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FL Studio Cookbook

By : Chris Rena
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FL Studio Cookbook

By: Chris Rena

Overview of this book

Whether it's overcoming creative blocks, troubleshooting technical issues, or refining your workflow, every budding producer faces challenges. The FL Studio Cookbook is here to provide practical solutions to common problems, empowering you to navigate any obstacle with ease by exploring one of the most renowned, industry-standard DAWs. The recipe-based approach of this book means that you’ll unlock the secrets of crafting captivating melodies and learn the art of composition with practical, step-by-step instructions, discovering how to construct melodies that evoke emotion and leave a lasting impression. From chord progressions to counterpoint, you’ll get actionable insights to help you compose music that resonates with your audience. You’ll also master the intricacies of mixing and mastering, by familiarizing yourself with the entire process from balancing levels and sculpting sounds to applying effects. You’ll also explore the endless possibilities of sculpting sound from scratch, whether you're crafting custom synths, designing unique textures, or layering effects to create otherworldly sounds. By the end of this book, you'll have acquired the skills to confidently craft professional-quality lofi, retrowave, and horror music tracks, gaining the expertise to express your musical vision and take your music production to new heights.
Table of Contents (15 chapters)

Creating automations in FL Studio

In this recipe, we will embark on a journey into the world of automation within FL Studio. Automation is the art of gradually changing parameters over time, allowing your music to evolve, breathe, and captivate your audience. By the end of this recipe, you’ll be able to craft intricate automation clips that bring your tracks to life with dynamic shifts in volume, panning, and effects.

Getting ready

  • FL Studio software
  • A project with an instrument or audio clip loaded
  • A Mixer channel with assignable parameter(s)
  • Your creative spirit and patience

How to do it

  1. Open the Playlist:
    1. Launch FL Studio and open the project where you want to apply automation.
    2. To access the Playlist, click on the View menu at the top and select Playlist.
  2. Choose a Mixer channel:
    1. In your project, you’ll have different tracks assigned to Mixer channels. These channels have knobs, sliders, or other parameters that can be automated...