The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Music Production (Get Started Making Music!)
This is Part 2 of my beginner's guide to music production.
In this video, I'll walk you through setting up your project, using MIDI instruments, composing a simple beat, and understanding the basics of the DAW interface.
If you're just starting out and feeling overwhelmed with all the music production tools out there, don't worry-I've got you covered.
Whether you have a MIDI keyboard or just your computer, you'll learn how to make music step-by-step using completely free tools!
✅ Topics Covered:
1) Setting up Waveform Free
2) Using MIDI and virtual instrument
3)Basic beat-making
00:00 - Intro
00:57 - What is a DAW?
02:07 - What is MIDI?
03:17 - Setting up & using the DAW
04:09- Composing a Basic Track
06:46 - What next & Outro?
💡 Free Plugins & Downloads:
Tracktion Waveform- https://www.tracktion.com/products/wa...
Spitfire LABS- https://labs.spitfireaudio.com/
📺 Haven't seen Part 1 yet?
Watch it here → • How To Make Music:Beginner's Guide!
📥 Need help installing Waveform?
I've added a separate tutorial for installation right here → • Tracktion Waveform Tutorial (Part 1) – Ins...
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🎧 Essential Gear for Your Home Studio
✔ Computer Requirements: Min 8GB RAM, SSD Storage (Mac/Windows)
✔ Best Budget Audio Interfaces (with Phantom Power):
👉 Focusrite Scarlett Solo - https://rb.gy/1r2r7f
👉Behringer U-PHORIA UMC22- https://rb.gy/6ivuoi
👉 M-Audio M-Track Solo -https://rb.gy/hbgdzy
✔ Best Budget Microphones (For Vocals & Instruments):
👉 Behringer C-1 Studio XLR Condenser- https://rb.gy/2mysn3
👉 AKG P120 -https://rb.gy/z5nomq
👉 Lewitt LCT-240 - https://bit.ly/4bJOoec
✔ Must-Have Accessories:
👉 Mic Stand & Pop Filter - https://bit.ly/4iavK1j
👉 XLR Cable (for connecting mic to interface)- https://bit.ly/4iggakP
✔ Best Headphones for Home Studio:
👉 Audio-Technica ATH-M20x - https://bit.ly/41E9i9Q
👉 AKG K52 - https://bit.ly/4kBRyEL
✔ Best DAWs (Music Production Software):
🆓 Free Options:
👉 Cakewalk https://www.cakewalk.com/
👉Luna - https://shorturl.at/IQFHd
👉Traction- https://www.tracktion.com/
💰 Paid Options:
👉FL Studio -https://www.image-line.com/
👉Logic Pro - https://www.apple.com/in/logic-pro/
👉Ableton Live -https://www.ableton.com/en/
👉Cubase- https://www.steinberg.net/cubase/
✔ DIY Acoustic Treatment (For Better Sound):
👉 Foam Panels- https://shorturl.at/98myE
👉 Use Thick Blankets, Rugs, or Mattresses to Reduce Echo
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Music Used:
On Repeat
Music: https://www.bensound.com
License code: 0T3WEQCDANZNN64G
Scream Villian
Royalty-Free Music: Bensound.com/royalty-free-music
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Soft Vibes
Music I Use: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-f...
License code: 919OXENKQYOEIQRR
Entenca
Music: bensound.com
License code: FFMFOYDEW2WO2ASX
Sway
Music: Bensound
License code: 6IC7BEHLUKT9GBFB
By My Side
Music I use: Bensound
License code: ZTR1QOLHWPLTIB9Y