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News | May 09, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

The Korg Monologue has a hidden game that uses the step sequencer and the built-in display. This powerful, budget monophonic analog synthesizer always seems to have an extra trick up its sleeve!

Review | May 09, 2017 by Matt Vanacoro

Can a $20 iPad synth really sound as big and impressive as something costing much more? Matt Vanacoro set out to discover the truth... and was pleasantly surprised.

Tutorial | May 09, 2017 by Joshua Casper

Here are 3 incredibly useful techniques to use while working inside Ableton Live that will help you make music better, faster, and more efficiently. 

News | May 09, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

So you want a modelled piano instrument for that Freddie Mercury or Adele sound? Waves Audio have you covered with their emulation of the Fazioli F228 with the Grand Rhapsody Piano plugin.

Tutorial | May 09, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Hooking up computers, audio feeds and even turntables to your MPC Live requires some familiarity with the rear panel. Booker Edwards Jr is here to help you out.

News | May 09, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

Trust D16 to come out with a multi-tap delay plugin that resembles a step sequencer with 16 delay lines that have independent controls! This is one plugin you should check out.

Review | May 08, 2017 by Rich Tozzoli

Sometimes a special kind of reverb is called for to get just the character you want. Rich Tozzoli springs into action with a guide to five of the best, well, springs!

News | May 08, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

Ableton have launched an interactive website aimed at novice producers and musicians to help them learn music theory fundamentals. AskAudio's music theory courses are the perfect next level tutorials.

Tutorial | May 08, 2017 by Matt Vanacoro

Stumped by samplers? Confused by choice? Matt Vanacoro is here to guide you through some of the very best virtual samplers he has ever used.

News | May 08, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

Many synths are eagerly awaited. That's an understatement when it comes to the Behringer Minimoog Model D clone. The good news is this mini monster is now apparently getting ready to ship!

News | May 08, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

Say hello to this wonderful, retro-looking synthesizer made using Teensy and a 3D printer. Watch it in action to appreciate how good this polyphonic synthesizer actually sounds.

Review | May 07, 2017 by James Hopkins

This collection of macro-enabled patches for NI's Massive will deliver unique sounds - just be sure you put the effort into making them your own.

Tutorial | May 07, 2017 by Jay Asher

Notating swing has always been difficult, and various techniques have emerged over the years. Jay Asher explains what they are and how to approach this task.

News | May 07, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

If you own Reaktor 6, and even if you don't, and want to morph beats together for complex and interesting rhythmic textures, Flintpope's new Drumlines instrument is well worth checking out.

News | May 07, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

Drum machines and synths are precious and deserve lots of care! If you have a Roland TR-606 or TB-303 you can show them how you feel and give them a sexy exterior with a full metal jacket case.