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One of the most common questions I get asked as a music producer and educator is "How do I layer instruments?”

The answer to this question is not easy. It’s certainly not short either. Yes, some might say that it’s simply a process of adding two or more instruments together and using EQ to make them fit, but the fact of the matter is that it’s a lot more involved.

So involved in fact, that it requires in-depth explanation, especially for the newer producer.

Here at Freshly Squeezed Samples, we were discussing what’s urgently needed in terms of educational content. A free course on layering instantly came to mind, and so we made one.
What’s Covered in the Course?

With just over 2 hours of content spread across 19 videos, Layering in Electronic Music covers a wide range of layering applications, the theory behind processes such as EQ, and also some philosophical advice on how to approach layering. The course outline video below provides an overview of exactly what’s covered in the course.

Module 1 - What is Layering?
Module 2 - Course Outline
Module 3 - Two Ways to Think About Layering
Module 4 - The Importance of EQ
Module 5A - Drums (The Time Domain)
Module 5B - Drums (Layering Kicks)
Module 5C - Drums (Layering Claps)
Module 5D - Drums (5 Tips for Drum Layering)
Module 6A - Synths (Similar vs. Different Sounds)
Module 6B - Synths (Progressive Pluck)
Module 6C - Synths (Pad Pluck)
Module 6D - Synths (Supersaw Punch)
Module 6E - Synths (Trance Lead)
Module 6F - Synths (Supersaw Piano)
Module 6G - Synths (5 Tips for Layering Synths)
Module 7A - Bass (What’s the Difference?)
Module 7B - Bass (Modern Dance Bass)
Module 7C - Bass (Uplifting Trance Bass)
Module 7D - Bass (5 Tips for Layering Basses)
Module 8 - Accent Layering
Module 9 - Two Approaches to MIDI

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