A guide in 2 parts

Music production for beginners

These tutorials follow the order we teach music production in: make a beat, learn the piano roll, add chords and a melody, shape a full song, then record and mix it. Everything works in a free browser studio, so all you need is a laptop and headphones.

Read in order

The guide

2 articles

  1. 01

    Part 1

    How to Make Your First Beat (Free, in Your Browser)

    Make your first beat step by step: set the tempo, program a drum pattern, add bass and chords, and export it. Free, in your browser.

    5 min read

  2. 02

    Part 2

    The Piano Roll, Explained for Beginners

    The piano roll is a keyboard turned on its side. Learn how to read it, draw notes and chords, and edit them, with no piano lessons needed.

    4 min read

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