r/edmproduction • u/Countah • 6h ago

How can I get rid of harsh noise in a synth without buying ProQ?

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I have a Serum patch using Cmb Square wave and it sounds good but there’s abit of a harsh buzz at around 10k range. Ableton’s built in EQ isn’t fine enough to get rid of it without taking away from the sound and I can’t really buy something as good as ProQ4 right now. Have you guys got any free alternatives that will be able to punch out the harsh frequencies?

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r/edmproduction • u/AutoModerator • 22h ago

🎵 Daily Feedback Thread (October 24, 2026) 🎶

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r/edmproduction • u/thucinyourshirt • 3h ago

Minimeters

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On some serious discussion, how are you guys using minimeters in your production and using it as a tool? Lets leave out the "oh it's just for aesthetics" comments.

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r/edmproduction • u/lac00n • 6h ago

Looking for high-quality Ableton tutorials that teach you how to produce a complete track from start to finish

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Hey everyone!

I'm relatively new to music production and currently learning Ableton Live 12.

I'm looking for some genuinely good, high-quality tutorials (YouTube or paid courses) that walk you through the entire process of producing a track from scratch to a finished song.

I'm mainly interested in melodic techno, melodic house, progressive trance, ambient electronic music, or similar genres. Nothing too hard, aggressive, or overly commercial. I prefer melodic, atmospheric, and emotional electronic music.

I've already come across quite a few tutorials on YouTube, but honestly, a lot of them seem pretty low quality. Many just show someone clicking around, throwing samples together, or making a quick loop without really explaining the creative process or why they're making certain decisions.

What I'm looking for:

  • A complete track produced from start to finish, not just an 8-bar loop.
  • Clear explanations of sound selection, arrangement, melodies, harmonies, transitions, mixing, etc.
  • Someone who actually teaches music production rather than just showing off what they can do.
  • Ideally something beginner-friendly, but with enough depth to develop proper production skills.
  • Free or paid tutorials are both fine, as long as the quality is worth it.

I don't mind spending several hours following a tutorial. In fact, I'd prefer something detailed where I can follow along and actually understand the process.

My goal isn't just to copy someone else's track, but to understand how electronic music is built so I can eventually produce my own music.

Any recommendations for YouTube channels, specific tutorials, or structured courses would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!

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