Looking to bring a fresh edge to your music production? Our Los Angeles instructor, Kyle Marshall (Meridian) has got you covered in our latest tutorial, showing you exactly how to create dynamic, gene...
Watch our exclusive masterclass with Hypertechno Pioneer, Macon. If you're unfamiliar with Macon, he's the musical mastermind behind the hypertechno movement that's been taking clubs and streaming pla...
In this demonstration, Jacques takes on a challenge proposed by one of his students: mixing a hip-hop track completely on mute after hearing the song only once. While this might sound impossible, Jacq...
CONTENTS Intro - 00:00 Discovering the Art of Mixing: 00:28 First Job to Pro DJ: 01:25 Kiss FM: 04:36 Growing Garage Beyond London: 06:04 Discovering Turntablism & House Music: 07:06 Potential for Suc...
Eager to experiment with Ableton Live 12 but not sure where to start? At pointblank, we have various music production and DJ courses that break down different DAW features and elements. If you'd like ...
Watch pointblank Music School's Module Leader, Dave Stone, explores creative ways of using the stem splitter tool. In this tutorial, he splits Lyn Collins' 'Think (About it)" sample and incorporates i...
Watch pointblank Music School's Module Leader, Dave Stone, explores creative ways of using the stem splitter tool. In this tutorial, he splits Lyn Collins' 'Think (About it)" sample and incorporates i...
Watch our Curriculum Manager, Chris Martin, explore Ableton Live's 12 new features and use these MIDI tools to get a chord pattern. He tests out the randomiser, a tool that introduces unpredictability...
Watch our Curriculum Manager, Chris Martin, explore Ableton Live's 12 new features and use these MIDI tools to get a chord pattern. He tests out the randomiser, a tool that introduces unpredictability...
Ever listened to a song you want to remix but don’t have the stems you need? Our Los Angeles Beat-Making Lecturer, Adal Jamil, walks us through using “Stem Splitter” in Logic Pro X. Today we use the t...
CONTENTS Intro - 00:00 Discovering the Art of Mixing: 00:28 First Job to Pro DJ: 01:25 Kiss FM: 04:25 Growing Garage Beyond London: 05:55 Discovering Turntablism & House Music: 06:49 Potential for Suc...
Phuture, the pioneering group behind the acid house movement, transformed the electronic music landscape in the late 80s with their groundbreaking track, "Acid Tracks" featuring the legendary sounds o...
Watch our Lecturer use Roland's Space Echo RE-201 on Ableton Live 12 to create a dub FX! Follow pointblank: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: TikTok: Find out more about our degrees and courses: ...
Watch our Head of Education and Curriculum, Ski Oakenfull, masterfully break down the revolutionary track 'Your Love' at Brighton Music Conference 2024. In this session, he used Ableton Live to dissec...
Watch our Head of Education and Curriculum, Ski Oakenfull, masterfully break down the revolutionary track 'Your Love' at Brighton Music Conference 2024. In this session, he used Ableton Live to dissec...
Want to produce like FINNEAS or Charlie Puth? Join our Music Production and Sound Engineering Degree (ONLINE campus) and learn how to sample like your favourite producers. For more info, link in bio!...
Want to produce like FINNEAS or Charlie Puth? Join our Music Production and Sound Engineering Degree (ONLINE campus) and learn how to sample like your favourite producers. For more info, link in bio!...
In this tutorial, watch our Curriculum Manager, Chris Martin, transform a simple sine wave into a distorted Drum and Bass synth, using Ableton Live 12's new saturated and distortion effect 'Roar'! He ...
In this tutorial, watch our Curriculum Manager, Chris Martin, transform a simple sine wave into a distorted Drum and Bass synth, using Ableton Live 12's new saturated and distortion effect 'Roar'! He ...
In the fast-paced world of modern music production, having tools that elevate your creativity and efficiency is key. Among these tools, VocAlign stands out as a game-changer, offering unparalleled pre...
After the success of our previous insights, we’re here to unravel another set of tricks to elevate your DJ skills to the next level. These hacks, inspired by a recent video shared by DJ Ravine and Mr....
Alex Wood, Point Blank's Programme Leader for the Music Production & Vocal Performance degree, recently provided an enlightening demonstration on VocAlign's capabilities. In the video, he demonstrates...
Alex Wood, Point Blank's Programme Leader for the Music Production & Vocal Performance degree, recently provided an enlightening demonstration on VocAlign's capabilities. In the video, he demonstrates...
This step-by-step guide with Risa T showcases how to manipulate chord changes, experiment with different progressions, and integrate different keys to elevate your tracks and remixes. This video offer...
This step-by-step guide with Risa T showcases how to manipulate chord changes, experiment with different progressions, and integrate different keys to elevate your tracks and remixes. This video offer...
Point Blank Music School had the honour of hosting Jason Cooper, the iconic drummer from The Cure, for a masterclass. Joined by the virtuoso tabla player Sirishkumar Manji, this masterclass became a f...
In an era where live performances are constantly evolving, the demand for more immersive and engaging experiences has never been higher. Point Blank Music School recently hosted a masterclass tutorial...
In our latest video, Ski Oakenfull does a deep dive with the Rhodes V8 Pro, a plugin that digitally recreates the iconic Rhodes Mark 8 electric piano. This piece of software brings the legendary sound...
In our latest video, Risa T, Point Blank's Senior Curriculum Developer, expertly guides you through the nuances of the newly added slip and rotate tools in the latest Logic Pro update. These tools are...
In our latest video, Risa T, Point Blank's Senior Curriculum Developer, expertly guides you through the nuances of the newly added slip and rotate tools in the latest Logic Pro update. These tools are...
