If you’re into making music then there’s no argument there are a huge wealth of tools out there these days. But with everybody and their dog now trying their hand at making tunes, without some guidance, it could be a long and difficult road to ever stand out from the crowd.

One easy way to know you are on the right track is to use samples direct from the masters, and breaks heroes Aquasky are happily providing just that with the first sample collection in the new Loopmasters: Artist Series.

What makes this all a bit more exciting is that alongside the 500 MB’s worth of original material, the artist have been asked to include a track made entirely from the samples to prove what can be done. Aquasky’s recent single Have a Good Time on Passenger Records was made in this way and comes with the package.

Could be a good stocking filler for the producer in the family if you’re not into exploring it all to yourself. Each one in the series costs around £30 with the likes of Marshall Jefferson, Trafik and deep house artists Harley and Muscle confirmed for future releases.