How To Make An R&B Beat - Chords, Plugins, Sounds | Logic Pro X

[@stefanguy]

Back in Logic today! I hope you enjoyed this video. What do you think of the beat?

[@SuperLefty79]

Stefan Guy does that upload fee per year include other countries outside of the U.S?

[@zandernaude]

Wish you were in South Africa Bra , we need producers like you !

[@sidechaningspinfirehot9420]

True That Zander Am ALSO From South Africa Am Just Started Making Music As Producer/Mix Engeener

[@addyd5111]

I love this, it sounds fantastic. which synth are you using for the chords? is it a Logic synth? It is exactly the kind of sound I've been searching for... please any insight would be very appreciated!

[@JasonXBeats]

Stefan Guy amazing work man!

[@KristalCherelle]

I learned how much of a difference you can make when you cut off certain frequencies, reversing, slowing down the time etc. It really sets the production apart. I know it can be tempting to use loops as is...but we run the risk of sounding unoriginal when we do that. I'm new to this and your channel is by far my favorite! Also...that bassline *faints*

[@stefanguy]

Hey Kristal! You’re so right my friend! I’ve been half-timing loops a lot lately and have been getting some sick results! Glad you found my channel, look forward to sharing new content with you soon!!

[@SeanDivine]

Feeling the track! Smooth 🙌

[@stefanguy]

Yo bro! Thank’s man!! 🙌🏾

[@yvesdje820]

glad to see my 2 heroes here

[@ArjunAsthana]

Amazing workflow man, loved the track and the way it came together!

[@stefanguy]

Thanks Arjun, appreciate it man 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@ReasonStudios]

Super nice chord progression there! 👌/Stefan

[@stefanguy]

Thanks guys!!!

[@Stevensinge]

You are the best bro, you motivate me ! ⚡⚡⚡🙏

[@Yashinka]

This is amazing Stefan. I’ve been experiencing a lot of best block lately and watching your workflow helps me so much!

[@stefanguy]

Hey Jack, thanks man really appreciate it. Glad the videos are helping brother!!

[@CNoteMcMusic]

That was nice my brother. I love making beats around vocals. It really shows how versatile you can be. I builded r and b around my peeps reggae ton vocals.And I still added a little latin flavor to it. He loved what I added to his vocals. Then he started writing to r and b tracks which he thought he could never do. So it worked out for the both of us.

[@stefanguy]

Hey bro thanks man. You’re totally right and I love working in this way! Anywhere I can hear your work?

[@rogerssombe7369]

loved your reverse keys Stefan!!

[@Carlos_BP]

amazing videos man :) I had to sub :) wanna start to make some rnb beats and this helped me out :)

[@stefanguy]

Hey Carlos, thank you brother, glad you liked the video and found it helpful thanks for the sub!

[@DanielRuttodesign]

This is so dope. The sound is so smooth

[@stefanguy]

Thank you brother!!

[@nabiswawanyama]

dope tutorial Bro bless up

[@DeeJayAARonYT]

I gotta check out that replica xt plugin!

[@stefanguy]

Yo Aaron, yeah man it’s a nice delay man!

[@gumboonwax]

Great Video 🔥💥🔥💥🔥 I💘 the structuring of the bassline, easy and smooth. Thanks for the quick vid. Blessings Andie Mar🙏

[@stefanguy]

Thank you Andie, appreciate it man! 🙏🏾 blessings!

[@mccraykl]

Educational and entertaining as usual sir!

[@stefanguy]

Thanks Kamel!

[@Soulfyrofficial]

🔥🔥great stuff thank you for sharing

[@stefanguy]

Thanks Michael bro!

[@NemyaKK]

It sounds dope af! That synth sounds so good, can you go in details about how you made the patch?

[@Frankyles]

this is a masterpiece... i love it

[@stefanguy]

Thanks brother means a lot man!

[@33sN45s]

This video is dope. Stefan does it again..

[@stefanguy]

Thank you man! 🙏🏾

[@peacepeace976]

Hi Stefan love your videos when are you looking to do more?

[@DanzelDangleben]

1:17 is what synth?

