we could me up there next year.
Again, everyone, thank you for such awesome help. Thank you and keep it coming |
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MedicineMan
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Posted : Oct 17, 2006 00:30
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I hate to sound extremely retarded or helpless, but i'm having such a hard time as a beginner, where to begin. i feel that i could read tutorials and whatnot all day, and not figure it out 
Please help me be less confused. |
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Cardinals Cartel
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Posted : Oct 17, 2006 03:00
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On 2006-10-12 02:55, 0hz wrote:
i would advice to start with cubase, its a complicated sequencer for a beginner
get cubase sx 3
new soundcard. good soundcard.
also get a midi controller keyboard so that you can play with vst instruments not using your mouse.
and if you really serious about music production then i would advice you to go to sound engineering school, you dont have to..you can learn eveything you need without the school but the prosses will be longer.
take it slow and learn as much as you can.
if you really serious about this then you have a few loooooong years ahead of you...
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"Where does the beginner begin" ? .
In the beginning .. No ?
Start here ..
http://forum.isratrance.com/viewtopic.php/topic/97634/forum/2
Good luck !
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MedicineMan
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Posted : Oct 17, 2006 03:29
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i really appreciate the help, thx cartel and everyone. i know there will be more questions |
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Yellow Warrior
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Posted : Oct 17, 2006 10:14
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Medicine man, you have enough info here to start man, Go for it!! Stop wasting time here and sit on that sequencer!!!
Read, fuck around with vsts, tweak, be a CHILD!!!!
Go Go Medicineman!!!
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MedicineMan
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Posted : Jan 24, 2007 21:59
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Update:
so i'm slowly grasping concepts of things and doing tutorials. I still haven't even tried to mix or eq anything because i feel i dont have adaquate speakers or soundcard to do so, but i'm just working on general concepts of things.
I've hit a stump, and i want you all to help me pull it out (the figurative stump that is).. Please.
I've got a 2 bar loop going with drums laid down and a bassline (thanks to Mike A's tut), but i dont know what to do for a melody or lead or anything. That's the figurative stump i'm talking about.
Are they just one note with effects? I listen to music like Shpongle, Hallucinogen, OOOD, Astral Projection everyday and i just feel like i'm not grasping something. I turn to you guys for your help and tutorial guidance on something to set me in the path to finding my answers.
Just another quick question, does playing the keyboard really help? as silly as it's going to sound I want to maximize my musical output. would lessons be something i should consider? |
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Colin OOOD
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