Some people think you should avoid quantization at all costs, while others utilize it to help add a certain character to to their groove. There is a lot of stigma surrounding this process. You’ve also probably pondered the age old question, “to quantize or not to quantize?”. In the world of modern music making, you’ve most likely crossed paths with a process a process called quantization.
Full disclaimer, this article may not be as useful to the advanced producers out there, but if you are a beginner, or maybe even intermediate, this article is worth a read.
If you haven’t checked it out already, you can read the first installment of the series here. Welcome yall to the second installment of the groove theory series where we explore ways to get more groove and bop from your tracks.