In this course, I break down 8 of my go-to synths for house music production and show you what each one does best. I cover everything from deep house chords and rolling basslines to acid sequences, melodic textures and modern tech house sounds, helping you find the right synth for your style and workflow.
Course Details
In this introduction, I explain why I chose these 8 synths as my go-to tools for house music production and how each one suits different genres including tech house, afro house, deep house, classic house and melodic styles. I also explain what you can expect from the course and how these synths can improve your productions.
In this chapter, I show you why the Roland Juno 106 is one of my favourite synths for warm house chords, pads and classic deep house textures. I demonstrate how I use the famous chorus, shape bass sounds and create rich musical tones perfect for soulful and organic house productions.
In this chapter, I break down the Roland SH-101 and show you how I use it to create groovy rolling basslines, mono house energy and classic tech house sounds. I also demonstrate how to manipulate the controls for leads, plucks and sequences while keeping the workflow simple and effective.
In this chapter, I explore the legendary Roland TB-303 and demonstrate how I create acid basslines, hypnotic grooves and energetic transitions. I show you how to use the sequencer, manipulate patterns and generate ideas quickly for acid house, tech house and melodic productions.
In this chapter, I show you why the Korg M1 became one of the most iconic synths in house music history. I demonstrate the classic house piano, organ bass and 90s-inspired sounds that shaped genres like piano house, garage and deep house, while also exploring some of the synth’s other hidden textures and presets.
In this chapter, I demonstrate the Yamaha DX7 and explain how I use its digital character for house pianos, electric keys, plucks, basses and melodic sounds. I also show you how to approach the more advanced controls and modulation features to add movement and depth to your productions.
In this chapter, I dive into the Mini V and show you how I use its rich analogue sound for disco house, electro house, techno and new disco productions. I demonstrate its huge bass tones, warm leads and powerful sequences while explaining how it can dominate a mix with classic analogue character.
In this chapter, I break down Diva and explain why it’s one of the best modern synths for deep house, afro house, melodic house and techno. I demonstrate how I use presets, modulation and analogue-style movement to create massive sounding leads, chords, basses and rhythmic textures.
In this chapter, I explore Serum 2 and show you how I use wavetable synthesis to create modern tech house, techno and festival-ready sounds. I demonstrate presets, modulation, layered textures and advanced sound design techniques while explaining why Serum is one of the most versatile synths available today.