Hollin Jones

Hollin Jones

Hollin Jones was classically trained as a piano player but found the lure of blues and jazz too much to resist. Graduating from bands to composition then production, he relishes the chance to play anything with keys. A sometime lecturer in videographics, music production and photography post production, Hollin has been a freelance writer on music technology and Apple topics for well over a decade, along the way publishing several books on audio software. He has been lead writer at a number of prominent music and technology publications. As well as consultancy, full-time journalism, video production and professional photography, he occasionally plays Hammond, Rhodes and other keys for people who ask nicely. Hollin is Contributing Editor at Ask.Audio.

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Create Amazing Sample Performances In Maschine With This Sample Start Trick

By playing with the sample start time of a sample, the note repeat and mod wheel controls, it's possible to create some cool stutter-style sample sequences in Maschine. Find out how in this video.

Sonic Faction Announces Mod Squad - 20 Affordable New Modules For Ableton Live

What better way to expand your arsenal of instruments and effects in Ableton Live than with a great bundle of modules for under $70?

Cubase Tutorial: Working Free Of Your Computer

Cubase on your Mac or PC may be the heart of your studio but Steinberg has developed a number of cool apps running on iOS to help you work more creatively and flexibly. Here's how it happens.

Could SoundBrake 2.0 Mean You'll Never Miss A Call Or Delivery Again? (When Wearing Headphones)

Hello? Hello? HELLO? Yes, you've missed the door again because you were listening to music on your headphones. If only you'd had SoundBrake 2.0.

Review: Ampify Groovebox

We were excited to get our hands on Groovebox, the new music-making app from the team behind Launchpad for iOS. Happily, there's even more to it than meets the eye...

SynthRacks Adds Travel Case And Custom Build Service To Product Line

You need somewhere to keep your precious eurorack gear when you're on the road and also in the studio. These smart-looking cases now include a custom build option.

Songlines Ambient Pack For Reaktor Is An Eno-Esque Loop Collection And Synth For An Incredible $3.60

You don't get much for under $5... a cup of coffee, a newspaper... or a collection of 72 ambient loops plus a built-in monosynth for Reaktor!

Kameleono Is An Innovative Plug-In For Arpeggiation And MIDI Sidechaining In Any DAW

This clever plug-in is an arpeggiator, sidechain MIDI multi-effect and even has a built-in synth section. Check out the video of it in action.

How To Create Big Break Buildups For EDM In Ableton Live

If you've ever wondered how EDM producers create dynamics within their arrangements, this video on big break buildups will answer your questions!

Review: Waves F6 Floating-Band Dynamic EQ

The new F6 Floating-Band surgical dynamic EQ plug-in from Waves can be used for a wide range of applications '" and it's more affordable than you might be expecting.

Review: IK Multimedia iRig Pro I/O

The iRig Pro I/O aims to fulfil all your mobile and studio needs in an ultra-portable package and it comes with a generous software bundle too. Hollin Jones gave it a spin...

FREE Live Masterclass - Korg Volca Combos Tips & Tricks

Learn how Korg's Volca synths can work together and even how to perform live in public with them, with this FREE live masterclass.

Using VST Plug-ins In Your Propellerhead Reason Workflow

Reason users have been asking for VST support for years and now it's finally here, Hollin Jones shows you how to get up and running.

Interview: DivKid On Getting Started With Modular Synths And Building Your Own Setup

Ben Wilson AKA DivKid has spent years immersing himself in the world of modular synth hardware, and produced some excellent courses for Ask.Audio! We got his thoughts on all things modular.

How Logic Pro X's Track Stacks Can Revolutionise Your Workflow

If you've ever struggled to manage Logic Pro sessions when they get bigger, Track Stacks could very well be what you've been looking for. Joe Albano explains why.