Helpful Resources For Digital Creators
The internet is huge, and there is an insane amount of resources available. I've compiled several links that I use when I need answers or assets. I taught myself how to make songs, visuals, and mixes by watching tutorial videos and looking things up. It can be a lot of reading at times, but the information is out there and it's usually free. This list of resources is not very extensive, but I hope it provides you a good starting point for these topics.
FL Studio
- FL Studio Reference Manual
(What FL Studio is, what it can do, how to use it, troubleshooting & FAQ's, everything you need to know.)
- In The Mix Video Tutorials
(This FL Studio tutorial playlist covers a wide range of topics and starts at the very beginning.)
- Reddit r/FL_Studio
(One of Reddit's online forums centered around FL Studio where you can find answers to questions and more.)
- Image Line Website
(Image Line created FL Studio, their website has video tutorials as well.)
- Keyboard & Mouse Shortcuts
(Keyboard & mouse shortcuts plucked directly from the reference manual.)
Ableton Live
- Ableton Reference Manual
(This manual covers all aspects of Ableton Live in detail, ctrl+f/search is your friend)
- Mr. Bill Video Tutorials
(Mr. Bill has all kinds of Ableton tips and tutorials from transients to how to play live.)
- Reddit r/ableton
(One of Reddit's online forums centered around Ableton where you can find answers to questions and more.)
- Ableton Website
(Their site has tutorial videos including overview, setup, interface, instruments & effects, and workflows.)
- Keyboard Shortcuts
(Keyboard shortcuts plucked directly from the reference manual.)
Assets
- Free 3D
(Free and paid 3D models of various file types and categories including architecture, vehicles, and animals.)
- Animated 3D Text Logo
Maker
(A free web editor for basic animated text output as a GIF. Bonus tab for adding a background to a GIF.)
- CoolText
(A free customizable graphics generator for text with stylish fonts, some are even animated.)
- Pexels
(Free stock photos and royalty-free images and videos shared by creators.)
- TurboSquid
(A great site for free and paid 3D models of many types and categories including robots, furnishings, and nature.)
Visuals
- Mantissa
(Mantissa's website with a gallery as well as free full use VJ loops, tools, and training.)
- Beeple
(Beeple's website with short films, everydays, free full use VJ loops, and resources.)
- Pixabay
(Free stock video footage & clips including VJ loops as well as illustrations, photos, and vectors.)
- Magic Music
Visualizer Users Guide
(The full guide, everything you need to know about this visual program. ctrl+f/search is your friend)
- Blender Reference Manual
(This manual covers all aspects of the free and open source 3D creation suite known as Blender.)
DJing
- Rekordbox User Manual
(The full instruction manual for Pioneer DJ's rekordbox. ctrl+f/search is your friend.)
- Serato User
Manual
(Serato's user manual, everything you need to know with the aid of graphics and animations.)
- Virtual DJ User Manual
(Virtual DJs user manual, everything you need to know with the aid of graphics.)
- How To Become A DJ
(passionatedj.com's beginner's guide to DJing. A 9-step process to assist in your journey.)
- Electronic Music Genres
(An A-Z guide for the vast realm that is electronic music genres.)
General
- DistroKid
(This is the distributor I use to get my music on streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music. There's several distributors, though, so shop around.)
- The Producer's
Guide to File & Sample Organization
(A fantastic approach to help clean up your hard drive, especially if you have a hard time finding the right files.)
- musictheory.net
(This site has lessons, exercises, and tools to sharpen your music theory knowledge. It also has utilities!)
- Demo Submission Tips
(How to (properly) submit your music to labels, a good read if you're not sure where to start.)
Author: Psidemica
Published: 2023-06-21
Edited: 2023-12-08
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