Over the years we’ve heard endless numbers of requests from digital DJs asking for help crafting clever effects combinations while mixing. Effects have many uses – from creating tension, to dynamically tweaking drums or vocals, to even filling in sparse tracks with a flourish. Watch today’s tutorial and learn four new techniques – the Techno Fill, Vocal Repeat, Off-Kilter Echo, and Filter Kill.

Check out some more great effects-based tutorials over the years: