Logic Pro Music Production Course: Chainsmokers Style

Welcome to a groundbreaking course tailored to guide you through the exciting process of creating an EDM track with the hallmark sound of The Chainsmokers.

The Logic Pro Music Production Course: Chainsmokers Style is a comprehensive guide to producing music inspired by the electronic duo, The Chainsmokers. This course walks you through the entire process, from generating initial ideas to mastering the final track. It’s designed for Logic Pro X users who want to emulate the signature sound of The Chainsmokers, focusing on their blend of catchy melodies, impactful arrangements, and polished production techniques. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to create a professional-sounding track in a similar style, equipped with the skills to apply these techniques to your own unique sound.

Curriculum

Main Course

• Project File Download
  • Access the project files to follow along with the course.
• Intro (3:49)
  • An overview of the course structure and objectives.
• Playthrough (4:00)
  • A playthrough of the final track you’ll be working on.

The First Idea

• The First Idea – Part 1 (10:00)
  • Start developing the core idea for your track.
• The First Idea – Part 2 (6:00)
  • Expand on your initial concept with additional elements.
• The First Idea – Part 3 (5:45)
  • Refine the idea and prepare it for the next stages of production.

Adding Sounds

• Adding Sounds – Part 1 (10:00)
  • Begin layering sounds to build the track’s foundation.
• Adding Sounds – Part 2 (10:00)
  • Continue adding instrumental layers and effects.
• Adding Sounds – Part 3 (6:00)
  • Finalize the sound selection for your initial arrangement.

The First Arrangement

• The First Arrangement – Part 1 (8:00)
  • Start structuring your track, focusing on the intro and verse.
• The First Arrangement – Part 2 (8:00)
  • Build out the arrangement to include the chorus and drop.
• The First Arrangement – Part 3 (7:43)
  • Complete the basic structure of your track.

Arrangement & Adding More Sounds

• Arrangement & Adding More Sounds – Part 1 (8:00)
  • Further develop the arrangement with additional sound layers.
• Arrangement & Adding More Sounds – Part 2 (8:00)
  • Refine transitions and add effects to enhance the arrangement.
• Arrangement & Adding More Sounds – Part 3 (6:00)
  • Continue fine-tuning the arrangement and sound design.
• Arrangement & Adding More Sounds – Part 4 (7:10)
  • Prepare the track for final arranging and mixing.

Even More Arranging

• Even More Arranging – Part 1 (10:00)
  • Focus on detailing the arrangement, adding variation and dynamics.
• Even More Arranging – Part 2 (10:00)
  • Enhance the arrangement with additional layers and elements.
• Even More Arranging – Part 3 (10:00)
  • Polish the arrangement, ensuring a cohesive flow.
• Even More Arranging – Part 4 (10:00)
  • Finalize the arrangement, preparing for the mixdown.
• Even More Arranging – Part 5 (10:01)
  • Make last-minute adjustments to perfect the track’s structure.
• Even More Arranging – Part 6 (6:22)
  • Final tweaks and refinements before mixing.

Fixing Sounds

• Fixing Sounds – Part 1 (10:00)
  • Address any sound issues and improve the overall mix.
• Fixing Sounds – Part 2 (10:00)
  • Continue adjusting sounds to balance the mix.
• Fixing Sounds – Part 3 (10:00)
  • Refine individual track elements for clarity and impact.
• Fixing Sounds – Part 4 (10:00)
  • Make detailed adjustments to ensure a polished sound.
• Fixing Sounds – Part 5 (10:00)
  • Final sound checks and corrections before mixdown.
• Fixing Sounds – Part 6 (9:23)
  • Last-minute sound tweaks and finalization.

Mixdown & Mastering

• Checking Mixdown In The Car (6:02)
  • A practical approach to checking your mix on different systems.
• Mixdown – Part 1 (9:56)
  • Start the mixdown process, focusing on balance and clarity.
• Mixdown – Part 2 (5:19)
  • Continue mixing, refining the overall sound of the track.
• Mastering – Part 1 (10:00)
  • Begin the mastering process, enhancing the track’s loudness and presence.
• Mastering – Part 2 (10:00)
  • Finalize the mastering to ensure the track is release-ready.
• Mastering – Part 3 (4:24)
  • Perform final checks and prepare the track for distribution.