In this video, our senior curriculum developer, Risa T does a deep dive into how you can use Mastering Assistant as part of the new features in Logic Pro X 10.8. This AI powered tool can help supercha...
In this video, our senior curriculum developer, Risa T does a deep dive into how you can use Mastering Assistant as part of the new features in Logic Pro X 10.8. This AI powered tool can help supercha...
We had the privilege of hosting Gordon Raphael at our Point Blank campus on Orsman Road for an enlightening masterclass centered around production and recording. Gordon, a luminary in the music indust...
In our latest YouTube video, Point Blank’s own Ski Oakenfull, alongside Voice-Swap’s (and also former Point Blank) Declan McGlynn, takes us on a captivating journey through the deconstruction of a tru...
This week at Point Blank, we dove into the art of creating a rhythmic chopped pad in Ableton Live, a technique for adding depth and texture to your remixes or productions. If you’re passionate about m...
We were lucky enough to have renowned music producers iLL Blu and Danny Byrd as guest artists for our students at Point Blank London in this track breakdown masterclass. In this video, we'll be diving...
In the ever-evolving landscape of music production, artists and producers are constantly seeking innovative methods to breathe new life into their tracks. In this week's video we're delving into the a...
In the ever-evolving landscape of music production, artists and producers are constantly seeking innovative methods to breathe new life into their tracks. In this week's video we're delving into the a...
Lets be honest, nobody really likes to mic up a full drum kit for recording. There's so many mics (not to mention the price of them all), cables, and various details to get right for that perfect soun...
Lets be honest, nobody really likes to mic up a full drum kit for recording. There's so many mics (not to mention the price of them all), cables, and various details to get right for that perfect soun...
For this tutorial, our curriculum manager, Chris Martin, works to incorporate the melody from a classic track into Ableton Live 11. The melody of choice was from Nirvana's timeless hit, "Smells Like T...
For this tutorial, our curriculum manager, Chris Martin, works to incorporate the melody from a classic track into Ableton Live 11. The melody of choice was from Nirvana's timeless hit, "Smells Like T...
This week, Ben Bristow, Point Blank's Senior Curriculum Manager and Programme Leader for Music Production & DJ Performance, teams up with the ever-talented DJ Ravine. Together, they delve into essenti...
Download the MIDIs for free! Filename: Gypsy_Woman_MIDI_Ski_Deconstruction.zip In the realm of electronic music, certain tracks transcend time, influencing countless producers and music enthusiasts. C...
Download the MIDIs for free! Filename: Gypsy_Woman_MIDI_Ski_Deconstruction.zip In the realm of electronic music, certain tracks transcend time, influencing countless producers and music enthusiasts. C...
At this year's International Music Summit (IMS) 2023, Point Blank Music School had the honor of running the masterclass IMS College at Destino Tox. During this event, the legendary Marshall Jefferson ...
Point Blank graduate DJ RENA shows off his turntablism skills live from our DJ room at Point Blank Los Angeles. Having won the DMC World DJ Championship in 2017 as the youngest ever winner at age 12, ...
Recently, here at Point Blank Music School, we hosted Duke & Jones for an illuminating masterclass at our London campus. Among the highlights was their unique approach to video creation. They showed h...
In this week we're thrilled to unveil a special video in collaboration with one of our esteemed industry partners, Roland. In this insightful video, our Senior Curriculum Developer, Risa T, meticulous...
In the sun-soaked setting of Ibiza at this year's International Music Summit (IMS Ibiza), we were lucky enough to host a captivating masterclass where our very own Record Deals & Branding lecturer, Fa...
It's #808day which means it's time for some content around the classic Roland drum machine, the TR-808. Point Blank LA lecturer, Adal Jamil, goes through a brief history of the machine and shows how y...
In this week's video, our Curriculum Manager at Point Blank, Chris Martin, provides a comprehensive tutorial on creating a shimmer reverb effect within Ableton Live. Follow Point Blank: Website: Insta...
In this week's video, our Curriculum Manager at Point Blank, Chris Martin, provides a comprehensive tutorial on creating a shimmer reverb effect within Ableton Live. Follow Point Blank: Website: Insta...
As official education partners of this year's International Music Summit in Ibiza, we were thrilled to welcome the multi-talented DJ, producer, pianist, and activist LP Giobbi. She delved deep into th...
We caught up with the chart-topping singer/DJ John Newman known for his hits including Love Me Again and Blame. He gave us an in-depth look at his live DJ set up for his performance at this year's Tom...
Have you ever considered recreating a masterpiece from the ground up? In this week's tutorial, Point Blank Los Angeles' expert lecturer, Adal Jamil, offers us a fascinating insight into how to remake ...
Have you ever considered recreating a masterpiece from the ground up? In this week's tutorial, Point Blank Los Angeles' expert lecturer, Adal Jamil, offers us a fascinating insight into how to remake ...
At this year's International Music Summit (IMS) in Ibiza, we were thrilled to host IMS College in Destino Tox as official education partners of the summit. Among the notable speakers featured was Anna...
At Point Blank Music School, we're always excited to share the latest tips and tricks that can help our students push the boundaries of music production. Today, we're diving into the world of Ableton ...
At Point Blank Music School, we're always excited to share the latest tips and tricks that can help our students push the boundaries of music production. Today, we're diving into the world of Ableton ...
Point Blank London lecturer, Simon Mitchell aka EONE, shows you his top 5 Ableton Live workflow tips on how you can improve your productivity. In this video, he demonstrates these hacks through his ga...
Point Blank London lecturer, Simon Mitchell aka EONE, shows you his top 5 Ableton Live workflow tips on how you can improve your productivity. In this video, he demonstrates these hacks through his ga...
In this week's video, Ski Oakenfull takes centre stage, demonstrating the powerful capabilities of the third incarnation of Ableton’s brand new Push controller. Featuring one of our talented Music Pro...