[@jjames8512]

You are a BEAST.. Dope Work Brotha

[@stefanguy]

Appreciate it broo 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@viobdre1247]

i love your work bro......am glad i found your channel ! your chords are killer!

[@stefanguy]

Hey bro! Much appreciated brother!!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@BigBabyProductions]

This is a hot track! I love the technique! Keep rockin' my dude!

[@stefanguy]

Thank you brother, glad you like it man!

[@BigBabyProductions]

Hey Stefan, quick question, I'm thinking about getting the Maschine MK3, how are you doing with using it in your productions? I'm a bang-the-drums-out-on-the-keys type of guy and not used to using pad controllers.

[@stefanguy]

I still don’t feel like I’m using it to it’s full potential at the moment. This is because it works best in the Maschine software. I’d only really recommend it if you’re willing to switch up your workflow and work within Maschine. Some people work in Maschine and mix in a DAW like Logic. I’m still using Logic quite heavily as i know it pretty much inside out so I only really find myself in Maschine when i’m just having fun/learning the software. That being said the Maschine software is incredible and it’s set to get a lot better.

[@BigBabyProductions]

Cool! I appreciate the honest reply! I use Logic as well and I am a drummer, but I figured that getting a Maschine would probably change my workflow. I think I can wait to purchase another piece of gear that I would hardly use. Thanks again bro for the reply! Keep bangin'!!!

[@stefanguy]

You’re welcome bro! Yeah 💯. When Maschine fully integrates audio recording I may make the switch. I like to just work in one software if i can.

[@charleseaster3242]

This beat is dope. Vocals are dope. Do u have any vids on how you record vocals and get great sound like you did with Her recording?

[@stefanguy]

Thanks brother! Appreciate it man. I don’t have any vids but check out Sean Divine’s channel, he has plenty and they’re dope! He’s also got a dope logic vocal chain pack on his site seandivine.com - requires Waves Gold.

[@swiftassociates]

This is super legit. Thanks Stefan for breaking it down step-by-step!

[@stefanguy]

Thanks Sam, much appreciated brother!

[@mixxndj]

Sounds great! Keep up the 🔥

[@stefanguy]

Thanks bro!!

[@jesseurena5153]

Great video bro!

[@STUIPEDCHICKEN]

Hey Stephan, can you do an in depth Logic X mixing tutorial?

[@TheFyoshichannel]

I actually know Sigrid the original artist of the song. This really made realize how big she is. Personally i think this is better

[@stefanguy]

Ahhh much love thanks you 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾!!

[@MaineOFresh]

Good stuff man, I always have trouble getting my synths to sound like those 90s rnb classics. I have to remember to put that mod wheel to use

[@stefanguy]

Thanks bro! Yeah modulation def gives it the flavour man!

[@sidechaningspinfirehot9420]

every Track You Made Is Always On Top Salute

[@stefanguy]

Thanks Jacob, appreciate it bro! 🙏🏾

[@Tony_A_441]

Dope production as usual... love it

[@stefanguy]

Appreciate it brother!

[@francissreckofabian01]

I always learn something new from you. I will try out Replika XT on hats.

[@djwapjunior3091]

back to Logic, Thank you Mate!

[@stefanguy]

Yep couldn’t ignore the people! I’ll be doing a lot more Logic videos again,

[@camronbridges4543]

Progression for sure!!!!

[@Runtoftheloudpack]

I learned how to use the glide! my new song is what I need it on.

[@flipsergio2985]

Thank you sounds great!!!

[@stefanguy]

Thanks Michael!

[@otnature]

Thanks for the show bro.

[@clicks_with_alex]

Awesome stuff Stefan 💯

[@stefanguy]

Thanks Alex, appreciate it bro!

[@fejointify]

Beast bro and thanks for the tips and tricks

[@stefanguy]

Thank you man!!! And you’re welcome!

[@racrity]

Crack! Saludos desde Argentina! Amazing job.

[@SuperChiko]

This is a beautiful song

[@stefanguy]

Thanks man!

[@gainesdominique]

Thanks . More videos please.

[@stefanguy]

Thanks coming soon!!

[@MikeBeatzcom]

Thanks Stefan!

