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Review | Jun 28, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

A sample pack made up of plenty of synthesized drones and environments, Tidal by Umlaut Audio is an affordable way to fill gaps in tracks or even use for your own sound design.

Tutorial | Jun 28, 2018 by Noah Pred

Sometimes overlooked in the slew of bigger new features, devices like Shaper and Note Echo in Live 10 can bring whole new dimensions to your productions. Here's how.

Tutorial | Jun 28, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

Loopop is back with a supercharged video with 9 super synth tips with the Arturia MatrixBrute. It's a great collection of tips and tricks and perfect as a precursor to our MatrixBrute video courses.

News | Jun 28, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

Years in the making, this fully-featured iOS synth not only sounds amazing, it's completely free and open source. This could be the start of something huge.

News | Jun 27, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

This wooden stand for the Behringer Model D cleverly includes the Arturia KeyStep MIDI controller, uses the same wood as the original Moog Model D and combines form and function at a reasonable price.

News | Jun 27, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Online mastering and distribution service LANDR now offers free rights management for all cover versions when you release music through their platform.

Tutorial | Jun 27, 2018 by Anatol Locker

Loops have formed the bedrock of many musical genres, but what if you want to take them to the next level? Here are 8 top tips for going beyond loop-based music.

News | Jun 27, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

What could Moog Music possibly create that would be of interest to the synth playing community? How about an 8 and 16 voice polyphonic analog synthesizer with tons of features and a price to match?

News | Jun 27, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Designed for those getting into scoring and composition as well as established producers looking for more sounds, this affordable library works with NI's software and hardware.

News | Jun 27, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Use the Path Editor to control the virtual movement of any sound with this plugin - and much more besides. Here's the lowdown on Traveler from Tonsturm.

News | Jun 26, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

With new noise-cancelling AirPods and studio quality over-ear headphones planned for release in 2019, Apple could be finally forging ahead seriously in the headphone space.

Review | Jun 26, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

Output's latest virtual instrument has a twist - it's cloud-based and delivers new content to you every single day. But how does that work in practice? G.W Childs found out.

Tutorial | Jun 26, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Serial compression is a great technique for controlling the dynamics of any sound in your mix. Here, Alex Solano demonstrates the process in action.

News | Jun 26, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Join Endorphin.es and Todd Barton for a deep dive into the Shuttle synthesizer and a chance to win endorphin modular gear during the MasterClass.

News | Jun 25, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

Imagine subscribing to the DVD content of Beat Magazine and owning the plugins you download during that time. That includes top audio effect and instrument plugins and even DAWs from time to time.