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Review | Sep 26, 2016 by Matt Vanacoro

Universal Audio's Apollo Twin USB audio interface pressed all our buttons when we reviewed it for Mac. Now it and the Satellite USB are available for Windows PC. Matt Vanacoro finds out how it fares.

News | Sep 26, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Softube's Modular brings the joys of eurorack modular synthesis to anyone with a Mac or PC computer. The latest update adds two new modules and some fixes for Windows 10 users.

Tutorial | Sep 26, 2016 by Joe Albano

If you're working between multiple DAWs it's fairly easy to transfer audio. But what about MIDI files? Joe Albano explains the how and why when sharing MIDI.

News | Sep 26, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

If you're partial, or brave enough, to a bit of DIY, then these stunning stands for the Korg volca machines will turn your head. Better yet, the creator has made the schematics available for everyone.

News | Sep 26, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

A collection of artists that make modular synthesisers and guitar pedals you'll actually want to use, WMD have come out with a mixer designed for Eurorack performers. Some very interesting features!

Review | Sep 25, 2016 by Sara Simms

Is it a controller? Is it a synth? The Roland A-01 is a small, portable MIDI controller and 8-bit sound generator with a step sequencer. Sara Simms finds out if it's as attractive to play as it looks.

News | Sep 25, 2016 by Timo Preece

Founded in 1982, the Berlin Atonal Festival arrived back in capital of Germany this year. Timo Preece braved the heat to explore what this visual and audio creator event had to offer.

Tutorial | Sep 25, 2016 by G.W. Childs IV

Original musical ideas are wonderful things, of course . But what if the initial inspiration is holding your track back from evolving? Here's 5 tips to help your music mature into finished tracks.

News | Sep 25, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Flintpope is getting quite a name for himself creating interesting Ableton Live packs, samples, instruments and Reaktor ensembles. His latest creation is Reichian for Native Instruments' Reaktor.

News | Sep 24, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

With this nifty workaround, you should be able to get some macOS Sierra 10.12 incompatible drivers and audio plug-ins working just fine.

Editorial | Sep 24, 2016 by Hollin Jones

Beginning our new series exploring musical genres and the influential artists and songs that have characterised and inspired us, Hollin Jones uncovers the beginnings of Hip Hop.

News | Sep 24, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Novation users and Ableton user rejoice! Isotonic's Sigabort is back with some control scripting magic to turn your Novation LaunchControl into an entirely useful controller for Ableton Live.

News | Sep 24, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

If you're looking for a directory of all remix contests online and/or want to host your own remix contest for free, then Kreasound has you covered. This might be the only site you need to check out.

Review | Sep 23, 2016 by Joe Albano

Waves Audio's Tune Real Time claims to provide no noticeable latency and excellent sonic results. A weighty promise that Joe Albano looks deeper into. Find out if it lives up to expectations?

Editorial | Sep 23, 2016 by Steve H

Publisher of AskAudio Academy, Steve H, shares his personal journey with synthesis, how he came to use Buchla synthesizers and explains the impact Don Buchla has had on the world today and tomorrow.