Are you a music producer looking to create a captivating lo-fi drum groove that captures the warmth, vintage charm, and dusty feel of the genre? Look no further than this week's video with Adal Jamil....
Are you a music producer looking to create a captivating lo-fi drum groove that captures the warmth, vintage charm, and dusty feel of the genre? Look no further than this week's video with Adal Jamil....
Trevor Horn sat down with our music production and vocal performance degree students at our campus in Orsman Road London as he hosted a masterclass full of valuable insights and wisdom he's gained fro...
Point Blank sound design lecturer James Malone shows you how additive synthesis works as part of our sound design course in our music production degree. He also uses alchemy to create a simple patch d...
Point Blank sound design lecturer James Malone shows you how additive synthesis works as part of our sound design course in our music production degree. He also uses alchemy to create a simple patch d...
Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: TikTok: Find out more about our degrees and courses: London: Los Angeles: Online: Point Blank is an award-winning music school with courses i...
Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: TikTok: Find out more about our degrees and courses: London: Los Angeles: Online: Point Blank is an award-winning music school with courses i...
Find out how to make a classic dubstep bass sound with Logic Pro X Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: TikTok: Find out more about our degrees and courses: London: Los Angeles: ...
Find out how to make a classic dubstep bass sound with Logic Pro X Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: TikTok: Find out more about our degrees and courses: London: Los Angeles: ...
Point Blank lecturer, Elena Alekseeva runs through the piano composition behind Hans Zimmer's theme from the Interstellar film soundtrack. Spitfire Audio Hans Zimmer Plugin: Follow Point Blank: Websit...
Gracing the stage in the Dutch capital for ADE, Point Blank lecturer and record label A&R Stevie R walks us through how you can make randomness part of your workflow to fill your tracks with depth and...
Point Blank lecturer Daniel Herbert walks you through a unique utility plugin he developed to help you smoothly export your 5.1 or quad surround mixes. Download the plugin for free here: Follow Point ...
Point Blank LA’s lecturer and independent Electronic Jazz musician, Jaron Lopez, breaks down how to use Ableton Live 11’s Spectral Resonator plugin to create unique build-ups and new textures. Follow ...
We join forces once again with DJ Mag to bring you this track breakdown from one of the most talented electronic music producers on the block, DJ BORING, with his epic track, ‘Like Water’. Released as...
We join forces once again with DJ Mag to bring you this track breakdown from one of the most talented electronic music producers on the block, DJ BORING, with his epic track, ‘Like Water’. Released as...
Stockholm-based production duo ManyFew break down a house track's core elements by delving into their recent release ‘Fire in Da House.’ Check out Point Blank's degree courses: Follow Point Blank: Web...
Stockholm-based production duo ManyFew break down a house track's core elements by delving into their recent release ‘Fire in Da House.’ Check out Point Blank's degree courses: Follow Point Blank: Web...
In this tutorial, Risa T shows how you can use send & return effects easily in Logic Pro X. Bussing effects allows you to simultaneously effect multiple channels of audio by routing them to a special ...
In this tutorial, Risa T shows how you can use send & return effects easily in Logic Pro X. Bussing effects allows you to simultaneously effect multiple channels of audio by routing them to a special ...
Ski Oakenfull is back with another deconstruction tutorial, this time, from Amsterdam Dance Event with Beyoncé classic house groove, Break My Soul. Get the MIDI files by registering on our site - Chec...
Prospa join us for an exclusive masterclass at International Music Summit Ibiza 2022 showcasing how they made their tune Ecstasy alongside a couple more of their popular tracks. In this video, Prospa ...
If you're anywhere as obsessed with music production as us, you'll have heard that Ableton recently unveiled a brand new iOS music-making app, Ableton Note. As is tradition with the release of new pro...
If you're anywhere as obsessed with music production as us, you'll have heard that Ableton recently unveiled a brand new iOS music-making app, Ableton Note. As is tradition with the release of new pro...
If you're anywhere as obsessed with music production as us, you'll have heard that Ableton recently unveiled a brand new iOS music-making app, Ableton Note. As is tradition with the release of new pro...
In this tutorial, Point Blank LA’s lecturer, Adal Jamil, shows how to add Macros to your lo-fi hip-hop beats in Ableton Live. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: TikTok: Online:...
In this tutorial, Point Blank LA’s lecturer, Adal Jamil, shows how to add Macros to your lo-fi hip-hop beats in Ableton Live. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: TikTok: Online:...
Get Anna's new book - In this tutorial, Anna Lakatos aka Anna Disclaim shows how to make instruments out of any sound using Ableton Live 11 at IMS Ibiza 2022. Check out or degree courses: Follow Point...
Get Anna's new book - In this tutorial, Anna Lakatos aka Anna Disclaim shows how to make instruments out of any sound using Ableton Live 11 at IMS Ibiza 2022. Check out or degree courses: Follow Point...
In this tutorial, Point Blank lecturer, Dan Herbert, demonstrates how vocoders work, using our very own free vocoder plugin for Ableton Live's Max for Live. Download the free vocoder plugin and many m...
In this tutorial, Point Blank lecturer, Dan Herbert, demonstrates how vocoders work, using our very own free vocoder plugin for Ableton Live's Max for Live. Download the free vocoder plugin and many m...
In this tutorial, Point Blank LA's lecturer, Adal Jamil, shows how to create a lo-fi hip-hop chord pack in Ableton Live. If you're keen to make some lo-fi hip-hop chords using the same pack as our lec...
In this tutorial, Point Blank LA's lecturer, Adal Jamil, shows how to create a lo-fi hip-hop chord pack in Ableton Live. If you're keen to make some lo-fi hip-hop chords using the same pack as our lec...
