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Focusrite Simplifies Red Audio Interface and Pro Tools HD Combinations

Now Focusrite Red 4Pre or Red 8Pre audio interface owners can take advantage of a free Pro Tools | DigiLink I/O License!

Stevie Wonder Surprises Grayson Erhard Singing Superstition. Probably The Best Thing At NAMM

Imagine singing Stevie Wonder's Superstition on stage at NAMM. What a great privilege that'd be... then imagine Stevie Wonder joins you on stage to sing with you. It happened and here's the video.

Mastering? Avoid This Common Mistake For Better Productions

Doing everything yourself can lead to a loss of perspective on the direction of your final master. Watch Joe Albano explain why this can be a problem, and how to fix it!

11 Top Synths, Sequencers & Controllers From NAMM 2017

Here's our selection of our favorite 11 new synths, sequencers, controllers announced, previewed or released at NAMM 2017.

TipTop Audio Releases New Z8000 Matrix Sequencer Synth Module

The new Z8000 from TipTop Audio maintains the original circuitry but adds output range adjustment switches on the back and a new colored look which help highlight the sections.

Specialwaves Smart & Sexy Modular MIDI Controller Now On Kickstarter

It's finally here! The Specialwaves Mine and Mine S modular MIDI controllers which took the internet by storm when we announced last year is finally available via Kickstarter. Prices & details below.

Gino Robair Enables Group Modular Synthesizer Performance In Noise Collective Workshop

Performing with a modular synth can be tricky. Once you begin adding multiple performers then it becomes even more interesting. Here's a performance with Gino Robair enabling multiple performers.

Propellerhead Reason FREE 9.2 Update Includes New Plug-In SDK

There's a new breed of instrument coming to Propellerhead Reason, and it's thanks to the updated SDK 2.5 for rack extensions that allows user sample loading and sampling amongst other features.

Gorgeous & Affordable Solid Wood Stands & Side Panels For Almost Every Synth You Can Imagine

Give your synth or music machine pride of place in your studio with these beautifully crafted solid wood stands and end panels which are more affordable than you might think.

NAMM 2017: Hotone's XTOMP Is An App-Connected Stompbox

XTOMP is a guitar pedal and processor with a few tricks up its sleeve including Bluetooth, USB, looping and a dedicated app for managing all your preset models.

This Is NOT The World's First Mechanical Sequencer, But It'll Still Blow Your Mind

BAM BAM is a mechanical sequencer that beats real drums with up to 14 parts. It utilises Piezo contact microphones, a drum module, and a triggered MIDI keyboard for the bass line. And it's very cool!

NAMM 2017: See iConnectivity Debut The New spinXLR Interface Designed For Vinyl

If you use turntables in any part of your production or performance setup you'll definitely want to check out this affordable new specialist interface from iConnectivity.

Buchla Demos Aux In Card For Buchla Easel Music System at NAMM 2017

Add even more functionality to your Buchla Music Easel system with this unique and multi-functional AUX expander card.

Pittsburgh Modular Combine East & West Coast Synthesis in New Lifeforms Synthesizers

Bringing east coast and west coast synthesis to life, and reality, in one system is what the new Lifeforms Foundation synths from Pittsburgh Modular do. Here's all the details.

Review: NuGen MasterCheck Pro

Nasty surprises when streaming your own music could be a thing of the past thanks to MasterCheck Pro with advanced metering and realtime codec previewing.