Logic Pro X: EDM Electronic Music Production in Logic Pro X from Udemy

In This How To Make EDM Style Course, I will show you how to create a full music production from scratch to the entire product - arranged, mixed, and mastered. This course will teach you how to make this track with Logic Pro X stock plugins and free third party plugins ONLY. I will also show how to import a vocal and how to make that vocal at the same tempo and key as your track to create a remix. You Can Use The Same Principles For Both EDM, Hip Hop, or Even New Music Genres - it will work for all Genres.

This course is created for the absolute beginner as well as advanced users who want to expand their knowledge in music production. We are covering all of the techniques that the biggest music producers are currently are using as well as limiting ourselves to create music with ONLY Logic's stock plugins and free plugins - as well as working in the box.

This Course Includes All You Need To Create a Full Music Production WITHOUT any paid plugins or sounds. Everything is included in this course and inside the included project file.

We also include 10+ Sample Packs that will improve your productions as you can use them for free in your tracks - all royalty-free.

This course is designed for every skill level from Beginners to Advanced. If you never used Logic Pro X before, that's totally fine as well. This Course includes an introduction section where we will download Logic Pro X and show you how to manage the most basic functions of Logic Pro X to get you started.

Just a few of the things you'll learn in this How To Make A DJ Mixtape course:

How To Make A Full Music Production Including Arrangement, Mixdown And Mastering
Record Natural Sounds Outside To Get A Natural Feel On Your Track
You Will Learn How To Start With Music Instead Of Getting Into Writers Block
Start Finishing Music Instead Of Going To An Idea And Just Leave It Like That

Improve Your Music Production Techniques and Start Making Professional Music With Quality in No Time.

Regardless of what your level of experience is or what type of music you are creating, this course will take your knowledge to a whole another level. I will show you step-by-step how to create a full Music Production with Logic Pro X with Mixdown, Mastering as well as importing vocals to create a remix of this track.

Unlike other Music Production courses, this course will cover everything from scratch and improve your overall music production level as well as getting you motivated to finish your music instead of letting your music ideas die within your project file.

About the instructor:

Martin Svensson started producing music since 2005 and teaching since 2016 and now has over 80,000 happy students on Udemy learning music production and other related topics viewed from a Music Producers perspective. Martin has been working with different producers around the world as well as co-created a few very well known tracks with other musicians. Martin is based in Stockholm, Sweden

What's inside

Learning objectives

How to create a full music production without any other music production knowledge
Learn the different sections of creating music, mixing & mastering

Learn how to record natural sounds and transform them into effects into an electronic music production
Learn how to analyze other music productions and create similar arrangements

How to create a full music production without any other music production knowledge
Learn the different sections of creating music, mixing & mastering
Learn how to record natural sounds and transform them into effects into an electronic music production
Learn how to analyze other music productions and create similar arrangements

Syllabus

Introduction

Full Track Playthrough

The Included Project File

How To Get Free Help From Me

UPDATE APRIL 2024: How To Get The Free Sample Packs

How To Start And Getting Inspired

How To Get Started & Reference Tracks

Creating Chord Progressions - Part 1

Creating Chord Progressions - Part 2

Creating Chord Progressions - Part 3

Getting Creative

The First Idea - Part 1

The First Idea - Part 2

The First Idea - Part 3

The First Idea - Part 4

Arranging & Adding Sounds

Creating The Arrangement - Part 1

Creating The Arrangement - Part 2

Creating The Arrangement - Part 3

Creating The Arrangement - Part 4

Creating The Arrangement - Part 5

Creating The Arrangement - Part 6

Creating The Arrangement - Part 7

Creating Melodies & Finishing The Arrangement

Creating Melodies - Part 1

Creating Melodies - Part 2

Making Transition Effects Between Two Sections In The Arrangement

The Mixdown Stage

Mixdown - Part 1

Mixdown - Part 2

Mixdown - Part 3

Mixdown - Part 4

Mastering Section

Exporting & Bouncing The Track

The Mastering Stage - Part 1

The Mastering Stage - Part 2

The Mastering Stage - Part 3

How To Create A Remix Of Any Track

Turning A Vocal To A Remix - Part 1

Turning A Vocal To A Remix - Part 2

Learn Logic Pro X Tips & Tricks

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Teaches how to produce Electronic Dance Music, which is a popular genre with a strong music producer community

Core audience is absolute beginners who have no music production knowledge

Develops foundational skills in all aspects of the music production process: arrangement, mixing, mastering, DJing

Students will learn effective songwriting techniques: working from scratch, avoiding writers' block, starting and finishing music

Taught by Martin Svensson, an experienced music producer who has a strong reputation

Designed for students of all skill levels, including beginners

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Logic Pro X: EDM Electronic Music Production in Logic Pro X with these activities:

Create a Simple EDM Track

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Begin planning and working on a simple EDM track to apply the concepts learned in the course.

