We’re excited to share that some of Spitfire Audio’s most beloved libraries are now available via Rent-to-Own on Splice. Spitfire Audio is the home of award-winning virtual instruments and sample libraries, recorded in pristine quality in the world’s finest recording studios like AIR and Abbey Road. With a deeply varied range of products from full […]
Spitfire Audio is Now Available via Rent-to-Own on Splice – Blog Read Post »
What is neo soul? Neo soul is a genre of music that emerged in the mid 1990s as a refreshing counterpoint to the increasingly polished sound of mainstream R&B. It offered something warmer and more personal—music steeped in live instrumentation, soulful storytelling, and a deliberate return to the emotional and musical depth of earlier eras.
What is Neo Soul? History, Artists, and Legacy – Blog Read Post »
Illustration: Franco Égalité Want to know the secret to recording flawless vocals? Spoiler alert: It’s vocal comping. Most vocalists don’t record songs in one take. That’s not to say that they can’t—countless singers put on seriously impressive live performances all the time. But when it comes to recording music, for many, impressive simply isn’t enough—the
Vocal Comping: The 4 Steps for How to Comp for Perfect Vocals – Blog Read Post »
Rob Grimaldi is a multi-platinum producer, songwriter, and A&R. With a massive list of collaborators including the likes of BTS, BLACKPINK, Martin Garrix, and Teddy Swims, Rob Grimaldi is responsible for hits including BTS’ “Butter” and BLACKPINK’s “Love to Hate Me.” Above, Grimaldi sat down with us to provide an intimate look into his creative
Rob Grimaldi (BTS, BLACKPINK) Shares His K-Pop Production Tips – Blog Read Post »
The Torso S-4 is a one-of-a-kind sculpting sampler with some of the quickest and most intuitive workflows across any hardware device. With its OS 2.0 update, the Torso S-4 unlocks a powerful set of new tools including macro controls, scene snapshots, varispeed recording, dynamic modulation, and more. In the in-depth guide above, we walk through
Torso S-4 Sculpting Sampler: A Complete Guide (with Examples) – Blog Read Post »
Before Splice, before DAWs, and before the MPC, there were turntables, a good ear, and a remarkable sense of rhythm. Sampling in hip hop didn’t start in a studio—it started at block parties in the Bronx. DJs like Kool Herc and Grandmaster Flash weren’t just playing records; they were looping drum breaks, using two turntables
Sampling in Hip Hop: The 4 Key Eras – Blog Read Post »
Trance music emerged from the rave culture of the late 1980s and solidified its identity in the early 1990s. While it derived its roots from house and techno, trance music distinguished itself through pulsating bass patterns and euphoric builds that transported its listeners. Where house and techno maintained their focus on hypnotic kicks, groovy basslines,
What is Trance Music? History, Artists, and Subgenres – Blog Read Post »
Reverb plugins are the bread and butter of vocal production. Whether you’re working on intimate folk vocals or creating ambient soundscapes out of your voice, you can’t season your mixes without it. You might have your go-to reverb plugins for synth pads and snare drums, but when it comes to vocals, one size doesn’t always
The 6 Best Reverb Plugins for Vocals (With Free Presets) – Blog Read Post »
