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5 of the Most Analog-Sounding Soft Synths
Can software sound as good as hardware? These are the most analog-sounding soft synths. The Most Analog-Sounding Soft Synthsu-he DivaAudioThing SX1000Acustica Audio ThingSoftube Model 84Brainworx...
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Protility, Mix Locker, Colours: Free Plugins of the Week
Protility is a free audio toolkit that makes short work of many essential mixing tasks! This week’s edition of Free Plugins also brings you an all-in-one mixing suite and a unique additive synth....
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AIAIAI Unit-4 Wireless+ Studio Monitors – Deal & Review
The AIAIAI Unit-4 Wireless+ is a rather unusual pair of studio monitors that combines a number of interesting concepts. The idea behind the Unit-4 Wireless+ can be summed up in one sentence: active...
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Ableton Live 12.2: Chords, Browser, Bounce-to-Track & More – Review!
Ableton presents Live 12.2, the next major version of its DAW for music producers, musicians, sound designers, and live performers (get all editions here). This release also improves compatibility...
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Behringer LM Drum: Is the LinnDrum Clone Really That Great? Review!
The Behringer LM Drum brings the legendary sound of the LinnDrum into the present, combining classic sounds with modern features. With 109 authentic drum sounds, a 64-step sequencer, and an analog...
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5 of the Best Streaming Services for DJs
Thinking of signing up for a streamer? The one you choose will largely depend on the genre of music you play. These are five of the best streaming services for DJs. Best Streaming Services for...
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Best Gigging Guitars: 5 Reliable Options for Live Use
The best gigging guitars should be useable, reliable and good to play. Here, we’ve got all of those qualities, and we’ve also considered value for money. Best Gigging GuitarsFender Malibu Player...
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5 of the Weirdest Synths Out There: Get Your Tweak On
Looking for inspiration? Embrace the strange with these five odd balls, the weirdest synths on the market today. The Weirdest Synths Out ThereMake Noise StregaElta Music Solar 42FMoog...
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Orange Gate, Akira Tube, Magic Carpet: Free Plugins of the Week
Vain Audio has updated the free Orange Gate plugin with some powerful new features. This week’s roundup of freebies also brings you a free tube saturator and a trippy multi-layer delay. Free Plugins...
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The Best P90 Guitars You Can Buy Today!
The P90 pickup delivers some of the most desirable clean guitar tones out there. Originally conceived by Gibson way back in 1946, the P90 has been featured many different models, many of which have...
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External Effects in Ableton Live Made Easy!
Why should I integrate external effects into Ableton Live? There are tons of plugins out there, and the devices that come with the DAW and Max for Live are just as good and sufficient! That’s a valid...
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How to Record Drums: The Best Equipment, Techniques, and Tips!
Learning how to record drums, especially acoustic drums, is still one of the most difficult challenges for many beginning producers and engineers. Check out our workshop! How to Record Drums – The...
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Best Beginner Gear for Aspiring Guitarists
This pick for the best beginner gear will guide you through the purchasing options when looking at starting your next hobby. As a player or a parent, stick around for our picks. Best Beginner Gear:...
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Tyrell N6 Update, Psicogramma Key, HALO 3D Pan: Free Plugins of the Week
The u-he Tyrell N6 is a long-standing freeware favorite. After years of neglect, the developer has finally released a long-awaited update to bring it up to modern specs. Other freebies this week...
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Best Portable Keyboard Controllers 2025: MIDI Keyboards for Your Hand Luggage
Like to travel light? A portable keyboard controller fits in your hand luggage and lets you get creative in your favorite DAW software wherever you are. These are our favorite portable keyboard...
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Re-Amping: The Studio Secret to a Better Sound
Recording the perfect synthesizer, guitar or bass sound can be a real challenge. Often, after recording, the desired character, dynamics, or punch is missing from the mix. If you are thinking of...
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Dreamtonics Synthesizer V Studio 2 Pro: Can AI Really Sing? Reviewed!
Dreamtonics takes Synthesizer V Studio 2 Pro to the next level with a revised version of its AI-powered vocal engine. The software promises even more naturalism, control and direct workflow when...
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The Best 3 DJ DAWs: Perfect and Polish Your DJ Mixes
Craft the perfect studio mix with DJ DAWs, purpose-built digital audio workstations for DJs. After reading this, you’ll wonder how you ever got along without one. DJ DAWsWhy Do You Need a DJ...
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Why Are Scales Important on Guitar? Secrets You Should Know
Why are scales important on guitar? We don’t like learning them, but they sure are good to know! Let’s take a closer look. Guitar Scales Major and Minor PentatonicBlues ScaleDexterity and StrengthNeck...
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Kilohearts Clipper, Bouncer, Tymee: Free Plugins of the Week
This week’s roundup of the best free plugins brings you a free Clipper plugin for the Kilohearts ecosystem, a versatile sidechain pumping effect, and a useful delay. Check out Kilohearts Clipper,...
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