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Review | Aug 14, 2017 by Matt Vanacoro

This advanced touch-sensitive control surface works at a far higher resolution than a regular MIDI controller, and is also suitable for artistic applications. What's not to like?

News | Aug 14, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

Bringing the genius that is NOISS COKO into the Isotonik Studios collective only makes it stronger and more attractive as the new M4L Modulation pack and Sempler (free sampler) demonstrate.

News | Aug 13, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

Following on from the success of the DJ-808 Serato DJ controller, Roland have introduced the DJ-505 and DJ-202, both with classic 808 and 909 drum machine sounds and pads. Here's what you need to know

News | Aug 13, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

Prepare to be immersed in this 8 minute live video performance by Alina Kalancea featuring the Digitana SX-1. Expect evolving and strangely relaxing sonic atmospherics with some urgency.

News | Aug 13, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

It might feel like it's already been out since April... but the Novation Circuit Mono Station paraphonic analog synthesizer is now officially available worldwide!

Review | Aug 12, 2017 by Jay Asher

The latest offering from Best Service contains a wealth of multi-layered sampled orchestral instruments. Jay Asher put it to work creating some lush sounds for his productions.

News | Aug 12, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

This multi-screen monster of a synth, apparently running Xfer records Serum, has rightly caused a stir across the internet. And it's all down to DeadMau5.

News | Aug 11, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Join Spaceprodigi in this free, live MasterClass where she demonstrates how she goes from synth to song when producing music - and how she got into the Beatport top 100.

Tutorial | Aug 11, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Take the tedium out of sampling any source - real or virtual - and creating your own instruments with AutoSampler in MainStage and Logic Pro. Matt Vanacoro shows you how.

Review | Aug 11, 2017 by Sara Simms

This fully analog 8-channel mixer designed by Richie Hawtin is intended to be a true DJ's performance instrument. Sara Simms took in on the road to find out if it fits the bill.

News | Aug 11, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

Along comes another MIDI controller. But this one really is worth your time and attention. The Zvuk9, not yet launched, is an expressive, polyphonic controller with large pads and lots of potential.

News | Aug 11, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

With a saving of 75% available to those who act quickly, iZotope Ozone 7 Elements for just £21.95. If you haven't tried this mastering plug-in out, now could be the ideal time.

Review | Aug 10, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

The latest Max For Cats release is a semi-modular modelling synth that runs inside Ableton's DAW. But did it manage to win over G.W Childs?

News | Aug 10, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

It's here! Complete with wood side panels, the new Moog Minitaur analog bass synth is at version 2.2 which means there's new firmware, features and improvements all round. This video shows it off.

Tutorial | Aug 10, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Digital sound can sometimes be overly clean and clinical. Great for clarity, but not for vibe. Here are some ways you can reintroduce some character to your digitally recorded tracks.