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\uffe5Learn the secrets behind creating powerful, high quality techno with this new course from Producertech tutor Paul Maddox. As one half of production and DJing duo Spektre, Paul has released a slew of hit records over the years, and these tutorials walk you through one of Spektre\u2019s latest releases \u2013 \u2018Catacomb\u2019.<\/p>\n
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Since forming Spektre, alongside Filthy Rich, Paul has seen worldwide success. Their uncompromising and dark take on techno has won them admirers including the likes of Carl Cox, Richie Hawtin and James Zabiela. As well as releasing music via their own Respect Recordings label, the duo have also put out records on the likes of Phobiq and Unity Records.<\/p>\n
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On the course, Paul provides a clear and in depth guide to the track \u2018Catacomb\u2019. He starts off by dissecting the drums and low frequency bass elements, explaining everything from choice of samples and MIDI programming to effects and processing. Paul then proceeds to guide you through the rest of the track, taking a look at the uplifting chords, trance-inspired breakdowns and atmospheric vocals that make \u2018Catacomb\u2019 such a dancefloor weapon. Throughout the modules there are a host of useful production tips and tricks, making this course a must for any budding techno producer looking to make professional sounding tracks.<\/p>\n
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Module 1 \u2013 Intro and Kick<\/strong>
The course begins with a listen through of the completed track, before Paul takes a look at the kick drum, explaining his choice of sample and processing using a selection of Live devices and 3rd party plugins.<\/p>\n
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Module 2 \u2013 Percussion Part 1<\/strong>
This module focuses on the hats and drum synth clap, with Paul explaining his choice of programming to create an interesting groove.<\/p>\n
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Module 3 \u2013 Percussion Part 2<\/strong>
The remaining percussive elements are discussed including the ride, automated snare fill and crash.<\/p>\n
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Module 4 \u2013 Drums Group Processing<\/strong>
This video takes a look at the effects rack used to process the drums, a combination of parallel saturation and compression that glues the elements together.<\/p>\n
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Module 5 \u2013 Bass Elements<\/strong>
In this tutorial, Paul focuses on some of the low frequency elements, including a rumbling effect and a filtered kick drum acting as the bassline.<\/p>\n
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Module 6 \u2013 The Main Lead<\/strong>
Paul deconstructs the main rave-inspired chord part, made with Bazille. The tutorial also shows the in-depth automation that provides interest and variation throughout the track.<\/p>\n
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Module 7 \u2013 Lead Doubling and Group Processing<\/strong>
This video features a useful trick, involving doubling the lead part with a short, percussive sound to add more punch. The group processing on the lead part is also explained.<\/p>\n
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Module 8 \u2013 Orbital Style Lead<\/strong>
Paul walks through the creation of a trance lead inspired by Orbital, with clever use of Ableton\u2019s chord effect to thicken up the sound. He also discussed the processing, making use of Native Instruments and UAD plugins.<\/p>\n
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Module 9 \u2013 Stretched Lead Pad<\/strong>
This module shows the creation of a pad, using a time stretching plugin to manipulate the original Orbital style riff.<\/p>\n
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Module 10 \u2013 Vocals and FX<\/strong>
This video discusses the vocal part, with Paul offering some useful tips on using Mixed in Key to select the right vocals for a track. He then talks through the choice of FX, including risers and splashes which thicken out the track.<\/p>\n
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Module 11 \u2013 Arrangement<\/strong>
The course concludes with the final arrangement, and the processing on the master channel.<\/p>\n
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