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Open Logic Pro X and create a new project.
Drag and drop a drum loop into the timeline.
Add a simple melody or chord progression.
Experiment with different effects and plugins.

Compile a Playlist of Inspiring EDM Tracks

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Compiling a playlist of inspiring EDM tracks can help you stay motivated and expand your musical horizons.

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Create a new playlist on a streaming service or music player.
Search for EDM tracks that you find inspiring and motivating.
Add the tracks to your playlist.

Analyze Your Favorite Tracks

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Develop a critical ear by studying the masters of EDM.

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Choose a few of your favorite EDM tracks.
Listen to the tracks carefully and identify the key elements that make them successful.
Analyze the arrangement, melody, harmony, rhythm, and sound design.
Take notes and try to incorporate these elements into your own productions.

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Learn a New Music Theory Concept

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Expand your musical knowledge with some basic music theory.

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Choose a music theory concept that you are interested in learning more about.
Find a tutorial or online course that teaches the concept in a clear and concise way.
Read or watch the tutorial and take notes.
Practice using the concept in your own music productions.

Create a Sound Design Template

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Give yourself a creative starting point when working with synths in the future.

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Choose a synthesizer that you are familiar with.
Experiment with different parameters and settings to create a unique sound.
Save your sound as a preset or template.
Use your template as a starting point for future sound design projects.
Share your template with other producers or musicians.

Attend an Online Music Production Event

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Meet and learn from other musicians and producers.

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Search for online music production events or webinars.
Register for an event that interests you.
Attend the event and participate in the discussions.
Connect with other attendees on social media or through email.

Practice Creating Chord Progressions

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Practicing creating chord progressions can improve your musicality and deepen your understanding of music theory.

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Use a piano or keyboard to experiment with different chord shapes and inversions.
Try creating progressions that follow different rules or patterns.
Analyze chord progressions in songs you enjoy to learn from their structure and function.

Compose a Melody

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Break out of your comfort zone and create something new, just as they do on every major music release.

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Start by humming or playing a simple melody.
Record your melody using a DAW or notation software.
Analyze the melody and identify its key, scale, and chord progression.
Develop the melody by adding variations, embellishments, and countermelodies.
Use your melody as the basis for a new song or composition.

Write a Song Review

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Writing a song review can help you analyze and understand the structure and elements of a song within the EDM genre.

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Choose an EDM song that you enjoy or find interesting.
Listen to the song multiple times, paying attention to its structure, instrumentation, and lyrics.
Write a detailed review of the song, including your thoughts on its strengths and weaknesses.

Record Natural Sounds

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Shake things up by recording some nature to add a new element to your productions.

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Use your built-in phone microphone or an actual microphone to record any sound from outside.
Experiment with the panning, pitch, and adding effects to these samples.
Export them and/or resample them into new sounds you can use for your productions.

Follow a Tutorial on Mixing and Mastering

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Following a tutorial on mixing and mastering can provide you with hands-on experience and help you improve your technical skills.

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Search for a tutorial on mixing and mastering that aligns with your skill level.
Gather the necessary software and plugins.
Follow the steps in the tutorial and apply them to your own music projects.

Mentor a Beginner in EDM Production

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Mentoring others can not only enhance their learning, but also reinforce your own knowledge and understanding of EDM production.

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Find a beginner who is interested in learning EDM production.
Share your knowledge and experience with them.
Provide guidance and support as they work on their music projects.

Remix a Track

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Expand your remixing and songwriting skills to challenge yourself.

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Start a new project in Logic Pro X and import an acapella or vocal track.
Analyze the track's key and tempo and adjust your project accordingly.
Use the techniques you learned in the course to create a new instrumental that complements the vocals.
Mix and master your track to create a cohesive and professional-sounding remix.
Share your remix with your friends or online for feedback and exposure.

