Reverse engineering a song is the best way to learn quickly. Learning to use references was such a game changer for me. I also love comparing previous versions of a mix down that I've done, with the one I'm working on to see if I'm actually heading in the right direction, or just making things worse.
I love using existing material as a starting point for something new, like "tracing" a song. Humans are information processors, and what we put out is always colored by what we take in. Embracing that natural process has huge creative potential--and it's fun.
Yes Preston! I love tracing a song too. I means I have a clear sense if direction whilst being creative at the same time. Absolutely coloured by what we take in. Love that description. Thanks again for your comment.
I often pull in tracks that I really love DJing just to see how they differ in structure. Put two or three of them on audio tracks and see how they are similar or different. Understand how long they wait to bring in the bassline, when they break down and drop and get ideas from it. But I've never created a track based on another structure. But it's a great idea.
The definition of reverse engineering : "the reproduction of another manufacturer's product following detailed examination of its construction or composition." In this imstance it could also mean breaking down existing arrangements and using them to create your own work. It is a guide you are right. Reverse engineering arrangement mostly in this example.
@@BeckySaifMusic Yes i understand the definition of Reverse Engineering so where was your detailed examination of its construction or composition. You just brushed over it and copied the arrangement of the track. I have to add this bit in before you think im a hater I love your videos and your explanation on Ableton Live and also enjoy watching your live streams on Twitch.
@@MrMaddatt don't worry I don't think you're a hater. You just have an opinion. 😊 This was more an introduction to the idea of using reference tracks for music production to help speed up the workflow. I didn't want to make a huge video on the idea as I'm sure you can appreciate it probably would be a lot longer than the video here. I guess the topic of reverse engineering is much broader in music production from the writing to the mastering stage where you A / B tracks. This was more to introduce the concept of "copying" which is exactly what I have done here (with the added inspiration to create a melody using the existing chord sequence as a guide). Copying is reverse engineering, as stated above.
Reverse engineering a song is the best way to learn quickly. Learning to use references was such a game changer for me. I also love comparing previous versions of a mix down that I've done, with the one I'm working on to see if I'm actually heading in the right direction, or just making things worse.
I love using existing material as a starting point for something new, like "tracing" a song. Humans are information processors, and what we put out is always colored by what we take in. Embracing that natural process has huge creative potential--and it's fun.
Yes Preston! I love tracing a song too. I means I have a clear sense if direction whilst being creative at the same time. Absolutely coloured by what we take in. Love that description. Thanks again for your comment.
I am bingeing all this great videos and getting hyped up for music production. Learning so much. Thanks Becky
That's so great to hear 😊
you're really underrated thank you!!
Aww you're welcome. Thanks for the lovely comment. Road to 1k subs! Spread the word 😊
Great lesson. Thanks Becky
Welcome 😊
I've never seen such concise and to-the-point video before. Insta-subscribed. Thank you for your work!
Yay!! Thanks so much for the comment and sub 😊
I can only hope the ableton course is as clear and handy as these are. Keep on Becky :D
😁 it's certainly an extensive catalogue of all you need to know to master the art of Ableton Live 11!
Thanks it is very helpful
Glad to hear that
Nice one. Really enjoyed the explanation of the process and hands-on examples. Very useful learning tool :)
Thank you so much!! Really glad to hear that you enjoyed the explaination. Appreciate the comment and feedback
Amazing video. I hadn't even considered a lot of these things.
Yeah honestly it's gonna acceleratr the process so much for you. I do it almost all the time now.
This is amazing just subbed
Well done becky ✊🏻✊🏻 love the work ethic ❤️❤️
Aww thanks Buildo
Heck yeah - awesome video 😁 Thank you for putting this together!
Aww you're welcome Chris. Glad you enjoyed it!
nice
I often pull in tracks that I really love DJing just to see how they differ in structure. Put two or three of them on audio tracks and see how they are similar or different. Understand how long they wait to bring in the bassline, when they break down and drop and get ideas from it. But I've never created a track based on another structure. But it's a great idea.
That’s a good hack
It really is useful
@@BeckySaifMusic yep :3
This just seems like you are using the track as a guide. Where does the Reverse Engineering come into play?
The definition of reverse engineering : "the reproduction of another manufacturer's product following detailed examination of its construction or composition." In this imstance it could also mean breaking down existing arrangements and using them to create your own work. It is a guide you are right. Reverse engineering arrangement mostly in this example.
@@BeckySaifMusic Yes i understand the definition of Reverse Engineering so where was your detailed examination of its construction or composition. You just brushed over it and copied the arrangement of the track. I have to add this bit in before you think im a hater I love your videos and your explanation on Ableton Live and also enjoy watching your live streams on Twitch.
@@MrMaddatt don't worry I don't think you're a hater. You just have an opinion. 😊 This was more an introduction to the idea of using reference tracks for music production to help speed up the workflow. I didn't want to make a huge video on the idea as I'm sure you can appreciate it probably would be a lot longer than the video here. I guess the topic of reverse engineering is much broader in music production from the writing to the mastering stage where you A / B tracks. This was more to introduce the concept of "copying" which is exactly what I have done here (with the added inspiration to create a melody using the existing chord sequence as a guide). Copying is reverse engineering, as stated above.
@@BeckySaifMusic I agree with how you explained it. 😊
@@MrMaddatt thanks for the comment and discussion. Gave me something to think about for future videos. 😊
This is quiet a mad work flow ha ha i cant sing tho
Me neither 😆