For this video, we were joined by our online music production lecturer, Alex Thomen, to showcase how you can make retro arpeggiated synths like Kavinsky in Logic Pro. Follow Point Blank: Website: Inst...
For this video, we were joined by our online music production lecturer, Alex Thomen, to showcase how you can make retro arpeggiated synths like Kavinsky in Logic Pro. Follow Point Blank: Website: Inst...
We’re back with another deconstruction, this time with our Head of Education and Curriculum and master of Track Deconstructions, Ski Oakenfull. In this video, Ski breaks down Eric Prydz’s hit track, ‘...
We teamed up with Arthur Baker, the legendary artist behind the production of Afrika Bambaataa & the Soulsonic Force's iconic electro track, 'Planet Rock', for an exclusive breakdown of how the song w...
Point Blank Music School & DJ Mag have teamed up to bring you an exclusive masterclass tutorial from Jersey club royalty, UNIIQU3. During her track breakdown, UNIIQU3 unveils the magic behind her Loca...
Point Blank Music School & DJ Mag have teamed up to bring you an exclusive masterclass tutorial from Jersey club royalty, UNIIQU3. During her track breakdown, UNIIQU3 unveils the magic behind her Loca...
Whilst at IMS Ibiza this year, we enlisted one of our current Point Blank degree students, Thomas Irwin, to host an exclusive FL Studio masterclass on combining real and organic instruments with elect...
We were joined by the legendary First Lady of House and soul singer, Kym Mazelle, for an exclusive Point Blank masterclass on achieving greatness in the music industry. Follow Point Blank: Website: In...
In this video, our Course Content Developer Risa T demonstrates some inspiring techniques for creating variations in your tracks, turning your loops into new ideas and getting your music finished in L...
In this video, our Course Content Developer Risa T demonstrates some inspiring techniques for creating variations in your tracks, turning your loops into new ideas and getting your music finished in L...
Get started easily on GarageBand for iPad with our lecturer, John Davies, who shows how to create a beat in 10 minutes. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: TikTok: Online: Los A...
Get started easily on GarageBand for iPad with our lecturer, John Davies, who shows how to create a beat in 10 minutes. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: TikTok: Online: Los A...
In this Logic Pro music production tutorial, Matt Mauldin, one of our Point Blank LA instructors, shows how you can create that distinctive '90s sidechain compression sound, made popular by Daft Punk....
In this Logic Pro music production tutorial, Matt Mauldin, one of our Point Blank LA instructors, shows how you can create that distinctive '90s sidechain compression sound, made popular by Daft Punk....
In this Logic Pro music production tutorial, Matt Mauldin, one of our Point Blank LA instructors, shows how you can create that distinctive '90s sidechain compression sound, made popular by Daft Punk....
In this tutorial, Point Blank’s Course Content Developer, Chris Martin, demonstrates how to create dark techno atmospheres using reverb and Ableton Live's effect chain. Follow Point Blank: Website: In...
In this tutorial, Point Blank’s Course Content Developer, Chris Martin, demonstrates how to create dark techno atmospheres using reverb and Ableton Live's effect chain. Follow Point Blank: Website: In...
In this tutorial, Point Blank’s Course Content Developer, Chris Martin, demonstrates how to create dark techno atmospheres using reverb and Ableton Live's effect chain. Follow Point Blank: Website: In...
We’re back with another masterclass, this time with DJ/producer Jonas Blue, breaking down his and Why Don't We's collaborative track, 'Don't Wake Me Up', in Logic Pro. Listen to Jonas Blue’s latest re...
We’re back with another masterclass, this time with DJ/producer Jonas Blue, breaking down his and Why Don't We's collaborative track, 'Don't Wake Me Up', in Logic Pro. Listen to Jonas Blue’s latest re...
In this tutorial, Point Blank’s Course Content Developer, Chris Martin, demonstrates how you can use broken chords and arpeggios to write catchy hooks and basslines in Ableton Live 11. Follow Point Bl...
In this tutorial, Point Blank’s Course Content Developer, Chris Martin, demonstrates how you can use broken chords and arpeggios to write catchy hooks and basslines in Ableton Live 11. Follow Point Bl...
In this tutorial, Point Blank’s Course Content Developer, Chris Martin, demonstrates how you can use broken chords and arpeggios to write catchy hooks and basslines in Ableton Live 11. Follow Point Bl...
In this tutorial, Point Blank LA's Everett Pearson shows how you can make a future bass-style chord arp synth in Ableton Live like ODESZA, Mathame and Flume. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Fa...
In this tutorial, Point Blank LA's Everett Pearson shows how you can make a future bass-style chord arp synth in Ableton Live like ODESZA, Mathame and Flume. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Fa...
In this tutorial, Point Blank LA's Everett Pearson shows how you can make a future bass-style chord arp synth in Ableton Live like ODESZA, Mathame and Flume. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Fa...
In this tutorial, Cairo shows how he scored the trailer for the Spitfire Audio and GAIKA sound library, War Island. Check out War Island here: Follow Spitfire Audio: Follow Cairo: Follow GAIKA: Follow...
In this tutorial, Point Blank’s Course Content Developer, Chris Martin, demonstrates some essential and creative techniques for resampling reverb in Ableton Live. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagra...
In this tutorial, Point Blank’s Course Content Developer, Chris Martin, demonstrates some essential and creative techniques for resampling reverb in Ableton Live. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagra...
In this tutorial, Point Blank LA's lecturer, Davis, shows how you can create a weighty sub-bass patch quickly in Logic Pro. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: TikTok: Online: L...
In this tutorial, Point Blank LA's lecturer, Davis, shows how you can create a weighty sub-bass patch quickly in Logic Pro. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: TikTok: Online: L...
