Samples/plugins to get started

[AlexanderDumbass]

Hi guys, I'm new. Like- new, new. Just starting to get my head around this thing but ready to commit long term. So I was wondering what should the first step be in order to start making good music?

I am already learning the basics of synths, but the default library of samples seems to be quite limited. Specifically, it doesn't seem like I have anywhere near the drums I need. I presume I can synthesize most instruments to some degree, but having a nice library of samples to start on and get inspired would seem to be a good first step as well.

There doesn't seem to be any tips on where to go to get set up properly and actually start for real (and apologies if I missed it) so I would massively appreciate someone's help on where I can find some nice free samples and anything else I might need like plugins for effects, etc.

Thanks.

[brandystarbrite]

Hi guys, I'm new. Like- new, new. Just starting to get my head around this thing but ready to commit long term. So I was wondering what should the first step be in order to start making good music?

Welcome to Lmms Forums Alexander.
If you want, you could learn some music theory.

where I can find some nice free samples and anything else I might need like plugins for effects, etc.

Thanks.

Check here, for links to free samples, vst's and other cool stuff etc.
viewtopic.php?f=4&t=4961

[AlexanderDumbass]

Awesome, thank you Brandy. When you say music theory, I do have a background in classical piano, so I know that much. Is there anything specific to computer music that you mean?

[musikbear]

Hi guys, I'm new. Like- new, new.

Welcome to the forum AlexanderDumbass! Here are all important links:
http://lmms.io/forum/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=4740
-And a few rules for Avatars, signatures, posting and using the right sub-forum :)

I was wondering what should the first step be in order to start making good music?

Perhaps starting with lmms. My rookie-guide link in signature

There doesn't seem to be any tips on where to go to get set up properly and actually start for real

One guide here: https://lmms.io/wiki/index.php?title=Ma ... or_Patches

But on my channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIfZfd ... vp6C8XAJUw

i have made several presets in both zynadsubfx, trippleOSC ao.

Also here
http://lmms.io/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=5071
you find tuts for making presets

[brandystarbrite]

When you say music theory, I do have a background in classical piano, so I know that much.

Oohhh. That's awesome! You're already on the right path. So forget what I said about music theory.