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The Dance Music Manual has reached its fourth edition and remains the leading international textbook on EDM production. Published by Routledge and translated into 4 languages, its required or recommended reading at most international educational institutions teaching EDM, and is considered the ultimate educational resource for aspiring producers.
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Stop learning from random producers broadcasting from their bedroom.
If you want to be a professional, learn from one. Altar Studios is based in a converted church and features all the hardware and software any EDM producer could need. From classic Akai samplers and Roland Synthesizers through to SSL, Neve, Tube tech, Chandler, API, SPL and Manley hardware. Sit next to professionals and learn the skills you need to be successful.
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From drum & Bass to Tech House, Techno, Uplifting Trance and Remixing through to how to use and listen to reverb, EQ and compression we have you covered.
You can even visit us personally and learn direct from us at Altar Studios, the words first and only recording studio dedicated to EDM production and artists.
Or waste time learning misguided dogmas from others and spend years struggling.
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Specialists in EDM Production, Mixing & Tutoring
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Learn from some random producer broadcasting “advice” from their spare room or learn from professionals who actively work in the industry, who wrote the world leading textbook on the subject and who run a successful commercial studio dedicated to EDM artists.
If you want to be a professional, learn from the successful ones.
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Our Latest Subscription Courses
How to: AKAI Samplers
They defined the sound of the 90’s and with bargain prices, artists searching for new sonic colour are rediscovering their potential. In this course, learn how to sample and edit in classic hardware.
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The Art of The Remix
Lean the strategies behind Remixing professionally. In this first part of the course we look at the basics, including what to listen for and how to choose the parts to keep.
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How to write Drum & Bass
For the second part of this course, we look at how to complete building a classic drum break before examining the history of the reese bass and how we can synthesise one.
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Popular Courses
AKAI Samplers
They defined the sound of 90’s EDM and now they’re making a comeback. Learn how to sample with the classic hardware.
Chill Out: 7 Hours
Learn how to produce a commercially released chill out/pop crossover track from start to finish.
How to Mix EDM: 4 Hours
A complete course on how to approach a mix an EDM track for commercial release, from EQ to compression. Its all here.
Drums: 11 Hours
Learn how to create percussion, program kicks and howto build and process professional sounding drum loops.
“It has completely revolutionised the way I think about and make music. In under 12 months I’ve had 8 tunes signed up and had tracks played out by the likes of Hernan Catteneo and Guy Mantzer. This stuff is the f*cking nuts.”
“DMP know their job. Techno tutorial is a piece of art on how a single bar can be optimized. The reverb tutorial and delay also a must without counting the fundamentals, creative juices.”
“Such a relaxed atmosphere, Rick has a way of teaching that brings your own creativity to the fore after laying down the processes and foundations to the nth degree. An incredible experience, if you ever feel the need to learn music production. Go.”
“My 2 weeks at Altar were unmatched. Its a professional studio run by fun, experienced and friendly staff. Anyone looking to fast track their career in music production should seriously consider this great opportunity!”
Specialists in EDM Production, Mixing & Tutoring
New to DMP?
If this is your first time to our website or even the first time you’ve heard our name, you’re probably wondering what all the fuss is about? Here’s a little bit about Dance Music Production that should hopefully help.
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One to One Sessions
Learning online can be a great experience with the right teacher. However, it can never replace personal tuition, either online or in person. With courses bespoke to you, its the fastest way to enhance your skills.
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DMP Sub Club
Enjoyed the Dance Music Manual? The sub club is the perfect compliment. Over 190+ hours covering a wide range of topics & genres. With regular new monthly content, you can consistently develop your skills and improve your music.
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