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How to become a music producer
Songwriting, Music Production

Start producing music at home: Beginner’s guide 2025

Music production is more accessible than ever. Gone are the days when making a track meant booking studio time or buying racks of gear. Now, with just a laptop, a pair of headphones, and some free software, anyone can start producing music from home.

In this guide, I’ll walk you through the essentials for setting up your first home studio — including how to choose the right computer, pick a beginner-friendly DAW, and start working with core audio tools like EQ, compression, and MIDI. You’ll also get access to a free DAW tutorial from Grammy-winning engineer Chris Kasych to help you hit the ground running.