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Posted by henryv on Jul-18-2009 02:43:

Strings & Pads > BREAK IT DOWN

The construction of strings/pads
what are they based on?

would you guys say you start with melody then strings/pads or strings/pads then melodies?

also would you use the higher and lower octaves to create the deep sounding areas?

i would like tips to help me create some strings/pads to find melodies.

thank you in advance.

Posted by DjStephenWiley on Jul-18-2009 03:36:

As with most everything, there is no golden rule.

What I *usually* do is start with my chord progressions which are usually strings and pads related. These progressions are not written in stone. I usually make about 6 chords and obviously don't end up using them all. I've found that once I select a key that making melodies becomes easier. I also like to get a basic kick going and my sub bass and then I jam out on my keyboard until I hear something I like and try to go from there. That's just me though, everybody is different. I'd suggest trying this though.

As for octave changes, yes I do use them. Again, not with every song and it just depends. I hate to say go experiment, lol. If it feels right then do it, it is not rocket science. I hate to say it, but use your ears and judgment. This is where the artist in you comes out.