The Single FASTEST Way To Improve As A Producer

This will likely be the most important tool you learn to improve as a producer, whether you're a total beginner or a seasoned expert. Dive in with me as we walk through the entire process to improve step by step.

Feel free to comment any feedback or questions below as I read all the comments and reply when I can!

Thanks so much for watching...seriously it means a lot to me.

Cheers!

[sternenherz]

Very logical that "remake" is the key. That's how we (as children) learn how to do ANYTHING in life. Re-make what the others do. :) And the good part is: that doesn't necessarily mean to be just a copycat, because the second you re-make something it will be filtered through your own unique personality and musical preferences.

[Todzuum]

This is exactly how all the greatest composers became great, during the baroque/classical/romantic era they would copy and imitate the pieces of the time and do it over and over and eventually they would have all the compositional tools and be good at creating their own pieces. It was extremely common and and for some reason we lost it as common practice and it became unknown.

[who_is_gerry]

I had this book called “Steal like an artist” and it’s inspired me so much to try new things by mimicking and learning with the process!

[TangentMoon]

The worst thing for me is the blank DAW template, so whenever I remake a song like this I save it as a template so I have a canvas to start creating new ideas quickly. Great video!

[themeadowshadows]

late to the party, but when i started remaking songs i liked and learning all the little parts.... it completely changed my game! i feel i went from pig shit to halfway decent within a few days.... it was like gaining a little super power internalizing some of my favourite stuff... it felt like practicing guitar, but a different version.

[fathuman]

I absolutely agree that 'remake stuff' is hands down the best way to learn production. You are training your ear to split out all the components of a song, figuring out the chords and the melody, learning what sounds go well together, how things are arranged, how they're panned, EQed. Even better if you can get your hands on stems. Its an absolute education but one that must come with a warning label: don't get too married to nailing the song you're trying to copy exactly. You won't manage, and you might drive yourself mad trying to get there. Aim to capture the spirit rather than the letter of the piece, and if inspiration pulls you in another direction, let it. You might even end up with something original by accident after all.

[mukeshpathak]

I come back to this video every once in a while. Every time I'm inspired to practice the basics. You're awesome ❤

[SefaDrums]

Ethan is my favorite instructor! Thank you for all your hard work you put into these videos.
I’m saving up to get your course soon 🙌🏼❤️

[jewelthompson]

Ethan, I just want to thank you for taking the time to make these videos. You are so good at explaining things. Best tutorial ever!

[LukePetruzzi]

This is my go-to way to get new ideas when feeling stuck, learn new styles or techniques, and get better at structure / arrangement skills.
I’ve yet to see a tutorial as good as this one that outlines this general process so well - in a way that can be transferred to any type of music. Sending to my friends who are just getting into production!
Amazing work, man!! 😍🤍

[Soundofjoy]

Back in 1999 I started making midi files for churches without a musician just like this (piano, drums, bass and organ). You have inspired me to return to my roots and relearn what you've just shared. I'm a new subscriber.

[Arthur.H.Studio]

This was great! As a hobbyist, A couple weeks ago I tried this and my production went way up all the sudden.

[gregoryrights]

I’ve seen this vid and never gave it a chance. But I will tell u. I watched and am blown away how good it is. Wow way to go and u knew appreciative fan!

[markokoerblervideoproduction]

Rhythm, flow and editing of this vid is top notch in my opinion. No bs, fairly quick but not to quick! Tnks man!

[evmusic]

Best video ever made to break down every step of producing. Thank you Ethan i have learned a lot from you!

[benedettocangialosi]

We absolutely needs more contents. Thank you for your amazing job!

[clovado]

That was so neat to watch! Thank you for making these videos Ethan!

[WLaChitarra]

I seriously love your tutorials, im enjoing so much watching your stuff. keep up the good work!

[esibkce]

Sooo helpful to take us through the process of breaking a song down and remaking in real time.
Love your approach and appreciate the the time you take to help us up-and-comers.
Much love man Thankyou!

[rapyourbeat]

One of the best tutorials that I have seen since a long time ago, a lot of tips and tricks now days are pretty repeatable but this is really new to and after years of stopping watching content on youtube I think Im going to watch out for your videos !!