In this tutorial, Point Blank LA's lecturer, Davis, shows how you can create a weighty sub-bass patch quickly in Logic Pro. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: TikTok: Online: L...
Back for his first Deconstruction of 2022, our Head of Education and Curriculum and master of Track Deconstructions Ski Oakenfull breaks down the biggest track of 2020, the Weeknd's, Blinding Lights. ...
For this tutorial, Point Blank’s lecturer Dave Stone shows how you can chop up samples in Logic Pro to recreate the popular Granular Synthesis effect in the style of Bonobo and Four Tet. Follow Point ...
For this tutorial, Point Blank’s lecturer Dave Stone shows how you can chop up samples in Logic Pro to recreate the popular Granular Synthesis effect in the style of Bonobo and Four Tet. Follow Point ...
In this video, our Course Content Developer Risa T takes a closer look at the software version of the iconic TB-303 bassline synth from Roland Cloud - as well as the popular TR-808 and TR-606. CONTENT...
In this video, our Course Content Developer Risa T takes a closer look at the software version of the iconic TB-303 bassline synth from Roland Cloud - as well as the popular TR-808 and TR-606. CONTENT...
In this video, our Course Content Developer Risa T takes a closer look at the software version of the iconic TB-303 bassline synth from Roland Cloud - as well as the popular TR-808 and TR-606. CONTENT...
For this tutorial, Point Blank’s Course Content Developer, Chris Martin, shows how you can chop up samples creatively like Four Tet and Bonobo using advanced Sampler modulation and Arpeggiator in Able...
For this tutorial, Point Blank’s Course Content Developer, Chris Martin, shows how you can chop up samples creatively like Four Tet and Bonobo using advanced Sampler modulation and Arpeggiator in Able...
Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: TikTok: Online: Los Angeles: London: Point Blank is an award-winning music school with courses in London, Los Angeles, Ibiza, China, Mumbai a...
For this tutorial, Point Blank's Anna Lakatos shows how to quickly make an interesting, glitchy loop by using some creative comping techniques in Ableton Live 11. This video is taken from our VLE (Vir...
In this tutorial, Risa T shows how you can use Logic Pro X's Autopunch and Replace features to alter certain sections of your MIDI clips, without having to re-record entire sections. Follow Point Blan...
This week, our guests, The FaNaTiX, show us how to make a UK Drill type beat from scratch using Logic Pro X and Native Instruments Maschine. Having produced tunes such as Touchdown with Stylo G and My...
This week, our guests, The FaNaTiX, show us how to make a UK Drill type beat from scratch using Logic Pro X and Native Instruments Maschine. Having produced tunes such as Touchdown with Stylo G and My...
In this tutorial, we show how you can beef up the low end of your mix whilst mastering a track in Logic Pro, by comparing 4 stand-out Waves Audio plugins. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Faceb...
In this tutorial, we show how you can beef up the low end of your mix whilst mastering a track in Logic Pro, by comparing 4 stand-out Waves Audio plugins. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Faceb...
In this tutorial, we show how you can beef up the low end of your mix whilst mastering a track in Logic Pro, by comparing 4 stand-out Waves Audio plugins. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Faceb...
For this Halloween tutorial, Point Blank lecturer Claude Ruelle shows how you can score a thriller in Logic Pro X using some simple techniques. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Twitte...
For this Halloween tutorial, Point Blank lecturer Claude Ruelle shows how you can score a thriller in Logic Pro X using some simple techniques. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Twitte...
We’re back with another Track Breakdown, this time with beatmaking producers The Fanatix to unveil the magic behind their Nicki Minaj and Vybz Kartel-featuring track, 'Touch Down', with Stylo G. Watch...
For this Deconstructiuon, our Head of Education and Curriculum and master of Track Deconstructions Ski Oakenfull breaks down Lil Louis’ classic house track, ‘French Kiss’ in Ableton Live 11. Filmed at...
In this tutorial, our lecturer Thomas Green, shows how you can use Logic Pro X's Phat FX to enhance a group of drum tracks, giving them added punch, as well as making them sound like they've all been ...
In this tutorial, our lecturer Thomas Green, shows how you can use Logic Pro X's Phat FX to enhance a group of drum tracks, giving them added punch, as well as making them sound like they've all been ...
For this music production tutorial, Point Blank lecturer, Jarrad Hearman, shows how you can add "air" to your track's mix during the mastering process, giving the final result a super clean and sparkl...
For this music production tutorial, Point Blank lecturer, Jarrad Hearman, shows how you can add "air" to your track's mix during the mastering process, giving the final result a super clean and sparkl...
We’re back with another music production tutorial, this time with our lecturer, Miguel Ferrador, to break down ROSALÍA and Travis Scott's anthemic track, 'TKN', in Logic Pro with stock plugins only! D...
We’re back with another music production tutorial, this time with our lecturer, Miguel Ferrador, to break down ROSALÍA and Travis Scott's anthemic track, 'TKN', in Logic Pro with stock plugins only! D...
We’re back with another music masterclass, this time with the Caribbean artist Jason Dasent to explore accessible music-making for musicians with disabilities and show how he, as a visually impaired m...
For this music production tutorial, our expert lecturer, Ali Jamieson, shows how you can sidechain your reverb sends creatively in Ableton Live using a few simple techniques. Follow Point Blank: Websi...
For this music production tutorial, our expert lecturer, Ali Jamieson, shows how you can sidechain your reverb sends creatively in Ableton Live using a few simple techniques. Follow Point Blank: Websi...
For this music production tutorial, our expert lecturer, Ali Jamieson, shows how you can sidechain your reverb sends creatively in Ableton Live using a few simple techniques. Follow Point Blank: Websi...