[@velanche]

Hey Stefan...can you do a video on thoughts about your KK keyboard after months of use? I’m very curious on whether or not it’s actually helped improved your workflow, plus maybe some tips and tricks you’ve learned from using it. Keep it up; thank you!

[@stefanguy]

Hey Velanche that’s actually a great idea and would make a great video. Thanks!

[@velanche]

Sweet! Looking forward to that one, should you choose to do it.

[@josuevazquez2140]

Love your content ! Can you show how you mix or master on Logic Pro X ?

[@shannonscott1676]

Loved the sound of the giant piano! Can you instruct me how to find it on Logic Pro X please!!?

[@stefanguy]

If it’s the giant piano I use in this video, it’s a third party vst from Native instruments and has to be purchased separately unfortunately

[@mythic414]

Man this was very informative, you bake amazing content! 🔥🔥

[@stefanguy]

Thanks Justin!

[@nhlamulomhlongo5966]

Beautiful💓

[@stefanguy]

Thank you!

[@noworneversoulbeach]

How did you setup the Maschine to Logic Pro????

[@gphiproductions]

Nice music track Stefan! If you don't mind, I have a question for you. I like the bass sound that you used in this video with Monark. I have Monark also and I'm using it only on Logic Pro X. I looked at your video and used the settings to attempt to get the same bass sound that you have In your video at 2:12 but it's not the same. It seems that you have a preset called Evolet Bass and others that aren't in my version. Might you know how I can get that Monark preset? Thanks! G-Phi

[@stefanguy]

Hey bro thanks man! I have a load of expansions from Native. Evolet Bass is included in the Deep Matter expansion.

[@gphiproductions]

Ok cool. I really appreciate the response. Thanks bro!

[@CFlow07]

@@stefanguy Can you enlighten me on how you do the music slow down/reverse technique at 3 seconds? I noticed you do it a couple times through out the song.

[@CFlow07]

@@stefanguy Based on your recommendation, I bought the Deep Matter Expansion, however the Evolet Bass doesn't sound the same as you demonstrate in your video. Its missing that grit that you have in your track. Did you do something else to it?

[@rachaelkay7173]

So helpful thanks 🙌🏾

[@KrystoBeats]

Thanks for these videos I struggle with less is more but you helped by giving me videos to study for R&B 🙏🙏🙂

[@jordanjohnston7255]

My guy fire beat 🔥

[@stefanguy]

Hey Jordan thanks man!

[@commanderreventon2305]

Hey Stefan, big fan of your channel! What are you using for the synth chords in e.g. 1:18?

[@that_guy_trades]

Shout Out to you! Very helpful video Thanks.

[@stefanguy]

Thanks Frank! Glad you found the video helpful!

[@timeusmulinge9526]

what snares do you use?they sound really good!

[@piooyuy34]

I like your style in beats Stefan. Distrokid look legit, I’m going to try it out. And I did learn something. Surprised you don’t have artists to work with you? Beats are good man

[@stefanguy]

Thanks brother! Glad you found the video useful man. And DistoKid is the real deal man def check it out! It’s been a choice you know but i’m thinking to maybe change that this year and start working with artist. Appreciate the love bro 🙏🏾

[@piooyuy34]

Stefan Guy i will check out Distrokid. I’m still going to copy cat your studio hahaha

[@piooyuy34]

Stefan Guy Stefan Guy i will check out Distrokid. I’m still going to copy cat your studio hahaha

[@stefanguy]

Hahahaha just them know where u saw it first 😂

[@piooyuy34]

Stefan Guy at stefen falls out of his chair.Com Ha Ha

[@inthesonesaypanya5275]

The reverse cymbal I will start utilizing in my tracks. Thank you bro. 💯🎩

[@sterlingpatelmusicinfluenc7097]

Thank you for the description below stefan guy!!!🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌 .. Just started producing house music ,.. Great info on how to get your music out there!! 👊👊 .. Cheers from canada mate!

