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The full DJ and Producer courses

Taught by Pete Tong, Carl Cox, Jamie Jones, Diplo, Parisi and Luca Pretolesi. Groove, sound design, mixdown and mastering, applied to the packs you already own.

15,000 producers in one room

Weekly live sessions and mentorship and a campus always on. Post tracks, get real feedback, find the collaborator you have been missing.

The Talent Pool

The rail out of the bedroom: club slots, the Future Talent Awards, A&R submissions, IMS Ibiza and ADE. Real opportunities every week, not a certificate on a wall.

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The main DJ Course

Chapter by chapter.

222

videos

9

chapters

G1 → G3

graded path

5

subtitle languages

The main DJ Course

Chapter by chapter.

222 videos · 9 chapters · G1 → G3

Full curriculum

Full curriculum

9 chapters

  1. 01Pete Tong's detailed DJ history & mindset
  2. 02Carl Cox's detailed DJ history & mindset
  3. 03Adam Beyer's detailed DJ history & mindset
  4. 04Nicole Moudaber's detailed DJ history & mindset
  5. 05TSHA's detailed DJ history & mindset
  6. 06Jamie Jones' detailed DJ history & mindset
  1. 01Basic booth DJ Setup
  2. 02Decks focus
  3. 03Mixer focus
  4. 04Cross fader
  5. 05Headphones
  1. 01How to mix two tracks: Understanding phase and BPM
  2. 02Learn to count
  3. 03Exclusive access to Beatport Streaming and Teachers’ & Defected record bags
  4. 04Track structure and how to read it
  5. 05Phase alignment
  6. 06Learn to beat match
  7. 07Mix with volume
  8. 08Mix with EQ (Low, Mid, High)
  1. 01Basic use of filters
  2. 02FX use: Delay and reverb
  3. 03Loops
  4. 04Hot cues
  5. 05How to save a mix
  6. 06Mix in Key
  7. 07Play more music styles together
  8. 08Build the DJ set flow
  9. 09Where to source your tracks
  10. 10Build your record box
  1. 01Set structure depending on the slot
  2. 02Club-Festival mix vs radio mix
  3. 03Intro handling
  4. 04Type of tracks and role into a record bag
  5. 05Read the crowd
  6. 06Back To Back
  7. 07Body Language
  1. 01PETE TONG DJ set up in detail
  2. 02CARL COX DJ set up in detail
  3. 03JAMIE JONES DJ set up in detail
  4. 04NICOLE MOUDABER DJ set up in detail
  5. 05TSHA DJ set up in detail
  6. 06ADAM BEYER DJ set up in detail
  1. 01PETE TONG HD multicam DJ set
  2. 02CARL COX HD multicam DJ set
  3. 03JAMIE JONES HD multicam DJ set
  4. 04NICOLE MOUDABER HD multicam DJ set
  5. 05TSHA HD multicam DJ set
  6. 06ADAM BEYER DJ set up in detail
  1. 01DJ etiquette tips
  2. 02How to build a DJ career
  3. 03Travel, work-life balance, ear fatiguing
  4. 04The importance of social media
  5. 053-5 year planning
  6. 06Management and booking agency
  7. 07DJ as a music maker
  1. 01Pete Tong final remarks
  2. 02Exam
  3. 03Access to the Talent Pool

The main Producer Course

Chapter by chapter.

196

videos

11

chapters

G1 → G3

graded path

5

subtitle languages

The main Producer Course

Chapter by chapter.

