Tutorial | Feb 18, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

Time management can be something we overlook or even actively get wrong when working on music. Here, G.W Childs shares five of his top tips for making better use of your time and energy.

Tutorial | Feb 13, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

If you're more of a producer than a player, NI's Flesh can help you build your rhythmic samples into whole tracks. G.W Childs explains how it's done.

Tutorial | Feb 11, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

A careful blend of encouragement and tough love can be required if your vocalist turns up poorly prepared. Here are some tips to get them up to speed and get the best take possible.

Review | Feb 10, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

A pair of good quality monitoring headphones are a must for any music producer. But was G.W Childs suitably impressed with the Fostex T60RPs and their mahogany cups?

Review | Jan 23, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

Going far beyond what a regular MIDI controller can offer, Artiphon's Instrument 1 opens up a whole new world of performance. G.W Childs is suitably impressed...

Review | Jan 21, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

Sometimes only a real hardware synth will do when it comes to live performance. Here are 5 classics that have served G.W Childs well over the years.

Review | Jan 17, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

A third party audio-to-MIDI extractor tool can be just the ticket for getting more control over your tracks. So how would LESounds' Groove Extractor measure up?

Tutorial | Jan 10, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

Bouncing audio with effects and then editing the resulting audio clips is a trick that some producers have been using for years. Here's a practical example of how it works in Live.

Tutorial | Dec 17, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Computers weren't always king - for many years, a hardware keyboard workstation was the dream item for players and producers. Here are 5 classics and a trip down memory lane.

Review | Dec 14, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

A natural-hammer weighted keyboard with a huge sound library, slick sampler, loads of drums and amazing effects. It even has an audio interface - what's not to like?

Tutorial | Dec 10, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Playing by ear can be tricky to master but it's a great skill to have. Here are 5 tips to help you on your way to being a more instinctive player.

Review | Dec 08, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

This clever EQ can extract curves from your favourite hits to let you see how they have been processed. How would G.W Childs get on with Kilohearts Carve EQ?

Tutorial | Nov 28, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

The Europa Shapeshifting Synth in Reason 10 is a powerhouse instrument with almost endless possibilities. Here, learn how to make a rhythmic patch that sounds great.

Tutorial | Nov 16, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Learning more about the business side of music can help you earn money and raise your profile. Here's some tips for how to become a promoter and have fun doing it!

Tutorial | Nov 14, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

So you've captured a great performance off the cuff, but didn't record to a click. All is not lost however, as Ableton's Warp feature can be used to correct timing mistakes even over a long time.