[@stefanguy]

Hey Donnie, glad I could help man and thanks for watching bro! 🙌🏾

[@whotfissolis]

Yessssss!! Thank u soo much bro 💯💯🔥🙌🏽🙌🏽🙏🏽💪🏽

[@stefanguy]

Thanks for watching bro!!!! 🙌🏾

[@Josh_GS__]

great composing

[@stefanguy]

Thanks man!

[@EricsonPresents]

What up bro...like you did with chord midi's, do you have any for like funk, 80's, 90's basslines????

[@ashleysolantro4611]

Love your channel! You sound like a Londoner so it was an automatic sub from me LOOL

[@stefanguy]

Hahaha born and raised my friend! Appreciate the love man!!! And it's always great to hear from fellow Londoners.

[@productamadeus8745]

Stefan...that beat is Hot Magma bro! Do you have the patch that you used for the bass via Monark? Thanks!

[@timi_dre]

How you made the reversed piano😫

[@beatsbydaku]

Nice Content man! Do you use Maschine as a Plugin in Logic for anything? Or are you just using the Mk3 as a Midi Controller? Just saw that you're using Battery and the Mk3 in Midi Mode for your Drums, thats why i'm asking.

[@stefanguy]

Hey bro, firstly thank you man! Yes, when working inside of Logic I just use it as a controller and use Battery. Unless you plan on sampling inside of Logic it makes way more sense to use Battery. And if you plan on sampling you may as well just use the Maschine software in stand alone then export and import the files into Logic. Are you thinking of getting one?

[@beatsbydaku]

Stefan Guy i bought an mk3 recently, i'm just interested in individual workflows within Logic, so i'll find out whats the best for me :) saw your other Videos already about that. When it comes to sampling i'm using Serato Sample and the Mk3 in Midi Mode. For Drums i'm using Maschine as a Plug-in. Then i drag the Audio or Midi into logic. I would route everything to different midi channels in Logic but i feel like my mac is just too old for that, especially if i'm using a bunch of other plugins. :D

[@stefanguy]

Oh I see! There’s so many different approaches. Do you use the stock Maschine sounds/expansions?

[@trecherous3186]

Ur studio is amazing 💜 wish I had midi keyboard it would make production flow way more easier.. sickk vocals aswell luv it

[@stefanguy]

Thanks brother!!! Are you programming on screen at the moment?

[@trecherous3186]

Stefan Guy yes

[@stefanguy]

Ah cool yeah that is very long winded! I still know a lot of guys that make music that way though, especially in FL Studio.

[@natimtumzghi3133]

Bro how did that chord progression come to mind it was sick!

[@hachlypich2522]

I love you bro❤️ I’m from Cambodia 🇰🇭

[@stefanguy]

Much love brother!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@inthesonesaypanya5275]

Bro...is there anyway you can show us how to get some wavy, beautiful sounding piano sounds/instruments in logic pro x with just the presets? I know you've seen shown us a few but like a whole video just dedicated to pianos/pads that go good with smooth rnb and hip hop. Just asking.

[@ObeAroundTheGlobe]

i've been watching so many of your videos recently to discover my direction as an amateur producer. In a lot of your videos, you play these "jazzy/r&b soul" chords. Do you know how I can learn how to play these chords? Are they called neo-soul chords? I've been playing piano since I was younger, so I think I already have an advantage in learning how to play these soulful chords. They would be a very beneficial addition to my music. Thanks!

[@stefanguy]

Hey Obinna, thanks for watching my vids! Yes i’m using extended chords 7ths, 9ths, 11ths and 13ths. I have about 50 R&B/Soul chord progressions like this in my pack Popular Progressions stefanguyaudio.com/products/popular-progressions/ but I may do a series on it soon if the demand is there!

[@hissue8102]

Please do such of a series! Would be great :)

[@stefanguy]

Thanks Joshua

[@dorianacosta6258]

Stefan guy you should create a discord server where all of your fans could ask questions ranging from mix and master to quantizing.

[@prod.7918]

Ive been trying to do something like this for so long

[@felipejustin]

thank you!!!

[@fatboigamer9543]

hello Stefan, iive had a akai keyboard for weeks now, and i cant seem to get a 90s 2000s era sound. i wanna make rnb but idk what plugins to buy, and idk what stuff to use to achieve them sounds. i have all the roland plugins, i have zenology, as well and still cant get the 90s or 2000s sound. i use a A.I. to generate chords

[@CFlow07]

Stefan Guy, In the Full Video, how do you do the slow or reverse at 3 seconds?

