Get started with Reason 13: A step-by-step guide!

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Published 2024-06-24

Reason 13 is finally out and Chris Reed is here to bring you a hip hop beat tutorial that will not only show you everything new in Reason 13 but will also show you step by step how you can make beats with all these new features. Reason 13 has a host of new features and productivity improvements sure to help those already familiar with the program create music even faster than before. With Polytone Dual Layer Synthesizer and Ripley Space Delay, users can experience an increase in creativity in Reason 13. For those times you wish you had a little more gain, or a little more width in your stereo field, or maybe a little more pump in your sidechain, Reason 13’s three new tools, Gain Tool, Stereo Tool, and Sidechain Tool provide just what you need in a pinch. Check out this step by step guide on creating beats in Reason 13.

Chapters:

0:00 What’s New?
1:08 Step 1 Adding Drums
2:51 New: Sequencer (Edit Area)
4:03 Midi Note Tools
6:09 Automation Controller Selection
6:43 New: Browser
9:04 New: Polytone Dual Layer Synthesizer
10:03 Step 2: Adding Melody
10:50 Step 3: Adding Chords
11:27 Polytone Patches
12:09 Step 4: Adding 808 Bass
13:06 Step 5: Layering Sounds
14:00 Step 6: Adding Snare Roll & SFX
15:04 New: Ripley Space Delay
16:16 New: Stereo Tool
16:53 Step 7: Sequencing The Beat
17:39 New: Sidechain Tool
19:36 Step 8 Level The Beat (Mixing)
20:04 New Gain Tool
21:00 Step 9: Finishing the Beat

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All Comments (21)

@MrNibZz 21 days ago

Great tutorial! You always give great insight
@taplubambhos2869 28 days ago

Yo we need that black Friday sale. Its too expensive even as an upgrade
@thrillerboyrecords 21 days ago

❤ the tutorial ❤the new features of Reason 13 workflow. The software is undeniable rewarding thanks Chris for sharing your tips.
@mikekohlgraf4737 21 days ago

Awesome walkthrough. Love that little beat, too!
@TheLaser373 21 days ago

12 update was last update I paid!
@snackmsc 21 days ago

Thanks Chris, love your light tone.
@DavidGloshinski-ri3vd 21 days ago

Great tutorial! Definitely more on Polytone and Ripley would be welcomed!
@regmonmusic 21 days ago

Excellent!
@nelsonferencic7169 21 days ago

Thank you, Chris! Thank you! Thank you!
@maveric_Reason 21 days ago

great video. Cheers to all Reason Dudes out there <3
@Rome.Monroe 21 days ago

Okay. I get it now. Ripley is an upgrade to both the Echo AND the RV7000. Wow. getting my copy this week.
@audiomon 21 days ago

Nice vibe and very good presentation!
@doktorgroove1258 21 days ago

The new features of Reason 13, like the new browser with tags or the new devices, are all pretty cool! Nevertheless, it’s not an option for me at the moment because I am in the fortunate position of not having to be productive FAST. 😆 In addition, some features, such as the fading of the sound layers in Polytone, can also be realized with other on-board resources from Reason. Still a great release and a cool video Chris! 🎉
@KlaBoi-qj8oh 21 days ago

No better teacher of Reason Studio in these streets. Nice practical tutorial of what in Reason 13 stands out.
@user-iv7bi7wg1i 21 days ago

I hate to bring up STEM separation. But it would be nice Reason Studio Daddy 🤣. Other than that....An outstanding update. Ripley is awesome! I can't say enough about the ease of use with SideChain Tool, Gain Tool, and Stereo Tool!!!
@jhcmusicii6181 21 days ago

Nice tasty beat man.
@simon_esse896 21 days ago

Good Job Reason!...🎼🎸💯🔥 Nice Overview 👍
@rosyrhodesmusic 21 days ago

Yes please show a video on ripley's delay, and I commend you on your tutorial video I haven't gotten to try reason through Keene yet how's my computer broke down but this video is an exciting preview
@juicerox 21 days ago

I'm loving the 13 update. Reason has never felt more complete to me than now.
@patwebb882 10 days ago

Great Video CB👍🏾👍🏾The window for the instrument, effects and utilities can barely fit the name of the device in it.. it’s in need of an upgrade as well however it seems it would be natural to just hover the pointer over the side browser and click, a prompt will then automatically ask if you want to turn on or off this feature to enable the side horizontal browser to pop out just in that general side area to be resizable while in use then will automatically zoom back in position once the program detects you are now back to other perimeters of the DAW.(mixer, rack or sequencer). I think that will better utilize the new 3-D upgrades to visually be able to read and see graphics better and overall be a really appreciated and great upgrade to reason 13’s next update.. and I have more later.