Career center

Learners who complete Logic Pro X: EDM Electronic Music Production in Logic Pro X will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Remixer

Remixers take existing songs and rework them to create new and different versions. One who wishes to become a Remixer may find particular use from this course's section on using Logic Pro X to create a remix of a track by importing vocals.

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Mix Engineer

Mix Engineers adjust the volume, equalization, panning, and dynamics of individual tracks, blending them to create a cohesive and balanced mix. This course goes into the process of mixing a full music production in Logic Pro X; as such, it may benefit aspiring Mix Engineers, especially because the course discusses mixing with Logic Pro X's stock plugins and free third-party plugins.

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Audio Engineer

Audio Engineers manage the technical details of recording, mixing, and mastering music. One who wishes to become an Audio Engineer may find particular use from this course's exploration of music production, mixing, and mastering, especially since this course goes over Logic Pro X's stock plugins and free third-party plugins. It will also help to develop skills in importing vocals, turning a vocal into a remix, and using the program to create effects from natural sounds and recordings.

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Sound Editor

Sound Editors edit recorded audio for various purposes, such as film, television, and music. An aspiring Sound Editor may find this course useful for its deep dive into mixing and mastering audio in Logic Pro X. The course also focuses on working within the constraints of stock plugins and free third party plugins, which may be relevant to a Sound Editor working within production and budgetary constraints.

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Music Producer

Music Producers work with performers or artists to create, record, enhance, and mix music. As the focus of this course is teaching how to create a full track with Logic Pro X, including using stock plugins and free third party plugins, it may be useful for an aspiring Music Producer. Further, this course may help strengthen or develop skills needed to analyze other music productions and create similar arrangements.

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Musician

Musicians play musical instruments and perform music. A Musician may find this course helpful for learning how to create music productions, including the arrangement, mixing, and mastering process in Logic Pro X, especially if they wish to record their own music.

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Singer

Singers use their voices to create music. A Singer may find this course useful for learning about the process of music production, mixing, and mastering in Logic Pro X, particularly if they wish to self-produce their own music or collaborate with others who use Logic Pro X.

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Sound Designer

Sound Designers use specialized audio software to create and manipulate sounds for various projects, such as film, television, video games, and music. This course can give an introduction to the logic and workflow of sound design by diving into the process of creating a full music production, mixing, and mastering in Logic Pro X. The course's focus on Logic Pro X's stock plugins and free third party plugins may also be helpful to a Sound Designer who will need to work within economic constraints or company guidelines.

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DJs mix and play recorded music at various events, such as parties, clubs, and concerts. This course dives into creating music productions, including the arrangement, mixing, and mastering process in Logic Pro X. This may be helpful to an aspiring DJ, even if the course focuses on Electronic Dance Music, not other popular DJ genres, like Hip Hop.

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Music Video Producer

Music Video Producers combine music with visual effects to create music videos for artists. This course may be of some use to a Music Video Producer as it includes creating a full music production with Logic Pro X, including mixing and mastering; however, the course does not dive into the visual sector of music video production.

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Composer

Composers create original music for various purposes, such as film, television, video games, and theater. Because Composers must work within the context of a larger production, it may be helpful for them to understand the full process of music production, including mixing and mastering. As such, this course may be of some help for an aspiring Composer.

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Music Teacher

Music Teachers teach music at various levels, from elementary school to higher education. As this course covers the basics of music production using Logic Pro X, including arrangement, mixing, and mastering, it may be of some use to a Music Teacher who wishes to expand their knowledge or skills for the classroom. However, as the course focuses on Logic Pro X's stock plugins and free third party plugins, a Music Teacher may find some of the information less useful in a classroom setting.

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Recording Engineer

Recording Engineers operate audio equipment to record sound for various purposes, such as music, film, and television. This course's dive into recording natural sounds may be of some use to an aspiring Recording Engineer. As this course does not cover much of the equipment or technical setup of recording studios, it may be of limited use, however.

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Talent Scout

Talent Scouts seek out and identify talented performers and musicians. An aspiring Talent Scout may find it helpful to have an understanding of music production and the music industry, which this course may help develop. However, the course's focus on technical skills, rather than industry knowledge, means that it may be of limited use.

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Artist Manager

Artist Managers represent and guide the careers of musical artists. While the primary focus of an Artist Manager is not on music production, they may find it helpful to understand the process of music production, including mixing and mastering, to better support their clients.

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