If you're just entering the world of beatmaking, you may have already heard some strong opinions about what you need. Whether it's some hardware advocate talking about a classic 404 or a software super fan telling you about FL Studio and Serum, some people like to think their way is the only way. Fortunately, that's not true.
Producer Fess Grandiose joins Reverb in our video above to help you sort through your options. From inexpensive apps and affordable samplers to larger hardware-software hybrid setups, there's no right or wrong way to start your electronic music production journey.
Fess traces your paths forward, showing the simplest software to an expansive rig. Click below to learn more about the apps mentioned and find all of the gear for sale on Reverb.
- Phone and Tablet Apps: Elf Audio Koala Sampler, Akai iMPC, Korg Gadget
- Apps w/ MIDI Controller: Akai MPD218, Novation Launchpad
- DAW Controllers: Ableton Push 2, Native Instruments Maschine
- Hardware Samplers: Elektron Digitone, Akai MPC Live, Korg Volca Sampler, Teenage Engineering PO-33
- Hybrid Setup: Steinberg UR22mkII, Elektron Digitone, Akai MPC Live, Ableton Push 2