First Song with Reason
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Tutorial 1
Getting Started
6:47Paul welcomes you and introduces the Blocks system in Reason, and begins sketching out a basic drum section using a classic drum machine emulation and taking advantage of note lanes to arrange drum parts.
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Tutorial 2
Adding Synths & Automation
8:39Now see how to add bass and pads, as well as using automation to shape the sound over time.
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Tutorial 3
More Layers & Song Sections
11:39Now explore creating additional song Blocks, as well as some basic patch design and additional synth layers. You'll also see how to use the Blocks in the arranger to sketch out a rough arrangement of the song.
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Tutorial 4
The Drum Mix
12:28In this video learn how to commit Blocks data to sequencer data, and get started on a basic drum mix to form the foundation for the rest of the mix.
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Tutorial 5
Mixing Synths
11:46Next you'll see how to make some tweaks to the synth sounds, utilizing Reason's Player devices, as well as using automation to create two different bass sounds with one device. You'll also look at adding send effects into the mix.
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Tutorial 6
Recording Live Instruments
12:29In addition to learning how to use side-chaining, you'll discover how to set up Reason to record live instruments and track some electric guitar. You'll also learn how to arrange your tracks in each of the three views and re-order your track list.
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Tutorial 7
Vocals Pt. 1
11:17Now discover how to prepare vocals for mixing, including pitch and formant correction, as well as some basic grouping and EQ'ing.
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Tutorial 8
Vocals Pt. 2
13:13Wrapping it up, you'll see how to effect the vocals, as well as use automation to create some interesting transition effects, and finally wrapping the track up with a mastering plug-in for a professional sound and level.
Reason expert Paul Ortiz brings you the beginner’s guide to using Reason to make your first song! Paul starts with a blank Reason session and walks you through the entire process of creating and arranging your first song, along with basic mixing and mastering practices.
Paul begins by welcoming you and then jumps right in, revealing Reason’s Block system for recording and arranging, and sketches out a basic drum part.
Next, you’ll see how to add synth parts and automate them to further shape their sound over time, for a more interesting performance. Paul then shows you how to create additional song Blocks, as well as some basic patch design and additional synth layers.
Paul now demonstrates how to tweak the synth sounds, add send effects into the mix, create and use sidechaining, how to setup and record real live instruments, and finally, how to mix your tracks and vocals, and apply a mastering plug-in to the whole mix for a professional sound and overall level!
See the individual tutorial descriptions below for more info. If you’re new to Reason, and are ready to make you’re first song, this is the video series to watch. Get “First Song with Reason” today.
Reviews
Submitted 1 week ago
Excellent!!!
Great tutorial! Lots of inspiration! Hope to see more videos with this guy. Thanks!
Submitted 2 months ago
Enjoyable Overview of Reason
The video provides a good broad overview of the capabilities of Reason. The series is not for step-by-step guidance on using Reason as it moves pretty quickly. That being said, as a new Reason user, I enjoyed seeing a seasoned user show what it can do. The dreamwave-styled track he creates sounds great and this course is actually likely worth it just for showing the process of putting together a song. You get to see it come together piece by piece.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Cakewalk Sonar, Reason, Reaper
Submitted 3 months ago
A Gold Mine of inspiration
Paul Ortiz is just so ridiculously talented and this tutorial was simply brilliant. You watch how effortlessly he composes a super cool track, and if you pay attention, you actually can pick up some of that genius and apply that to your own productions. Looking forward to more from Paul and his magic in Reason. :)
I am a: Hobbyist, Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Reason
Submitted 3 months ago
Smoke Coming Off My Speakers
The track made in this video is FIRE. Reminds me of some of 80s tracks I used to hear as a kid.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Producer, Beat Maker, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Logic Pro, Reason
Submitted 4 months ago
Interesting
Good tutorial
I am a: Beat Maker
Submitted 4 months ago
Definitely watch before making your 1st song!
So many great tips and tricks for 1st time users! Awesome! Highly recommend!!!
I am a: Beginner, Musician, Producer, FL Studio, Reason
Submitted 4 months ago
Nicely Done!!
I have owned Reason for years and never really used it like it was meant to be used.. This video motivated me to use it more in my productions. Nicely done. This was the first video I watched since subscribing to the website and I am looking forward to many more tutorials.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Pro Tools
Submitted 4 months ago
Great overview of a production done in Reason.
For anyone looking to see what music production looks like in Reason. You will get a general sense of workflow as well as nice tips that will help you along your own journey into Reason. I recommend working on a song as you watch the video.
I am a: Musician, Producer
Submitted 6 months ago
GREAT JOB
GREAT JOB ur the best
I am a: Student, Hobbyist
Submitted 6 months ago
Excellent video
Really great video for producing and loving Reason (even if I don't use it)
I am a: Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Reason
1. When did you start dabbling in music?
I've been working with computers and music from probably around five or six, when my parents first got an Atari with Cubase 2.0! Been hooked ever since.
2. What training have you had?
Mostly it comes from my parents. They're both songwriters and producers, so I grew up watching them and learning in their studio. More recently, just self-taught really.
3. When did you get into recording?
I guess I first started taking it seriously when I was around 15 or 16, which is when it became a bit more feasible to actually record at home and go beyond GM. That's when I started picking up other instruments aside from keyboard, guitar, bass, drums.
4. People you have worked with/for?
I've just started working with the guys over at Red Bull Media House and am on my second album with them now! Some of my sound design work has found its way to the studios over at the likes of Blizzard, and I've done a great deal of custom composition and production music for library music companies both here in the UK and in the Unites States.
5. Why are you so good at training people?
I just love helping people out I guess! Through my personal music projects I've connected with thousands of fans from across the world, and most of them are aspiring producers and musicians themselves. So it's nice to be part of a wider community of creative people and help them along the way, as others helped me.
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tutorial videoCubase 9 Know-How: Acoustic Drum Programming
Studio wiz Paul Ortiz delivers a crash course on programming virtual acoustic drums in Cubase 9, utilizing Cubase's built-in features and functions to craft the perfect drum performance for your song.
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tutorial videoCubase 9.5 Production Tips & Tricks
Cubase guru Paul Ortiz shares cool production tips and tricks when using some of the new features added to Cubase 9.5. See how these new features can serve as a starting point for inspiration, as well as provide endless creative options!
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tutorial videoFirst Song with Cubase
Cubase wiz Paul Ortiz brings you the beginner’s guide to using Cubase to create your first song! Paul starts with a blank Cubase session and walks you through the entire process, with real-world examples and helpful tips.
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tutorial videoFirst Song with Reason
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