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News | Jan 16, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

One the 19th January 2017 at NAMM Elektron are going to reveal their latest music machine. We don't know what it is, even from looking at this blurry teaser picture... but perhaps we could guess...

News | Jan 16, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

With NAMM 2017 so close we can almost taste it, Percussa have announced their new hardware digital modular synthesizer system, Synthor System 8. Here's what we know so far.

Review | Jan 16, 2017 by Joe Albano

KRK's studio monitors are known for their striking design. But do the new V8 S4 models sound as good as they look? Joe Albano finds out.

Tutorial | Jan 16, 2017 by Hollin Jones

How do oscillators work when designing bass sounds? Multiplier demystifies the process with a quick and easy-to-follow video.

News | Jan 15, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

Here's a scoop on the latest news for the modular MIDI controller, Mine, from Specialwaves first revealed in late November 2016. Interest was astronomical, so we spoke with the team who reveal more.

Review | Jan 15, 2017 by Noah Pred

Drums sound best with plenty of punch. We put Surreal Machines' latest Max for Live effects, Crack and Impact, through their paces.

Tutorial | Jan 15, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Mastering is the crucial last step in the production process. Here are some mastering apps that you should definitely check out.

News | Jan 15, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

The impact of social media networks on the world is being felt acutely of late. From politics to social justice (or injustice), but also on the music industry as Trent Reznor explains.

News | Jan 14, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

Two of the biggest announcements for NAMM 2017 have come to us before the NAMM show has begun. Here's hands-on video previews of the new Akai Pro MPC X and MPC Live.

Review | Jan 14, 2017 by Matt Vanacoro

Spoiler alert: The new Modo Bass from IK Multimedia is an incredibly good physical modeling bass instrument. The sound is excellent and it has a high level of tonal flexibility too.

Tutorial | Jan 14, 2017 by Sara Simms

An opening DJ set is an art form and considered one of the most challenging DJ sets to play. Opening DJs need to set the mood, warm up an empty venue and gradually coax people onto the dance floor.

News | Jan 14, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

If you're looking for ways to create rhythmic and melodic parts in the clip editor in Ableton Live then Isotonik Studios have you covered with MIDI Modulators. Here's info about the Max4Live device.

News | Jan 14, 2017 by Rounik Sethi

This genius, free, open-source tool, SendMIDI, from Geert Bevin is going to make life so much easier for developers or anyone wishing to send MIDI messages straight from their computer's command line.

Review | Jan 13, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Korg's Wavestation was a true beast, and now it's back in app form. But have they managed to cage this 90s classic?

Tutorial | Jan 13, 2017 by Jason Turbin