Fl Studio: Composing a lead progression
Fl StudioDemo summary
The creator demonstrates shortening the end of a lead sound and recording a weird jerk-type beat progression.
Step-by-step
- Select the lead sound instrument
- Shorten the release or end part of the lead sound
- Record or input a simple, syncopated progression
- Review the melody for a jerk-type beat style
Tips
- Experiment with 'weird' or unconventional progressions to achieve a specific genre feel like jerk beats
Highlights
“It's a bit weird, but I honestly kind of like it low-key”
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