To fully master an instrument, such as a guitar, for example, you need around 9 years.

Since many readers have neither the time nor the desire to learn an instrument, they can also use the Ample Sound software version and install the program and familiarize themselves with how to use it, always consulting the enclosed manual if they don't know what this or that function is for. Learning by doing!

Don't make mistakes like many do and become a copy of this or that music star. In the worst case, your listeners will later say that you sound like this or that musician. Then you are a copy of someone else.

Try to find out what is easy for you and what you enjoy and then develop it. Some people then become drum experts or perhaps sound designers or they simply make music to relax. Some of you will have a talent and then develop it, which will lead to a later career in music.

Remember, the journey is the destination. Some fail, but the time they spent with music was valuable, useful time.

If any of our readers are still reading, buy yourself a book about music, mixing and mastering. Learn something, train your brain by setting small goals, you grow with tasks and challenges. Every beginning is difficult, you can see the result, but the road to get there is rocky and difficult.

 

i am

 

It could happen

 

com'on smeg ....you know the thing....

 

the music gone treat you how you treat it

 

If you are on macOS just get started with Garageband and /or Logic, it has anything you need.
No need for any 3rd party plugins to make music.

 

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Ableton is great start because that DAW has built-in, interactive tutorials on how to use it. Same for Arturia VSTs, they teach basic sound design from within the plugin. Those two should cover your DAW and sound design learning experience.

As for music theory in general, you should skim through some youtube basics and really put in more time practicing than watching. I'm a professional piano player and the key to my success was the most boring part: playing major and minor scales hundreds of times every week until I could do it without thinking. Learning basic chords and combining with the ability to play partial scales in between chord switches is the secret sauce of music improvisation. It may be overwhelming to learn scales and chords in all 12 keys, so you can master one key first (popular choices are C, D and E-flat. With midi transpose, a producer can compose for any key in the studio.

 

That’s an awesome journey you’re setting out on—and documenting it is a brilliant idea. As a complete beginner, here’s a detailed roadmap you can follow:

Pick a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation): Start with a beginner-friendly one like FL Studio, Ableton Live, or Logic Pro (if you're on Mac). Watch tutorials to get familiar with the layout—YouTube is gold for this.
Basic Music Theory: Learn scales, chords, and rhythm. Online music platforms can guide you to free, beginner-friendly courses in music theory tailored for producers.
Learn Your DAW Inside Out: Read the manual, yes, but do while you read. Tackle small projects like creating a drum loop, or remixing a basic melody.
Sound Design & Synthesis: Learn how sounds are made. Start with subtractive synthesis using synths like Serum or Vital (free). Follow sound design challenges.
Sampling & Arrangement: Understand how to chop samples and structure a full track (intro, verse, chorus, etc.).Mixing & Effects: Start with EQ, compression, reverb, delay. You don’t need pro gear—just train your ears gradually.
Build Projects & Finish Songs: Even if they suck at first, finish your tracks. You’ll improve massively by completing work.
Feedback & Community: Join Discords, Reddit forums, and share your tracks for feedback.
Keep Learning: Platforms like CourseCorrect, Udemy, Skillshare, and Coursera can help you go deeper as you grow. It’s a marathon, not a sprint—but if you stay consistent and curious, you will get there. Keep creating and have fun with the process.

 

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Choose a physical musical instrument. Whatever you like and spend time with it. Learning to play it will guide you in what to learn and what to do in the next steps. I overemphasize the physicality of instruments. If your instrument isn't physical, you won't learn music well and you'll get into trouble later.

 

Although our neo-Foster-ist friend has made generic comments, as he habitually does (try to uncomplicate, post-complicative-dude, just for a change, once in a while!) studying a physical instrument requires a certain level of mastery in quality (deep and subtle sensorimotor learning); it provides instant and real feedback (on fingering, pressure, sound, and all fundamental nuances that will generate sensations, emotions, and meanings); feeling the vibrations of an instrument against one’s own body will trigger various types of cognitive constructions; and additionally, it has the bonus of preventing excessive dependence on technology, which, in turn, allows one to perform in diverse ensembles—whether in popular music, chamber music, or even orchestras—ultimately leading to better financial compensation, be it through teaching, receiving regular performance fees or a fixed salary).

 

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Jesus, you bunch of gullible fucks...



This kid has been trolling for a while.

Back in December, he knew all about his daw, now he's back to trying to learn a daw....

Early onset dementia is bad.

If you check out his YouTube channel, you will find quality videos like "i hired a femboy to help me make better beats" and "making a beat in 0 volume while mommy comforts me"

This guy trolls for a living or has mental issues, none of his content makes sense, not even today's kids would watch that garbage.

 

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