Well known for the ability to create basslines and strings, MASSIVE can also be used to make an entire track on its own. The following selected videos highlight some of the various features available, that will allow to create a multitude of sounds and effects, that will help you create your own unique style of music.

How to create an 808 bass

Having limitations can be very inspiring and, at times, a crucial aspect to being and staying creative. In this spirit, Point Blank Music School details how to create an 808 bassline using just one oscillator.

Here, the instructor goes point-by-point, detailing each change made and explaining how they affect the overall sound. The explanation of how ADSR — or Attack, Decay, Sustain and Release — works in MASSIVE is also important for beginners and a great reminder for more advanced users. Finally, the monorotate option in the voicing menu is something of a hidden gem, helping create that “round-robin” effect so each hit sounds slightly different.