196 videos · 11 chapters · G1 → G3

Full curriculum

Full curriculum

11 chapters

  1. 01Course Overview — Unlock the Fundamentals, One Chapter at a Time
  2. 02The Right Mindset for a Successful Music Producer
  3. 03Be Unique as an Artist — Your Sound Is Your Identity
  4. 04The Essence of a Hit Track: The Hit Test®
  1. 01Groove Foundations: Building Blocks of Rhythm & Energy
  2. 02Kick Power: The 3 Golden Rules + ADSR & Sound Design
  3. 03Bass Precision: Kick Phase & Club-Ready Low End
  4. 04Club Kick Tuning: Crafting the Perfect Dancefloor Impact
  5. 05Phase Control: XPhase, Neutron & Pro Kick Alignment
  6. 06Mix Room Tactics: Placing the Kick for Maximum Impact
  7. 07Inside the Bounce: Kick Crafting with Diplo
  8. 08Sonic Architecture: Parisi’s Approach to Kick Design
  9. 09Depth & Detail: Âme’s Signature Kick Technique
  10. 10Mix Metrics: Balancing Bass, Loudness & Perception
  11. 11The Art of EQ: Corrective vs Creative Tools
  12. 12The Power of Compression: Control, Glue & Character
  13. 13Music & the Mind: How the Brain Responds to Sound
  14. 14Drum Foundations Pt. 1: The 3 Golden Rules of Groove
  15. 15Drum Foundations Pt. 2: Creative FX & Advanced Flow
  16. 16The 3+3+2 Pattern: Groove Theory in Practice
  17. 17Drums in the Mix: Finding the Perfect Balance
  18. 18Diplo Drums: Writing Real-World Rhythms
  19. 19Diplo Starter Track: Jack Ü x Keiza Template
  20. 20Parisi Drums: Crafting Future-Forward Grooves
  21. 21Parisi Drum Kit: Sounds from the Edge of Innovation
  22. 22Âme Drums: Deep Rhythms & Organic Flow
  23. 23Âme Drum Kit: Textures for Hypnotic Grooves
  24. 24Skrillex Tricks: Sound Design & Production Hacks
  25. 25Reverb Mastery: Space, Depth & Dimension
  26. 26Main Sound Shaping: Interventions That Matter
  27. 27Parallel Compression: Power Without Losing Dynamics
  28. 28The Drum Bus: Glue, Drive & Cohesion
  29. 29Parisi: What’s on My Drum Bus: Processing for Character & Cohesion
  30. 30Diplo Origins: How It All Started & The Journey to the Top
  1. 01The Role of the Bass: Foundation, Weight & Groove
  2. 02Placing the Bass: Finding Its Spot in the Mix
  3. 03The 3 Golden Rules of Bass: Rule 1 — The Fundamentals
  4. 04Rule 2 — Bass Movement (Parts 1–4): Flow & Function
  5. 05Rule 2 (Parts 5–6) + Rule 3: Dynamics, Drive & Direction
  6. 06Kick & Bass: Phase Alignment and Low-End Clarity
  7. 07Kick & Bass: The 10 Essential Steps for Perfect Balance
  8. 08Session Workflow: Organizing Your Project Like a Pro
  9. 09Parisi Bass: Creative Approaches to Low-End Design
  10. 10Kick & Bass: The 10 Essential Steps for Perfect Balance
  11. 11Session Workflow: Organizing Your Project Like a Pro
  12. 12Diplo Bass: Groove-Driven Low-End Techniques
  13. 13Diplo Bass Template: Inside the Biber Bass Sound
  14. 14Âme Bass: Deep, Hypnotic Bass Writing Techniques
  15. 15Âme Bass Toolkit: Template, Sound Pack or Presets
  1. 01Synthesis Fundamentals: Overview & Additive Techniques
  2. 02Subtractive Synthesis: Shaping Sound Through Removal
  3. 03The ADSR Envelope: Controlling Time & Shape
  4. 04LFOs Unlocked: Modulation & Movement in Sound
  5. 05Modern Synths: Architecture & Workflow Explained
  6. 06Sound Design from Scratch: Build Any Sound You Imagine
  7. 07Mix-Ready Sounds: Secrets for Instant Polish & Presence
  8. 08Parisi Synth Choices: What we Use and Why
  9. 09Parisi Presets Pack: Signature Sounds & Starting Points
  10. 10Parisi on Sampling: Tools, Techniques & Texture
  11. 11Diplo Deconstructed: Signature Sounds in Detail
  12. 12Mastering MIDI: Arpeggiators, Editors & Hidden Tricks
