News | Sep 09, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Great news for fans of Reaktor instruments - all of Blinksonic's innovative creations will now work in the free version of Reaktor Player, and they're affordable too. Here are the details.

Tutorial | Sep 08, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Gadget doesn't have audio tracks, but there's a clever workaround for slicing and sequencing audio loops anyway, and it harks back to the days of MIDI triggered hardware. Here's how it works.

Review | Sep 08, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Wireless is the way of the future for earphones, but has RHA cracked the problem of everyone having differently designed ears? They certainly think so with their new MA750 Wireless models.

News | Sep 07, 2017 by Hollin Jones

NI's new Maschine MkIII hardware boasts an extensive redesign with integrated audio interface, touch strips, large screens and more. Here are all the details plus a first look video.

News | Sep 07, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Large colour screens, audio previews, third-party DAW control and new physical pitch and mod wheels are just some of the additions to the second generation of Komplete Kontrol. Here's what's new.

News | Sep 07, 2017 by Hollin Jones

BandLab will be bringing live video streaming to its suite of online collaboration tools following its acquisition of chew.tv. Here are the details.

Tutorial | Sep 04, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Adding movement and effects to your pad sounds can really enhance a track by introducing more life and motion to the body of the music. Here's how to do it in any synth.

Review | Sep 03, 2017 by Hollin Jones

This nifty iOS app combines finger drumming with loop sequencing, live fx and even sample editing. Best of all, much of its functionality comes completely free. Hollin Jones investigates Remixlive.

News | Sep 01, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Watch this free MasterClass now to find out how Spaceprodigi approaches sampling analog synths into Ableton Live to create tracks. Then check out the full length lecture for even more.

Tutorial | Aug 31, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Cubase is one of the most powerful MIDI environments around yet is still approachable enough for even less experienced users to get to grips with . Here are some top MIDI programming tips.

News | Aug 30, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Learn the secrets of Novation's latest synth with a hands-on live video masterclass from product specialist Chris Calcutt. Enrol for free to watch and ask questions!

Tutorial | Aug 29, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Your kick drum is key to the sound of your house track. In this short video, Olav Basoski breaks down how to choose, shape and sculpt the perfect bass drum in Logic.

Tutorial | Aug 27, 2017 by Hollin Jones

iMaschine is a great iOS app for making beats and patterns on the move but if you want to really expand your project into a fully fledged song, here are some techniques you can use to do it. 

Interview | Aug 26, 2017 by Hollin Jones

As well as performing around the world, Swedish Duo Dada Life find time to remix, make albums and have even created some of their own plug-ins. We caught up with them to find out what makes them tick.

Tutorial | Aug 25, 2017 by Hollin Jones

NI's Symphony Essentials distils the best of its larger Symphony series into a more affordable and compact collection - but it still sounds great, as Matt Vanacoro demonstrates.