Unlock cleaner mixes, bigger drops, and emotional builds with this step-by-step Progressive House tutorial inspired by DubVision-style aesthetics. Version 2 focuses on improved arrangement, sound design, and mixing techniques to help you create a polished, modern progressive house track. Follow the sections below in order and apply the example settings as starting points — trust your ears and tweak to taste.
| Section | Length | Zipl Usage | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 32 bars | No Zipl. Just filtered pads and kick. | | Build Up | 8 bars | Zipl enters as a 1/4 note rhythm. Volume automation rises. | | The Clap | 1 bar | Zipl stops. White noise sweep. | | Drop | 16 bars | Zipl plays every offbeat. Layer the "Reversed Zipl" before bar 1. | | Breakdown | 16 bars | Zipl is drenched in 100% wet reverb (automated). | | Second Drop | 16 bars | Zipl is doubled in octave (+12 semitones). | Unlock cleaner mixes, bigger drops, and emotional builds
The "Progressive House Techniques V2" tutorial by 789ten Dubvision is a comprehensive guide to creating professional-sounding progressive house tracks. By sharing his expertise on production techniques, strategies, and workflows, Dubvision provides a valuable resource for producers looking to improve their skills. | Section | Length | Zipl Usage |
: The tutorial covers the entire creative arc, from a rough concept into a complete progressive house breakdown, build-up, and drop. Tutorial Structure and Content Volume automation rises
In-depth demonstration of layering leads, rich piano chords, and basslines to achieve a full, "festival-ready" sound. Arrangement & Tension:
The tutorial is divided into several sections, covering topics such as: