How I Built a Music Tech Company with 100K Users (No Code, No CTO)
By Ms Mavy — DJ, Producer, Afroplug Founder 🔥 The Vision I started Afroplug not with code, not with funding, but with a vision:To empower music producers who are often overlooked — especially those who create Afro, Latin, Caribbean, and Diaspora sounds. The ones like me. I’m a DJ, a producer, an artist from Cameroon
Why Most Music Tech Startups Fail (And How I Survived)
By Ms Mavy, Founder of Afroplug When I launched Afroplug, I didn’t have investors.No paid ads.Startup incubators (Wallifornia, Music Tech Europe) yes : but $0 funds given behind me. Just an idea, a real problem to solve, and the willingness to learn everything I didn’t know yet. Today, Afroplug has reached over 100,000 users worldwide.Not
How I Got 100K Clients with My Music Tech Startup – No Ads, No Investors
When I launched Afroplug, I had no investors.No marketing budget.No growth hack playbook. Just a laptop, passion, a clear mission, and consistency. Today, in 4 Years: Afroplug has reached over 100,000 music creators worldwide — and we’re still bootstrapped. This blog post shares the real story behind that growth.And if you’re building something too, my new ebook
How to Master Your Beats in Logic Pro (Step-by-Step Guide)
So your beat is mixed and sounds clean — but it still doesn’t hit like the pros?That’s where mastering comes in. In this guide, you’ll learn how to master your beats in Logic Pro, even if you’re working from your bedroom studio. 🎛️ Step 1: Use a Reference Track Choose a song in the same genre as your beat (Afrobeats,
How to Mix Your Log Drums (With Log Drums X & Amavibe)
Log drums are the heartbeat of Amapiano — deep, bouncy, and hypnotic. But if you don’t mix them right, they can sound either too muddy or too flat. In this guide, you’ll learn how to mix your log drums like a pro, using our exclusive Afroplug plugins: Log Drums X and Amavibe. 🎧 Step 1:
Log Drums X: Best Free VST Plugin for Amapiano, Gqom & Afrofusion
In the world of music production, finding high-quality tools without breaking the bank can be a challenge. Enter Log Drums X, the best free VST plugin designed specifically for producers who want to incorporate powerful log drum sounds into their tracks. Whether you’re working on Amapiano, Gqom, Afrofusion, or any genre that requires deep, rhythmic
Percussions X: The Free Percussion VST You Need.
Percussions X: The Free Percussion VST You Need Something Huge is here. And It’s Free. There’s a sound. A rhythm. It’s the heartbeat of every track you love. From Afrobeats to Drill, from cinematic soundscapes to soulful house grooves — percussion is the secret sauce. It drives the energy, tells the story, and brings your
How to Produce Reggae Dub Beats with Afroplug Loops & Plugins
Reggae Dub is more than just a genre—it’s a deep, spiritual groove that echoes through delay, reverb, and heavy basslines. With the right tools, even beginners can recreate that mystical, echo-filled vibe. In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to produce authentic Reggae Dub beats using Afroplug loops and plugins. 1. Understand the Core Elements
How to Make Funana Beats
Funana is a lively and energetic music genre originating from Cape Verde. It is known for its fast tempo, syncopated rhythms, and vibrant melodies, making it a key part of Cape Verdean culture. The genre is traditionally played with instruments like the accordion, percussion, and bass guitar. In this guide, we’ll walk through how to
How to Make 3 Step Afrohouse & Amapiano Beats
Amapiano, a genre that emerged from South Africa, has taken the world by storm with its catchy rhythms, soulful melodies, and infectious basslines. While it has become a global sensation, Amapiano’s roots are deeply embedded in the culture and creativity of South Africa. The 3-step Amapiano beat, in particular, is one of the most iconic