Producing Modern Metal

HiDERA | 05 October 2024 | 319MB

.: with Virtual Instruments :.

If you’re a fan of modern metal but you don’t play a stringed instrument or have access to the gear you need, this course is for you! Production guru Gary Hiebner shows you how to create incredible modern metal tracks using nothing but virtual instruments. A feat that was unheard of a decade ago, it’s now possible to realistically emulate all these sounds without ever strapping on a guitar or bass. You’ll learn invaluable tips on maximizing realism with MIDI tracks, most of which will be applicable in any genre, as well as arranging and mixing concepts along the way. These videos are for metal fans who want to create modern-sounding tracks using the tools they have available. Gary begins by providing a concise summary of the topics covered in the series, then delving into the various VIs he will utilize for drums, bass, guitars, and synths. Then it’s down to business, starting with the drums, where you’ll learn valuable information on selecting the appropriate kit, programming realistic parts, and editing velocities for increased authenticity. A demonstration follows, showing you how to route the individual drums to separate outputs for separate processing in the DAW.

LP: How to Record Edit & Mix Drums

HiDERA | 08 March 2025 | 288 MB

Curious about recording your own drums in Logic Pro but aren’t sure where to start? This is it! In this recording drums video course, Logic Pro wiz Stephen O’Connell will walk you through the process start to finish – from planning your session and selecting your mics all the way through editing, gating, processing, and more! Recording drums well is no small task, but this drum recording video course breaks down the topic into easy-to-understand concepts and techniques that are guaranteed to get great results. By the end of this Logic course, you’ll be ready to start tracking your own drums on your very next production! Stephen begins with a course overview, briefly discussing everything that’s going to be covered in the course so you’ll know what’s in store. Then it’s on to drum recording methods, where you’ll learn about various microphone techniques commonly used to record drums and the minimum amount of equipment you’ll need in order to do so. Stephen also shows you how to prepare for a drum recording session, including setting up the various tracks, using group controls, etc. Next, you’ll explore the subject of editing, including comping takes (selecting the best parts from each take), quantizing (moving mistimed hits closer to the beat), and taking advantage of Logic Pro’s tools for faster workflow. Once the rhythm’s all tidied up, Stephen turns his attention to phase, and you’ll discover two quick methods for correcting any issues that may arise.

Pigments 6 Update Explained®

HiDERA | 08 March 2025 | 118 MB

Join synth guru Larry Holcombe for a look at the newly updated Pigments 6 from Arturia. In this Pigments 6 video course, you’ll get a rundown of all the new features and improvements, clear explanations of how they work, and plenty of inspiring demonstrations to show what you can do with the new features. Whether it’s creating classic vocal effects with the new Vocoder effect, exciting new modulation possibilities with randomization, or the new Modal Engine, it’s all covered here! By the end of the course, you’ll be fully up to speed with all these new additions and will be ready to use them on your very next track. These Pigments 6 videos are designed for new users of Arturia’s Pigments version 6 virtual synthesizer. To begin, Larry welcomes you and briefly touches upon the new features before covering each in detail. He also shows how to select similar sounds using the machine learning feature within the preset browser, which can help quickly identify alternative sounds that are similar. Then it’s on to the Modal Engine, which is a new feature designed to mimic the response of various acoustic sound properties. You’ll learn about the Collision and Resonator settings, including how to excite the resonator with a drum beat by using the side-chain input. The Friction section is covered then, along with a demonstration of how to use the Modal Engine with modulation, reverb, and delay.

Pro-Q Explained TUTORiAL

HiDERA | 08 March 2025 | 273 MB

Join studio master Eli Krantzberg as he takes you through Fab Filter Pro-Q 2, 3 & 4, some of the most highly regarded equalizer plug-ins available. In this in-depth video tutorial series, you’ll learn everything you need to know about how to navigate and utilize this creative EQ in sound design, mixing, and even mastering. Eli begins with a walk through of the entire interface, showing you where all the main functions can be accessed. From there, he dives right into creative workflow tips, covering creation, selection editing, and soloing. More advanced functions are then explored, such as the new Keyboard Quantize feature, Spectrum Analyzer and Grab, and the EQ Match function. That leads into the new Tilt and Band Pass shapes, variable EQ functions, Mid/Side Processing options, Auto Gain, and the Natural Phase Processing Mode which matches the analog phase response of the source material. Next, Eli covers all the preset and display options in detail, and then wraps it all up with videos on the new Q 3 & 4 versions and all the new features and Functions.

Producing Amapiano Explained®

HiDERA | 14 December 2024 | 197 MB

Join veteran Groove3 instructor Gary Hiebner for a comprehensive course on producing a song in the Amapiano subgenre. This popular style, which originated in South Africa in the 2010s, combines elements of deep house, jazz, kwaito, and more in a unique and compelling way. You’ll learn about all the conventions and elements commonly found in this style, including instrumentation, arrangement, processing, and mixing ideas. By the end of this Amapiano production course, you’ll be well on your way to creating your first Amapiano hit! Gary starts off with an overview of the Amapiano genre, including its common features and what all will be covered in this course. Then it’s off to the races, and Gary begins by focusing first on programming a kick pattern, designing the kick sound, and adding a hi-hat pattern and a shaker. Then he finishes establishing the core drum track by adding snare, claps, and rimshot, the latter of which features a counter rhythm to generate musical interest.

Scene: Saffron KONTAKT

HiDERA | 07 March 2025 | 1.04 GB

Blendable cinematic textures in a simple, streamlined instrument.

Scene: Lotus KONTAKT 8

HiDERA | 07 March 2025 | 1.22 GB

Soundscapes that blossom

With Scene: Lotus, each sound tells a story. From the breathy shakuhachi and hichiriki to the delicate plucks of the koto, this compact scoring palette brings to life timeless instruments from Japan. Blend these with orchestral swells and radiant synths, using the XY pad to morph between textures and effects for evolving cinematic soundscapes that transition from serene to intense.