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In this video, part 1 of a 3-part series, Mateo talks about the importance of conserving CPU, when using power hungry plugins, like "Reverbs." This knowledge can be transferred to any major DAW of your choice, and allow you to better manage, and conserve, your CPU resources, for other plugins.
Read MoreFinding Inspiration Using Garageband
In this video, Mateo talks about using Garageband's simplicity as a tool for inspiration. Learn how to use this free application to inspire ideas for songwriting and production, and how to then transfer those inspirations into your DAW (ie. Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, etc.) of choice.
Read MoreUse LoFi to Make Awesome Sounding Drums
In this video, Mateo talks about how to use AIR's Lo Fi plugin on drums and discusses the benefits of this FREE plugin... For one, IT'S FREE! Second, it sounds awesome! The caveat here, is that it is only for Pro Tools.
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