For this deconstruction, we teamed up with Spitfire Audio and our Composing for Film and TV lecturer, Claude Ruelle, to unveil the magic behind Ludwig Göransson's epic theme for the Star Wars live-act...
Denis Sulta joins Point Blank Music School and DJ Mag to break down his seminal melodic house track, "It's Only Real" in this production tutorial masterclass in Ableton Live. First released on Numbers...
For this music production tutorial, our lecturer, Ali Jamieson, shows how you can create a growling mid-range DnB/dubstep bass in Ableton Live using an 808 sample. Follow Point Blank: Website: Instagr...
For this masterclass, we were joined by Lily McKenzie to break down her track 'You Don't Know' and showcase how you can work as both a vocalist and producer simultaneously, by exploring songwriting, p...
We’re back with another deconstruction, this time with Course Content Developer Chris Martin, breaking down LFO's classic techno track 'LFO' in Ableton Live. CONTENTS Intro 00:00 Track Parts 02:28 Cho...
We’re back with another music production masterclass, this time with the music production/live performance band, Rudimental, to unveil the magic behind their no.1 hit track, 'Feel The Love'. Follow Ru...
We’re back with another music production masterclass, this time with the music production/live performance band, Rudimental, to unveil the magic behind their no.1 hit track, 'Feel The Love'. Follow Ru...
We’re back with another DJ tutorial, this time to explore the DJ plugin Mixed In Key 10. In addition to running through the new features of the software, DJ Ravine and Mr Bristow show exactly why mixi...
We’re back with another track deconstruction, this time with Ski Oakenfull's cover revealing the music production magic behind Dua Lipa's hit track, 'Don't Start Now'. CONTENTS Intro: 00:00 Drums: 01:...
In this music production tutorial, we show how you can sample any instrument and turn it into a VST in Logic Pro, using and MainStage's Auto Sampler. Follow Risa T: Instagram: SoundCloud: Follow Point...
In this music production tutorial, we show how you can sample any instrument and turn it into a VST in Logic Pro, using and MainStage's Auto Sampler. Follow Risa T: Instagram: SoundCloud: Follow Point...
We’re back with another Track Breakdown, this time with DJ/producer, Malarkey, to unveil the FL Studio music production magic behind his track, 'Rejoice', for Hexagon. CONTENTS Intro: 00:00 Sample: 01...
We’re back with another Track Breakdown, this time with DJ/producer duo Punctual, to unveil the music production magic behind their remix of ‘Natalie Don’t’ for the globally acclaimed singer-songwrite...
For this music production tutorial, Point Blank Course Developer, Chris Martin, shows how you can add gorgeous atmospheric, textural percussion to your tracks and give your beats a more organic feel, ...
For this music production tutorial, Point Blank Course Developer, Chris Martin, shows how you can add gorgeous atmospheric, textural percussion to your tracks and give your beats a more organic feel, ...
To celebrate the launch of our new "Intro to Production - Donk" course, we're joined by an extra special guest, DJ Slavine, to demonstrate how to make the perfect donk bass sound using only Ableton Li...
For this masterclass, we were joined by the legendary producer and DJ, Sander van Doorn, to talk all things career and music production-focused. In addition to highlighting some important milestones f...
Following the highly-anticipated release of Ableton Live 11, we have created a music production tutorial with Point Blank Course Developer, Chris Martin, exploring all of the DAW's new audio effects i...
Following the highly-anticipated release of Ableton Live 11, we have created a music production tutorial with Point Blank Course Developer, Chris Martin, exploring all of the DAW's new audio effects i...
For this Waves Audio masterclass, we have Emre Ramazanoglu, a songwriter, producer, mixer and programmer who has worked with the likes of Lily Allen, Sia, Noel Gallagher, Mark Ronson and more. In this...
Have you ever wanted to remix a track but couldn’t find the individual stems? Algoriddim’s Neural Mix Pro app could be the answer to your DIY acapella needs. In this DJ/music production tutorial, JC &...
We're back with another Ableton Live Track Breakdown, this time with Marten Hørger, a global force in the bass house scene, breaking down his monstrous song, 'Øut Øf The Wørld', which is out now on Tc...
We’re back with another deconstruction, this time with PBLA’s Jonie breaking down the BTS track, ‘Dynamite’. In this K-pop tutorial, we go through all the elements that make up this amazing chart-topp...
For this tutorial, rapper and producer, Genesis Elijah, shows how you can easily fix and your vocals using Antares Auto-Tune and create a range of popular effects. Check out Antares Auto-Tune here: Fo...
To continue our deep dive into what UA LUNA can do, PBLA's Jonie has created a Techtorial showcasing exactly what the DAW is capable of, creating a song from scratch for the Universal Audio LUNA Chall...
To continue our deep dive into what UA LUNA can do, PBLA's Jonie has created a Techtorial showcasing exactly what the DAW is capable of, creating a song from scratch for the Universal Audio LUNA Chall...
In this tutorial, Point Blank Content Course Developer, Risa T, explores the features of Roland Cloud’s JUNO-106 soft synth and shows exactly how to shape and edit its iconic sounds. We recently partn...
In this tutorial, Point Blank Content Course Developer, Risa T, explores the features of Roland Cloud’s JUNO-106 soft synth and shows exactly how to shape and edit its iconic sounds. We recently partn...
Roland has arguably created the best 808 plugin available on the market via their Roland Cloud software synth collection. In this 808 tutorial, Point Blank Content Course Developer, Risa T, puts Rolan...
Roland has arguably created the best 808 plugin available on the market via their Roland Cloud software synth collection. In this 808 tutorial, Point Blank Content Course Developer, Risa T, puts Rolan...
