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You want to make music, and you want to do it now with results you can take to clubs or sell to producers with pride, but not break the bank doing it. Well, let me tell you that there's now a way to do just that.

If you're looking for a piece of beat making software that combines all these three qualities at an affordable price then look no further than Dr Drum beat making software. Simple to use, with your first beats going down with just a few clicks it comes with a member area with video tutorials as well as a free report ($449 RRP) to help you move from amateur to professional by selling your beats. With hundreds of samples in 44.1 WAV professional format you'll be able to create your own professional sounding tunes from the start. With a 60-day money back guarantee and selling for the bargain price of just $39 you can't afford not to try it.

If you've been around for long and have been trying to find the perfect beat making program you know that there are basically two types of beat programs. There's the type that produce cheap sounding quality that only your mother would be proud of, and there's the professional quality programs that will cost you a whole lot of money and you'll have to spend months to figure out if you can before you throw your hands up in frustration.

Custom Drums From Cardiak includes 4 808′s samples, 11 claps, 13 fills, 38 kicks, 7 loops, 13 percussive elements, 6 SFX sounds, 58 snares and 5 stabs.

Piano lessons from UK Guardian

GC: Really impressive course! Author: If you're learning to play the electric bass, you might notice the resources online for the instrument are scarce when compared to the girth of content available for guitarists. Fear not however, because of StudyBass.com. The site, the brainchild of a bass instructor with over 2,000 students experience, aims to supplement in-person electric bass guitar lessons online (although if you have enough discipline you could conceivably use the site to teach yourself a lot.) The site consists of lessons to read, supplemented with videos and audio clips, as well as a variety of exercises, quizzes and songs. electric bass guitar lessons online A study guide takes you through the basics of music theory, including reading music and the role of the bass guitar in modern music, and eventually onto playing the blues and complex chords. A word of advice from the site's creator: if you're going to use this site without the help of an in-person instructor, be sure to record yourself regularly. This will allow you to hear yourself as you really sound and (hopefully) allow you to be self-critical.

Even though this tutorial is meant for electric guitar learners, all the general guitar tips and advice will work for acoustic guitars as well. And if it doesn't have what you are looking for then see Essential FREE Tools to Learn Guitar Playing Online. When you are done learning and feel more comfortable with the guitar, you can check out the homepage for more guitar related information such as general music theory, practice lessons, how to read guitar tabs and diagrams and more. Features: * Free step by step electric guitar lessons for dummies. * 9 Lessons in total, to take you from an absolute beginner to an experienced player. * General guitar lessons both for acoustic and electric guitar learners, but geared more towards learners of electric guitars. * Each lessons contains the necessary theory, techniques and complementary music (MIDI) files in one place. * Free, no signup needed.

"...FREE Online Course in Songwriting in which I'll teach you some tricks on writing songs and lyrics. This course is for beginners as well as experienced writers, because I think anyone can learn something from anyone..."

The most popular music of the year: from 1900-2006

Hometracked serves the music world's indie engineers: Independent musicians who record, produce, and promote their own work. The web abounds in knowledge for recording hobbyists (and professionals,) from communities of sound production enthusiasts, like Homerecording.com to industry periodicals like Mix Magazine. But for many, the volume of free information is as much curse as blessing. Hometracked is a home recording weblog, filtering the mess of information for good stuff (check out the most popular pages,) with a focus on the techniques and tips you need to make and market great music. Even if you record in a bedroom.

High-performance 3D multi-engine effects processor with Real Sound Modeling technology The VIRTUALIZER PRO 3D FX2000 Effects Processor uses BEHRINGER's Real Sound Modeling (RSM) technology to give 71 stereo algorithms the power to accurately emulate a wide range of acoustic environments. Effects options include 12 different reverb programs, modulation, amp simulation, distortion and special effects, as well as dynamic and psychoacoustic processing. Performance is further enhanced through user-addressable high and low EQ and wave-adaptive VIRTUAL ROOM reverb algorithms. Logical grouping of parameters, along with the combination of encoders, buttons, LEDs and an easily readable LED display, are included for intuitive operation. FX2000 MSRP (excl tax) - $149.99 / €99.00 For more information, visit behringer.com.

