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Tutorial | Sep 17, 2016 by Matt Vanacoro

Is the grass always greener on the other side of the DAW fence? Not always... but here's 4 features that'll have users of other DAWs looking enviously in the direction of Cakewalk Sonar.

Review | Sep 17, 2016 by Joe Albano

Without further ado here's seven of our favorite high-end, analog, hardware compressors. This list includes vintage models and some units that are out of production.

News | Sep 16, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

We're sad to report that one of the greatest synthesizer designers and makers, Don Buchla, has passed away today.

News | Sep 15, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

If you have the Roland Boutique JU-06 synthesizer then you can get a standalone and VST MIDI editor and remote control for less than 6 Euros! Watch the video below to see this in action.

Review | Sep 15, 2016 by Gary Hiebner

Think of controllers and Novation and you probably think about their capable Launchpad and Launchpad Pro Ableton Live controllers/instruments. If you want keys? The Launchkey mkII aims to please.

Tutorial | Sep 15, 2016 by Matt Vanacoro

If you feel intimidated by synthesis and patch bays and find you're excusing yourself from conversations about them, now is the time to face your fear and discover your inner synth power.

News | Sep 15, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

The widely praised earphones, previously featured in natural brass and palladium colorways, are now available PVD-coated in black chrome for $199

News | Sep 15, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Melo Audio, creators of the excellent Tone Shifter 3, have turned their attention to innovative microphones. Lolly is a portable & easy-to-use digital 3D mic with adaptive recording for smart phones.

Review | Sep 15, 2016 by Hollin Jones

Tutorial | Sep 15, 2016 by Rich Tozzoli

Do you need all the latest and greatest gear to create the perfect guitar or production sound in general? The gear can help, but as Rich Tozzoli explains it's about choosing the right gear for you.

News | Sep 15, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Not all free audio plugins are created equal. But you can be sure when iZotope release a freebie it's going to be useful. Neutrino is a spectral shaping plugin that you can download now. FREE.

News | Sep 15, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Ableton Certified Trainer Timo Preece is holding a 2 day Master Class for Ableton Live users in Edinburgh, Scotland on 24/25 September 2016.

News | Sep 15, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

IK Multimedia tell us their new iRig HD 2 provides plug & play simplicity with 96kHz sound, integrated headphone output, a 1/4" amp out with dual mode switch, plus full AmpliTube versions and more.

News | Sep 15, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

OK. Maybe he’s slightly exaggerated the age (we won’t trust him about his vintage wine collection now), but this Ableton Live Drum rack from AfroDJMac is well worth checking out.

News | Sep 14, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Output are back with a bang. Their new instrument, Substance, is a new type of Bass Engine for producers and sound designers alike. As you'd expect Output have created something pretty impressive.