For our final video of 2020, we catch up again with Ferry Corsten to talk to him about his brand new Unity project with the worldwide trance family, dubbed, "Trance Unity" on their mega collab track, ...
For our final DJ tutorial of 2020, Ben Bristow and DJ Ravine get hands-on with some new Pioneer DJ kit, giving an overview of the new Pioneer DJ DJM-S11 mixer comparing it to the DJM-S9. Point Blank i...
In this video, Point Blank lecturer, Native Instruments Product Specialist and Ableton Live Certified Trainer, Anna Disclaim, shows how you can sketch out quick track ideas and build a beat using Nati...
In this video, Point Blank lecturer, Native Instruments Product Specialist and Ableton Live Certified Trainer, Anna Disclaim, shows how you can sketch out quick track ideas and build a beat using Nati...
For this deconstruction, our Point Blank LA instructor and music industry legend, David Harrow, pulls back the curtain on Justin Bieber's infectious track 'Intentions'. Find out about our online cours...
For this deconstruction, our Point Blank LA instructor and music industry legend, David Harrow, pulls back the curtain on Justin Bieber's infectious track 'Intentions'. Find out about our online cours...
For this deconstruction, our Point Blank LA instructor and music industry legend, David Harrow, pulls back the curtain on Justin Bieber's infectious track 'Intentions'. Find out about our online cours...
Universal Audio aka UA have unveiled their new ground-breaking software, LUNA. To celebrate its release, our Head of Education and Development, Ski Oakenfull has created a video showcasing what this p...
Ski Oakenfull shows you how to make a full track in Ableton Live 11, utilising the new features it has to offer such as comping and new audio devices including hybrid reverb. Also laying down some bar...
We were joined by UK-hitmaker and Clean Bandit and MJ Cole collaborator, Elisabeth Troy, to discuss her introduction to music, how to navigate the industry as a young black woman, working in the studi...
Ski Oakenfull deconstructs the seminal dance music hit, "Smalltown Boy" by Bronski Beat. The track features a mesmerising hook which has been sampled numerous times, including Supermode (Steve Angello...
Ski Oakenfull deconstructs the seminal dance music hit, "Smalltown Boy" by Bronski Beat. The track features a mesmerising hook which has been sampled numerous times, including Supermode (Steve Angello...
Native Instruments is back with their latest iteration of Komplete 13. We check out all there is to offer with the new edition with our esteemed lecturer, Doug Mcavoy. Point Blank is an award-winning ...
For this masterclass, we were joined by Point Blank expert lecturer, Linton Bennett aka Stepz, to discuss life in lockdown, reunifying with his beloved studio, how his passion for music first ignited,...
For this video, we joined Harry Shadow, the producer behind Point Blank Recordings' latest single 'Dreams' with Vivienne Chi, to unveil the magic behind the track. Find out more about our online cours...
We were joined by the London-based R&B sensation, Zion Foster, to explore the magic behind his Afrobeat anthem, 'POWER', how he processes his slick vocals, his go-to plugins, techniques and more. Lear...
We were joined by the London-based R&B sensation, Zion Foster, to explore the magic behind his Afrobeat anthem, 'POWER', how he processes his slick vocals, his go-to plugins, techniques and more. Lear...
We were joined by the London-based R&B sensation, Zion Foster, to explore the magic behind his Afrobeat anthem, 'POWER', how he processes his slick vocals, his go-to plugins, techniques and more. Lear...
We’re back with another Track Breakdown, this time with the German DJ production outfit, DONKONG. For this tutorial, the duo shows exactly how they made that epic chord synth from the drop of their tr...
We’re back with another Track Breakdown, this time with the German DJ production outfit, DONKONG. For this tutorial, the duo shows exactly how they made that epic chord synth from the drop of their tr...
We caught up with Point Blank Los Angeles instructor, MECHA, to showcase some creative ways you can incorporate MIDI and modular into your Ableton Live sets using CV. Find out about LA courses here: P...
In this video, Point Blank Lecturer David Stone shows some handy Logic Pro X 10.5 tips and tricks including how to make your own instrument using the DAW's new Sampler. Find out about our online cours...
We were joined by UK DJ and producer, T.Williams, to discuss the art of the remix and how you can ascend from a bedroom producer to remixing and releases tracks with some of the biggest artists in the...
Our latest online tutorial taster demonstrates how to attach sounds to different elements in your game. Find out more about our online courses here: Point Blank is an award-winning music school with c...
Spandau Ballet's Gary Kemp joined us to deliver an insightful talk about the inspiration behind his iconic songwriting. Find out about our online courses here: Point Blank is an award-winning music sc...
At Point Blank Music School, students get the opportunity to have 1-2-1 private tutorials with their lecturers via Zoom. Students can ask them about course content, assessments or any other music rela...
Point Blank Course Content Developer, Risa T, demonstrates how useful Logic 10.5's Live Loops feature is and shows just how easy it is to start arranging and playing musical ideas in real-time. Find o...
Point Blank Course Content Developer, Risa T, demonstrates how useful Logic 10.5's Live Loops feature is and shows just how easy it is to start arranging and playing musical ideas in real-time. Find o...
In this video tutorial, Point Blank lecturer Daniel Herbert explores Logic Pro X 10.5's new step sequencer and shows just how easy it is to start creating drum loops, tweak parameters and more. Find o...
Point Blank instructor, Max Heyes demonstrates how to process your tracks using Waves Audio plugins and add character, individuality and sparkle to your mix. Point Blank is an award-winning music scho...
In this tutorial, Ben Bristow shows how to plan out your mixes and make your transitions sound flawless. This video is taken from our new Online DJ Skills course. Find out more about this programme he...
During the masterclass, the UK rap pioneer Rodney P talks about the history of the genre, the trends it influenced and how to stand out in the industry. Learn more about our online courses: Point Blan...
