This week's curated content explores the cutting edge of music production, film scoring, and sound design, offering creators a glimpse into powerful new tools and training methods. From the release of innovative synthesis engines to professional scoring workflows, these posts highlight the evolving landscape of modern music creation.
Arturia introduces the world to its latest sound exploration tool with the "Livestream | Discovering Augmented PERSIA with Joe and Lily." This YouTube video event, scheduled for April 28th, 2026, features a deep dive into the Augmented PERSIA instrument. Hosts Joe and Lily guide viewers through key instruments and textures, demonstrating how this new plugin bridges organic and synthetic sounds. The livestream promises an interactive experience for producers and sound designers looking to expand their sonic palette with Arturia's signature augmented technology.
In the realm of professional scoring, Avid presents an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at "Watch as Carl Rydlund trains his students for scoring success at Ocean Way Studios." This video showcases the rigorous preparation required for film and media composition. Rydlund, working with students from Belmont University, demonstrates how industry-standard tools like Sibelius and Avid Pro Tools Artist are used in a world-class recording environment. The content emphasizes the importance of hands-on education and the transition from classroom theory to professional studio practice.
Heavyocity Media encourages creators to take immediate action with "YOU can bring a scene to life with SD REDUX." This video highlights the power of the SD REDUX engine, offering an introductory price of $99 until May 4th. The tool
- Livestream | Discovering Augmented PERSIA with Joe and Lily
Video by Arturia via YouTube Livestream | Discovering Augmented PERSIA with Joe and Lily Tuesday 28th of April 2026 | 5PM CEST Paris / 11AM EDT New York / 4PM BST London Welcome to the Augmented PERSIA #Livestream Join us live for an in-depth look at Augmented PERSIA with Joe and Lily. Experience… - Watch as Carl Rydlund trains his students for scoring success at Ocean Way Studios
Video by Avid via YouTube Behind every great score is great preparation. Watch as Carl Rydlund trains his students for scoring success at Ocean Way Studios ▶️ youtu.be/dfx1iBwrxlg #sibelius #avid #scoring #belmontuniversity #oceanwaystudios #recording #musiced #education #students Sponsored: Avid Pro Tools Artist (1-Year Subscription) Step into the industry-standard recording environment with a DAW… - YOU can bring a scene to life with SD REDUX
Video by Heavyocity Media via YouTube Take a look at how YOU (yes, you) can bring a scene to life with SD REDUX. Get REDUX at its intro price of $99 until May 4th. Owners of SD crossgrade for just $39. #heavyocity #filmcomposer #filmscoring #composer #producer Sponsored: Bring “the original band in your… - Infographics SFX library now in Krotos Studio. Download the software for free #infographics
Video by Krotos via YouTube Want Free Sound Effects, Tips and Tricks? Join our Newsletter! https://bit.ly/krotos-community Did you know that your brain registers sound before sight? This means it’s super important to make your sound hit in the right way. Krotos Studio enables you to create incredible sound effects, simply by performing them.… - How to Hybrid Pick | Blackstar Potential Lesson
Video by Blackstar Amplification via YouTube Hybrid picking combines the precision of a pick with the flexibility of your fingers. In this lesson, you’ll learn the basics of hybrid picking, how to get started, and a simple example to help you build coordination and control. Perfect for adding speed, clarity, and a more… - How to Make a Synth From Any Sample
Video by Baby Audio via YouTube Pro Tip: drag your own sample into Grainferno, lock the sample, and lastly, scroll through presets 🔥 Sponsored: Transport your music back to 1984 with the Synthwave Essentials Bundle from Baby Audio. This curated collection features the acclaimed BA-1 analog-modeled synthesizer, the gritty Super VHS channel strip,… - Jimmy Jam Creates Grooves with DrumX™ | EastWest Sounds
Video by EastWest Sounds via YouTube What if your drum machine didn’t just make beats… but helped you write songs? In this exclusive walkthrough, legendary producer Jimmy Jam (Janet Jackson, Prince, Michael Jackson) demonstrates how the DrumX™ Groove Machine by EastWest Sounds transforms rhythm into musical ideas. From combining ten iconic drum machines… - Create your own extended versions in 2 minutes
Video by DJ.Studio via YouTube You downloaded the perfect track… but it’s the radio edit. No intro, vocals start immediately, and there’s no room to mix. You don’t need to hunt for an extended version. You don’t need to open a full DAW. Inside DJ.Studio, you can build your own intro in seconds.…