  13. 13Synth Recording Hacks: Workflow & Editing That Work
  14. 14Analog Power: Exploring Iconic Studio Synths
  15. 15Âme Origins: From inspiration to innovation
  1. 01The Main Harmonic Families: Tone, Role & Emotion
  2. 02Writing Leads with the Major Scale: Brightness & Clarity
  3. 03Writing Leads with the Minor Scale: Mood & Depth
  4. 04Chords & Beyond: From Basics to Advanced Harmony
  5. 05Major vs Minor: Progressions & the Circle of Fifths
  6. 06Writing Better Chord Progressions: Make It Musical
  7. 07Chord Micro-Pack: 10 Famous Progressions You Should Know
  8. 08The Pad Rules: 3 Golden Principles + Harmonic Placement in the Mix
  9. 09Pete Intro — Why Artist Bios Matter
  1. 01The 3 Golden Rules for Perfect Vocals
  2. 02Capturing the Take: How to Record a Clean Vocal Signal
  3. 03Vocal Editing Masterclass: Best Takes, Volume Riding & Mix Placement
  4. 04Creative Acapella Use: Flip, Twist & Transform
  5. 05AI Vocals & Sample Packs: Redesign, Resample, Reinvent
  6. 06Vocal Chops: Turn Samples & Acapellas into Instruments
  7. 07Diplo Vocal Tricks: Chops & Chain Breakdown
  8. 08Âme Vocal Processing: From Raw Take to Final Texture
  9. 09Autotune Essentials: The Written Guide to Pitch Perfection
  10. 1030 Acapella Cuts from the MORE Vault
  1. 01The 3 Golden Rules of Structure: Emotional Growth in Theory
  2. 02Writing a Hit: Structure & Emotional Growth in Iconic Tracks
  3. 03How to Build Emotional Growth: Instruments, Filters & FX
  4. 04The Massive Drop: Crafting Impact at the Peak
  5. 05Using Reference Tracks: Learn from the Best to Build Better
  6. 06Âme Track Structure Breakdown: Theory Meets Practice
  1. 01The Perfect Product: What Makes a Track Sound Finished
  2. 02Mix vs Master: What Really Sets Them Apart?
  3. 03Loudness Targets Explained: RMS, LUFS & Industry Benchmarks
  4. 04The Mix — The 3 Golden Rules: Part 3 | The Full Process Unpacked
  5. 05Transient Shapers: Sculpting Attack & Punch
  6. 06Creative & Clean: Delay as a Mixing Tool
  7. 07Harmonic Exciters: Adding Color, Warmth & Presence
  8. 08Space & Imaging: Panning, Wideners, HAAS & Stereo Control
  9. 09Dynamic Tools: Limiter, Gate & Expander in the Mix
  10. 10Mix Walkthrough: Applying the MAT MIX MATRIX
  11. 11The Mastering: The 3 Golden Rules Part 1 — Dynamics, Loudness War & Dithering
  12. 12The Mastering: The 8 Steps Part 1 — Clean, Space, Level, EQ
  13. 13The Mastering: The 8 Steps Part 1 — Depth, Sparkle, Volume, Dithering
  14. 14The Mastering: The MAT MIX MATRIX
  15. 15Automatic Mastering: Quick Models with God Particle & Ozone 11
  16. 16How to Export Stems for Mix — The Right Way vs The Wrong Way
  17. 17How to Render Your Track for Mastering — The Right Way vs The Wrong Way
  18. 18Parisi: Inside Our Studio — How Structure Shapes Creativity
  19. 19Reloud: Choosing the Right DAW — Workflow Is Everything
  20. 20Âme: Why Monitoring Is the Heart of Our Sound
  1. 01Diplo: Starting Tracks with Energy and Simplicity
  2. 02Âme: Building the Foundation — Mood, Motif & Movement
  3. 03Parisi: Track Starters from Sound Design to Groove
  4. 04Diplo: Breaking Creative Blocks — Just Keep Moving
  5. 05Âme: Overcoming Creative Blocks Through Emotion & Repetition
  6. 06Parisi: Creative Reset — Sound Experiments & Mental Shifts
  7. 07Diplo: Studio Flow — Fast Routines, Big Results
  8. 08Âme: Daily Studio Rituals — Focus, Flow & Intuition
  9. 09Parisi: Crafting the Creative Day — Balance, Tech & Inspiration
  10. 10Diplo: Staying Inspired — Move Fast, Stay Curious
  11. 11Âme: Long-Term Inspiration Through Deep Listening & Evolution