During the masterclass, the UK rap pioneer Rodney P talks about the history of the genre, the trends it influenced and how to stand out in the industry. Learn more about our online courses: Point Blan...
The world-leading audio plugin manufacturers Waves Audio have just unleashed their brand new game-changer, StudioRack. To get a closer look at the newly revamped Waves Audio StudioRack, we teamed up w...
In this tutorial, DJ Ravine shows exactly how you can record your desktop audio on Mac and stream your beat-making process live with OBS. Instructions: Point Blank is an award-winning music school wit...
Start streaming like a pro with DJ Ravine's step by step guide. Learn more about these techniques by studying with Point Blank: Point Blank is an award-winning music school with courses in London, Los...
Start streaming like a pro with DJ Ravine's step by step guide. Learn more about these techniques by studying with Point Blank: Point Blank is an award-winning music school with courses in London, Los...
Ever wondered how to make a No.1 hit? In this deconstruction, Risa T shows you exactly how it's done by breaking down Tones And I's 'Dance Monkey'. Learn more about these techniques by studying with P...
Whilst at ADE last year we joined the techno duo, GNTN, for an exclusive masterclass packed with production tips on turning audio samples into percussion, FX and more. Learn more about our online cour...
Whilst at ADE last year we joined the techno duo, GNTN, for an exclusive masterclass packed with production tips on turning audio samples into percussion, FX and more. Learn more about our online cour...
We joined Tom Hades and 50:HERTZ at ADE 2019 for an exclusive techno Q&A and live demonstration. With the success of his last ADE video, "How to make Techno", hear the master answer some of techno's b...
Note: Due to corrupted footage we weren't able to use the ScreenFlow from this tutorial Iglooghost shares the secrets behind his hyper-trap Aphex Twin-sampling track, 'Teef Chizzel'. Learn more about ...
DOWNLOAD THE PROJECT MIDI FILES FREE: In this deconstruction, Ski Oakenfull delves into the magic behind Todd Terje's anthemic 'Inspector Norse'. Learn more about these techniques by studying with Poi...
Point Blank is proud to present our partnership with Waves Audio with this first Masterclass showcasing how JC Concato works his magic with Waves Audio plugins to create flawless mixes in the box. Poi...
Point Blank is proud to present our partnership with Waves Audio with this first Masterclass showcasing how JC Concato works his magic with Waves Audio plugins to create flawless mixes in the box. Poi...
Point Blank is proud to present our partnership with Waves Audio with this first Masterclass showcasing how JC Concato works his magic with Waves Audio plugins to create flawless mixes in the box. Poi...
In this video, Rob Lee explores the songwriting techniques, chords, melodies and more from BTS' hit K-Pop track, 'Blood Sweat & Tears'. This video is taken from one of our online courses which are ava...
See just how easy it is to make beats on the fly with AKAI Pro's brand new MPC One. Want to learn more about music production and music tech? Check out our courses: Point Blank is an award-winning mus...
DOWNLOAD THE PROJECT MIDI FILES FREE: Join us at IMS Ibiza 2020 In this deconstruction, Ski Oakenfull pulls back the curtain on the late legend Avicii's no. 1 track 'SOS' ft. Aloe Blacc. Learn more ab...
In this track breakdown, Mau5trap signee Rinzen delves into exactly how he processes his sounds and gets his mixes sounding so tight. Learn more about our online courses :: Follow @rinzen: SoundCloud:...
In this track breakdown, Mau5trap signee Rinzen delves into exactly how he processes his sounds and gets his mixes sounding so tight. Learn more about our online courses :: Follow @rinzen: SoundCloud:...
For this tutorial, Danny Linton aka Funk Ethics demonstrates exactly how to make an atmospheric dub chord from scratch. Learn more about our online courses :: Funk Ethics: Point Blank is an award-winn...
In this deconstruction, Ski Oakenfull unveils the magic behind Björk's track 'Venus as a Boy' breaking down each of the track’s elements and carefully mapping them together alongside alumni, Glaiza de...
Our latest online tutorial taster demonstrates how to create adaptive footstep audio for your video game characters. Point Blank is an award-winning music school with courses in London, Los Angeles, I...
In her first-ever deconstruction for Point Blank, our Course Developer, Risa T, takes on Ariana Grande's infectious 'No Tears Left to Cry' breaking down each element from the Billboard Hot 100 track. ...
For this tutorial, Danny Linton aka Funk Ethics demonstrates exactly how to make a big techno kick from scratch. Learn more about our online courses :: Funk Ethics: Point Blank is an award-winning mus...
For this tutorial, we joined Danny Linton aka Funk Ethics at his home studio in East London to explore how you can transform your drum grooves into exciting and professional-sounding patterns. Learn m...
In this Logic Tutorial, Kove shows us how he makes his Liquid influenced, Drum N Bass track, Echoes, out now on Drum & Bass Arena. Using live guitars, he creates complex atmospheres which transport th...
DOWNLOAD THIS PROJECT FILE, FREE! :: Watch our in house legend, Ski Oakenfull, deconstruct the chart topping track by Halsey, Without Me, in Ableton Live tutorial using Push 2 and a Native Instruments...
We were joined by Spinnin' whizzkid Curbi as he goes under the hood of his latest track 'Whip It'. Find out in this FL Studio tutorial how he creates his intense drops and in your face synths with Mas...
30-year music industry veteran DJ, producer and remixer, Billy 'Daniel' Bunter, joined us at Point Blank in London to share his experiences as a DJ with PB students. Find out more about our DJ courses...
For this extra special deconstruction, Ski Oakenfull was joined by Adamski himself to delve into the magic behind his global Seal-featuring hit, 'Killer'. Find out more about our online music producti...