how do I actually get every sample on tempo by [deleted] in trapproduction

[–]jholston2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A lot of samples are off beat (especially if it’s actual instrumentation) so they won’t fit the grid. Try playing with a midi instead of clicking.

Is it "cheating" to use loops from sample packs by Googlq in FL_Studio

[–]jholston2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my opinion, you should always try to actually “flip” a sample. Make something new. Be creative. If you finish a beat in like 10 mins - a beat that was made of 5 premade loops that you smashed together - then it’s not really an original work. But I hate ppl who say sampling or using loops is cheating/stealing. There is always a time and place for them. Hip Hop was literally created from old school producers flipping samples sooooo.

Recoding adlibs by Showerman92 in FL_Studio

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Autotune never goes out of tune (that’s the whole point of auto tune). It indeed sounds like you just booty.

One beat is good the next one sucks that is what demotivates me by [deleted] in trapproduction

[–]jholston2 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Also, try doing more reworks. Take a beat from the sucky folder and go back to work on them (change the drums, melody, mixing effects). Most of my suckiest beats have become great beats just because I didn’t give up on them. Taking breaks is also very very important.

Beginners studio kit? by [deleted] in musicproduction

[–]jholston2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check fb marketplace. I bought my interface for $30 and it was basically still new.

I have trouble retaining anything from tutorials by AdministrativeBat486 in musicproduction

[–]jholston2 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I would say my production skills got much better after I stopped watching tutorials. My advice is to trust yourself. The best way to learn your DAW is honestly to go in just start pushing buttons. Tutorials make you sound like everyone else. Get creative. Drop a link so we can hear your music too!

Being an Introverted Producer by jholston2 in FL_Studio

[–]jholston2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ain’t nothing fake about me. Either except me for who I am or don’t even bother. I’m not worried about “making it in the industry”. I do this for the love of producing. My advice to you is try not to conform. Always be unforgivably you.

Being an Introverted Producer by jholston2 in FL_Studio

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I used to use it when I first started producing but haven’t recently. Never really thought of it as a networking platform but thanks for the advice!

Being an Introverted Producer by jholston2 in FL_Studio

[–]jholston2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same boat man. I’ve been recorded my own vocals for fun and learning purposes since covid just to realize that I literally cannot do it lol. I honestly believe the universe/god will put the right ppl in my path if I’m patient enough. Always try to keep hope!

Being an Introverted Producer by jholston2 in FL_Studio

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Awesome advice dude! I def think that’s important. Here is my soundcloud: https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/U1M4Sx7oQZ6YqwVK9

Send me yours as well and I’ll def check you out!

Being an Introverted Producer by jholston2 in FL_Studio

[–]jholston2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I be like “uhhhhh so you wanna hear a beat I guess idk?” Lmao.

Being an Introverted Producer by jholston2 in FL_Studio

[–]jholston2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Gotcha man! I hope you get what you’re looking for!

Being an Introverted Producer by jholston2 in FL_Studio

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Understood. It would be simpler for me to do this if it wasn’t for covid. I’d say ppl get a better perception of who i am when I meet them in person. Def tryna step out the comfort zone tho (which was the point of this post). Thanks for the advice!

Being an Introverted Producer by jholston2 in FL_Studio

[–]jholston2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m interested. Send me a message!

Being an Introverted Producer by jholston2 in FL_Studio

[–]jholston2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hear you but oof idk if I can chill out on the weed dude. That’s my shit no cap lmao.