  12. 12Parisi: Inspiration Over Time — Innovation Through Sound Discovery
  13. 13Diplo: Staying Updated — Fast Tools, Fresh Sounds
  14. 14Âme: Evolving with Technology — Tools That Serve the Sound
  15. 15Parisi: Staying Ahead — Exploring Tech to Push Creativity
  1. 01Diplo: Labels, Leverage & Playing the Game
  2. 02Âme: Navigating Labels — Artistry, Trust & Timing
  3. 03Parisi: Working with Labels — Sound, Vision & Creative Freedom
  4. 04Diplo: Studio Collabs — Vibe First, Rules Later
  5. 05Âme: Collaboration as Composition — Building Together in the Studio
  6. 06Parisi: Collaborative Sessions — Blending Voices, Sounds & Ideas
  7. 07Diplo: Creative Clashes — Keep It Moving, Keep It Fun
  8. 08Âme: Turning Conflict into Progress — The Art of Listening
  9. 09Âme: Building the Foundation — Mood, Motif & Movement
  10. 10Parisi: Creative Disagreements — Communication Is the Key
  11. 11Diplo: Network or Die — Making Real Connections That Count
  12. 12Âme: Organic Networking — Let the Music Speak First
  13. 13Parisi: Strategic Networking — Relationships That Build Careers
  14. 14Diplo: Feedback Without Ego — Stay Open, Stay Sharp
  15. 15Âme: Feedback as Dialogue — Grow Through Exchange
  16. 16Parisi: Constructive Feedback — Sharpening Ideas Through Perspective
  1. 01Diplo: Hustle Smart — My Advice for Making It in Music
  2. 02Âme: Stay True, Stay Consistent — Building a Career That Lasts
  3. 03Parisi: Build with Intention — How to Grow a Career with Purpose
  4. 04Pete Tong: Long Game Mentality — What It Really Takes
  5. 05Diplo: Success Is Movement — Keep Growing, Keep Going
  6. 06Âme: Redefining Success — Depth Over Hype
  7. 07Parisi: Measuring Success Through Creativity & Connection
  8. 08Diplo: Labels Publishing Streaming — Play the Game Your Way
  9. 09Âme: Labels Publishing Streaming — Balance Art and Business
  10. 10Parisi: Labels Publishing Streaming — Control Your Sound and Rights
  11. 11Diplo: Social Media Relevancy — Stay Loud, Stay Present
  12. 12Âme: Social Media Relevancy — Be Selective, Stay Authentic
  13. 13Parisi: Social Media Relevancy — Use It to Share the Process
  14. 14Diplo: Protecting Your Ears — Don’t Burn Out Your Most Important Tool
  15. 15Âme: Protecting Your Ears — Longevity Through Listening Care
  16. 16Parisi: Protecting Your Ears — Habits, Tools and Awareness
  17. 17Diplo: Work-Life Balance — Surviving the Tour, Thriving in the Studio
  18. 18Âme: Work-Life Balance — Finding Rhythm Between Travel and Creation
  19. 19Parisi: Work-Life Balance — Managing Energy Between Studio and Life
  20. 20Diplo: When to Consider Management — Build First, Then Delegate
  21. 21Âme: When to Consider Management — Trust, Timing and Vision
  22. 22Parisi: When to Consider Management — When Growth Needs Structure
  23. 23Diplo: 3–5 Year Planning — Think Big, Stay Flexible
  24. 24Âme: 3–5 Year Planning — Evolve with Intention
  25. 25Parisi: 3–5 Year Planning — Map the Vision, Adapt the Path
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Over 5 Grammys, 20 nominations, and 40 years of dance music between them. Your teachers across all the courses

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Lessons from the legends

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Weekly lives & monthly tutoring

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Talent Pool Access

Beginner and Advanced opportunities to showcase your talent, build a fanbase and build a career. For real.

Official diploma

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