Starting Music for Your Dubstep Track

If you’re looking to add some killer dubstep tracks to your music library, you’ll need to know how to get started. In this blog post, we’ll show you how to start a dubstep track so that it sounds professional and polished.

Introduction

If you’re just getting into making dubstep, or electronic music in general, it can be tough to decide where to start. Do you need expensive equipment? What kind of software should you use? In this article, we’ll give you some tips on how to get started making dubstep without spending a lot of money.

First, let’s talk about equipment. You don’t need anything fancy to get started making dubstep. In fact, all you really need is a computer and some basic music software. If you don’t have any music software, there are a few free options out there that will work just fine. We recommend FL Studio 12 or Ableton Live 9 Lite. These are both great pieces of software that will let you create professional-sounding dubstep tracks without spending a lot of money.

Once you have your software set up, it’s time to start thinking about what kind of music you want to make. If you’re not sure where to start, we recommend checking out some of the free preset packs that are available for FL Studio and Ableton Live. These packs will give you a good foundation to work from and will help you get a feel for the kind of sound you want to create.

Once you have your equipment and your presets, it’s time to start making some music! Experiment with different sounds and see what kind of track you can come up with. Remember, there are no rules in dubstep – so go crazy and have fun!

What You Will Need

1. A DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) – I recommend FL Studio, because it’s what I use, but any will do.
2. Drum samples – I’ll be using samples from Sample Magic’s ‘Ultimate Dubstep’ pack
3. A synth – I’ll be using Massive
4. A good pair of headphones – This is important, as you want to be able to hear all the little details in your track

Now that you have all of your tools, let’s get started!

Step One – Choose Your Key

The first step in starting music for your dubstep track is to choose the key of the track. You can do this by opening up your DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) and creating a new MIDI track. Then, using a keyboard or the piano roll, play some notes and find the one that feels like home. This will be the key of your track. Tip: If you’re having trouble finding the right key, try starting in C Major.

Step Two – Choose the Correct Tempo

Now that you have an idea of the feel you want your track to have, it’s time to choose the perfect tempo. In general, most dubstep tracks fall between 140 and 160 beats per minute (bpm). If you’re not sure what tempo you should start with, a good rule of thumb is to begin at around 140 bpm and increase the tempo in 5-10 bpm increments until you find the sweet spot.

Once you’ve settled on a tempo, it’s time to choose your starting music. The best way to do this is to browse through a royalty-free music website like Incompetech or PremiumBeat and find a track that meets the following criteria:

-The track should be at least 2 minutes long
-The track should be in wav format
-The track should be at the correct tempo (140-160 bpm)
-The track should have a steady beat
-The track should be neutral in tone (no major emotional qualities)

Step Three – Choose the Right Drum Pattern

Now that you’ve got the basic structure of your track down, it’s time to fill in the drums. This is where a lot of producers make the mistake of going overboard and adding too many elements. Remember, less is more in dubstep. Start with a simple kick and snare pattern and then add in a few additional percussion elements to taste. When in doubt, leave it out.

Step Four – Adding the Bassline

Now that you have your drums, percussion, and synth elements in place, it’s time to add the bassline. A typical dubstep bassline uses a sawtooth or square wave, played at around 140 BPM. In your DAW, load a bass synth plugin. A good choice for dubstep is Native Instruments’ Massive. Play a few notes to get a feel for the sound of the instrument. When you find a sound you like, start programming your bassline.

Your bassline should be simple and effective, with only a few notes played per measure. The goal is not to show off your chops, but to create a groove that will support the other elements in your track. Experiment with different rhythms and patterns until you find something that works well with the drums and other percussion. Once you have your bassline sorted out, it’s time to add some effects.

Step Five – Adding the Lead

The lead is the foundation of your melody and will be the most important component in driving the overall feel and emotion of your track. A good lead will make your track feel full and complete, while a bad lead can make it feel empty and unfinished. When choosing a lead sound, it’s important to consider the overall tone of your track. If you’re going for a dark and driving sound, you’ll want to use a lead that has a lot of low end. If you’re going for a light and airy sound, you’ll want to use a lead with a lot of high end. In either case, you’ll want to make sure that your lead sound is punchy and well defined.

Step Six – Mixing and Mastering

Now that you have all of your tracks recorded and edited, it’s time to mix and master your song. This is the final step in the production process, and it’s where you’ll fine-tune the levels of all of your tracks, add any final effects, and make sure everything sounds great together.

Mixing is the process of balancing all of the different tracks in your song so that they sound good together. This involves adjusting the levels of each track so that they’re not too loud or too quiet, and making sure that no single track is overpowering the others. It’s also important to create a good balance between the different elements in your song (for example, making sure the bass isn’t too overwhelming or that the vocals are clear and easy to hear).

Mastering is the process of finalizing your song so that it sounds its best. This involves ensuring that the overall volume level is consistent, adding any final effects (such as EQ or compression), and making sure that your song sounds great when played on different types of speakers.

Both mixing and mastering can be quite technical processes, so it’s often best to work with a professional engineer who can help you get the best possible sound for your song. However, there are also some great software programs (such as Pro Tools or Logic) that can help you with both mixing and mastering if you’re willing to spend some time learning how to use them.

Conclusion

Now that you’ve learned about the different types of roast, it’s time to start choosing your own. bear in mind that there is no perfect roast, only the one that you like the best. Be sure to experiment with different roasts and beans to find your perfect flavor.