[@romievthedon]

I laughed so hard when I saw Kanye's lyrics LMFAOO

[@stefanguy]

🤣

[@rahim4411]

Dope!!!!

[@stefanguy]

Thank you! 🙏🏾

[@bankgotbeats3359]

what stand are you using for your keyboard?

[@stefanguy]

It’s the Omega Table Stand by K&M with some additional accessories. Brilliant stand, i’ll be uploading a video on it next week!

[@Viroxoxo]

do you need to purchase Komplete 12 separate from Complete Kontrol?

[@celestialwizard5441]

Im fairly new to making beat and I was wondering what you did to made that synth sound like that??

[@BigDreams87]

Is that a custom bass patch

[@AdamMe55ina]

Bro! I love your content!! How did you learn to use Logic so well? Any suggestions for a beginner?

[@TMTSYSTEMSATL]

NICE!

[@stefanguy]

Thanks Thomas, appreciate it bro!

[@ova9thouson445]

He mad nice 🔥

[@stefanguy]

Appreciate it brother!

[@wainer5tasymphony589]

greetings Stefan I would like to learn a bit about the process of mixing this topic if you are so kind to teach something about that

[@asagbicrew5243]

awsome stuff stefan! what would you guys go for between maschine and komplete to use in logic? having a hard time deciding haha

[@stefanguy]

Thanks man! komplete for me! Maschine is dope but works best with its own software. I would never suggest buying it to just use it in logic. Hope this helps!

[@asagbicrew5243]

Stefan Guy ahh sweet, yer i thought that and i didnt want that to slow me down, thanks allot for your opinion man think i will go komplete :D

[@mpilines]

Just been to the website. With you R&B chord progressions midi files ,is it possible to put them in say song-tutor and just learn to play them on the piano?

[@stefanguy]

Hey, sorry for the late reply. I haven't used Song Tutor but if the software excepts MIDI files then I don't see why they wouldn't work. You can always try and if it doesn't drop me an email and I'll refund you.

[@JaleMusiq]

What are those chords you're playing, Stefan?

[@C-Lyfe85]

@ Stefan Guy What's the name of the girl who sung this cover? She took to the song down on her KZbin page

[@stefanguy]

Typical lol 🤦🏾‍♂️. It’s Strangers by Sigrid :)

[@C-Lyfe85]

@@stefanguy No, I mean the artist covering the song. I like you two's version better than that pop version.

[@CharlyOkosi]

Awesome job my friend!! So you started out with only her raw vocal? I'm guessing you found the key of the original just wondering

[@jackbodemeaid185]

Can you recommend any affordable DAWS?

[@jackbodemeaid185]

Great video aswell btw learned a lot

[@stanleyassor3172]

is that an MXL u r using?

[@phillysmallz1]

I've got an akai mini mpk2, just started using it. It's all set up but I'm having trouble loading my sounds onto my keys. for example I'll choose the drum kit designer but when I select the kick it doesn't bring it up on any of my keys, really weird, I'm new to this and just trying to figure out how it all works when putting a track together on logic with this akai.

[@AnkhManRaw]

Spot on, I wouldn't add anything extra wouldn't want to take away from her vocals.

[@stefanguy]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@morenaso1]

What's the name of that bass in Monark?

[@commanderreventon2305]

It's called Evolet Bass.

[@brandonbrinson6668]

I have Logic Pro X, but how do I locate giant piano on there???

[@FreshRichi]

SHANDAHLAH!!! My Chwest!!! LOL Stef the production level is OVER 9000!!! 🔥🔥🔥 and Shandah!!! Hmm got us listeners speaking in tongues! Haha #CreatingVocalSauceFromDay! Bless!!! (^^,)v 💙👑🙅🏾‍♂️

[@stefanguy]

Hahahaha!!! Yes brother!!!!! Thank you man appreciate it! 😂😂😂 Yeah Shandah killed it man! Much love brother!