Everything needed for quickly setting up a small performance or public announcement is included with the new EUROPORT portable PA systems. The 900-Watt EPA900 and 300-Watt EPA300 come with built-in mixers, mic preamps with +48 V phantom power, 2-band EQ, 24-bit FX processor, a BEHRINGER XM1800S microphone and a microphone cable. Both models feature integrated storage compartments for microphones, cables and accessories. The 8-channel EPA900 and 6-channel EPA300 deliver their sound via 10"/8" woofers and 1.35"/1.25" aluminum diaphragm compression drivers. The EPA900 also features a dedicated mono output with integrated low-pass filter for subwoofer application. Both models feature Voice Canceller functions for karaoke applications, universal power supplies (100 - 240 V), and the FBQ Feedback Detection System. MSRP (excl. tax): EPA900: $879.99 / €599.00 EPA300: $629.99 / €399.00 For more information, visit behringer.com.

BEHRINGER's new EUROPORT EPA150 is a portable "briefcase" style PA system with 150-Watts stereo output and two detachable high-fidelity loudspeakers. The EPA150's outstanding power-to-weight ratio is achieved through Class-D amplifier design and the use of a switch-mode power supply, which eliminates the need for heavy transformers and heat sinks. The resulting system is much lighter than many competing models. The built-in 5-channel mixer sports two balanced XLR mic inputs, a mic/instrument channel and a stereo line channel with separate CD/TAPE RCA sockets. Phantom power is provided for use with studio-grade condenser microphones. Channel EQ duties are handled via active 3-band controls (bass, mid, treble), while the overall system is managed by a 7-band graphic EQ with BEHRINGER's own FBQ Feedback Detection System. With its onboard digital effects (100 studio-quality presets), a sturdy case that provides storage space for the included mic, cables and accessories, the EPA150 is the ideal all-in-one PA solution for speakers and performers on the go. * Ultra-compact 2 x 75-Watt, 5-channel portable PA system in a briefcase format * System sets up in seconds-perfect for entertainment, multi-media presentations, press conferences, board meetings, etc. * Enormous power, incredible sonic performance and super-light weight * Studio-grade 24-bit stereo FX processor with 100 awesome presets including reverb, chorus, flanger, delay, pitch shifter and various multi-effects * Revolutionary FBQ Feedback Detection system instantly reveals critical frequencies for easy feedback removal * 2 "Invisible" mic preamps with phantom power for condenser microphones, 1 mic/inst channel and 1 stereo channel with separate CD input * Stereo 7-band graphic EQ allows precise frequency correction of main outputs * Comes with one BEHRINGER XM1800S microphone, mic clip and cable * Compact speakers contain powerful 4" woofers and a 1" tweeter, 17 mm stand i

Seven new premium-grade mixers feature built-in USB interfaces, compressors and 24-bit multi-FX processors Sporting a wide range of options, the next-generation XENYX live/studio mixers from BEHRINGER merge built-in USB interface, easy-to-use "one-knob" compressors, world-renowned XENYX mic preamps and "British-style" channel EQ. All mixers feature a new studio-grade digital effects processor with 16 editable presets including reverb, chorus, flanger, delay, pitch shifter and multi-effects (no FX on 1204USB). All models are phantom power-equipped and include a massive software package that features energyXT2.5 Compact BEHRINGER Edition music production software. As an added bonus, all ship with rack-mount brackets. MSRP (excl tax) XENYX 1204USB: $189.99 / €169.00 XENYX X1204USB: $269.99 / €189.00 XENYX X1222USB: $319.99 / €239.00 XENYX X1622USB: $319.99 / €239.00 XENYX X1832USB: $409.99 / €289.00 XENYX X2222USB: $439.99 / €309.00 XENYX X2442USB: $519.99 / €359.00 For more information, visit behringer.com.

Excellent Archived thread from rec.audio.pro comparing the quality of various reverb modeling engines, w/re to price. Some good tips and recommendations to some free ones!

"Mastering can make or break a record, so there's a lot of interest in doing it right. Here are the ten most common questions I hear from people who are about to get their work mastered."

Fascinating and extremely informative blog written by a NY business lawyer who tells it like it is from an insider perspective. Must-read.

Unrivaled Digtial Audio Workstation software for Linux (and MacOS). Can go head-to-head with ProTools This project really needs - and deserves - financial support, and coding support as well, from anyone able to do so

Here's what we believe happened: CBS requested user data from Last.fm, including user name and IP address. CBS wanted the data to comply with a RIAA request but told Last.fm the data was going to be used for "internal use only." It was only after the data was sent to CBS that Last.fm discovered the real reason for the request. Last.fm staffers were outraged, say our sources, but the data had already been sent to the RIAA.