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Review | Sep 14, 2016 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

Many guitarists have switched to virtual plug-ins for studio recording and live work. Mercuriall hits the scene with the U530 plug-in, so how does it stack up against the real and virtual competition?

Tutorial | Sep 14, 2016 by Jay Asher

Handclaps can be heard in all genres and styles of music. In this quick tutorial, Jay Asher explores how to easily and quickly create handclaps that sound great.

News | Sep 14, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Reason users. You can now be get even more intimate with your Ableton Live-wielding friends thanks to Reason 9.1's marquee new feature: Ableton Link. Watch the video and read more below.

News | Sep 14, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

The Kickstarter campaign for the BopPad smart drum pad reached its Kickstarter goal in just 3 days! Find out more about this collaboration between BeBop Sensors and Keith McMillen Instruments.

News | Sep 14, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Good news if you're tempted to buy an awesome UA Apollo Rackmount Interface. Along with your shiny new interface you can currently pick any Unison Preamp Plug-In for FREE!

News | Sep 13, 2016 by Martin Sitter

Pittsburgh Modular plugs the only hole in their Lifeforms Eurorack Analog Synth Series with a new Percussion Sequencer Drum Machine Module.

Review | Sep 13, 2016 by Noah Pred

Bengal from Max for Cats is a flexible, polyphonic semi-modular FM synthesizer that's going to get you purring with its delicious pads and growling with its roaring basses. Noah Pred tames the beast.

Tutorial | Sep 13, 2016 by Joe Albano

When you want your converted audio to MIDI tracks to really shine in Logic Pro X it pays to use some tried and tested tips and tricks. In this tutorial, Joe Albano shows you how.

News | Sep 13, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

It's long been acknoledged that the human voice is one of, if not the, most impressive musical instrument. This man creates possibly the most impressive soundscapes you could imagine.

Review | Sep 12, 2016 by Matt Vanacoro

The Icon Pro Audio QCon Pro X is a control surface with motorised faders fit for most DAWs that is built like a tank in a good way! Matt Vanacoro gives it an in-depth review along with video.

News | Sep 12, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

The internet has been divided since Roland introduced the new ACB-powered TR-09 rhythm composer on 9th September. Many want comparisons between it and the original 909. This video goes one better.

Tutorial | Sep 12, 2016 by Joshua Casper

So you're fascinated with the idea of DIY MIDI controllers or devices that can interface with Ableton Live or any DAW... but don't know where or how to start? Makey Makey does the hard work for you.

News | Sep 12, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

If you're into Eurorack, modular synths and curious to see and hear Pittsburgh Modular eurorack modules in action, and have your questions answered, this FREE live webinar masterclass is for you.

News | Sep 12, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

The NanoKontrol Studio XL script adds Ableton Live mixer, device and session control to Korg's latest USB MIDI and wireless portable controller. There's lots to love here thanks to Sigabort!

Review | Sep 11, 2016 by Matt Vanacoro

If you've got $1,000 to burn on a hardware synth which one/ones should you choose? Matt Vanacoro showcases his favorite 10 choices here.