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Review: Novation Launchkey mk II

Think of controllers and Novation and you probably think about their capable Launchpad and Launchpad Pro Ableton Live controllers/instruments. If you want keys? The Launchkey mkII aims to please.

Synthesizer Patch Bays: A Beginner's Guide

If you feel intimidated by synthesis and patch bays and find you're excusing yourself from conversations about them, now is the time to face your fear and discover your inner synth power.

Master & Dynamic Intros Brilliant Black ME05 Earphones When You Thought Wired Headphones Were Dead

The widely praised earphones, previously featured in natural brass and palladium colorways, are now available PVD-coated in black chrome for $199

Lolly: The World's First Digital 3D Microphone For Smart Phones?

Melo Audio, creators of the excellent Tone Shifter 3, have turned their attention to innovative microphones. Lolly is a portable & easy-to-use digital 3D mic with adaptive recording for smart phones.

Review: IK Multimedia iRig HD 2

Guitarists & Producers: It's Not The Gear... But It Can Really, Really Help

Do you need all the latest and greatest gear to create the perfect guitar or production sound in general? The gear can help, but as Rich Tozzoli explains it's about choosing the right gear for you.

Get iZotope Neutrino Spectral Shaping Plugin FREE

Not all free audio plugins are created equal. But you can be sure when iZotope release a freebie it's going to be useful. Neutrino is a spectral shaping plugin that you can download now. FREE.

Timo Preece To Give 2 Day Ableton Live Master Class in Scotland

Ableton Certified Trainer Timo Preece is holding a 2 day Master Class for Ableton Live users in Edinburgh, Scotland on 24/25 September 2016.

IK Multimedia Announces iRig HD 2, Digital Guitar Interface for iPhone, iPad, Mac & PC & iPhone 7

IK Multimedia tell us their new iRig HD 2 provides plug & play simplicity with 96kHz sound, integrated headphone output, a 1/4" amp out with dual mode switch, plus full AmpliTube versions and more.

1.3 Billion Year Old Polymoog Ableton Live Drum Rack from AfroDJMac

OK. Maybe he's slightly exaggerated the age (we won't trust him about his vintage wine collection now), but this Ableton Live Drum rack from AfroDJMac is well worth checking out.

Output Announces Substance, a Bass Engine For Modern Producers

Output are back with a bang. Their new instrument, Substance, is a new type of Bass Engine for producers and sound designers alike. As you'd expect Output have created something pretty impressive.

Review: Mercuriall Tube Amp Ultra 530

Many guitarists have switched to virtual plug-ins for studio recording and live work. Mercuriall hits the scene with the U530 plug-in, so how does it stack up against the real and virtual competition?

Creating Great Sounding Handclaps

Handclaps can be heard in all genres and styles of music. In this quick tutorial, Jay Asher explores how to easily and quickly create handclaps that sound great.

Propellerhead Announce Reason 9.1 Now With Ableton Link!

Reason users. You can now be get even more intimate with your Ableton Live-wielding friends thanks to Reason 9.1's marquee new feature: Ableton Link. Watch the video and read more below.

BopPad: World's Most Responsive & Accurate Drum Pad From KMI & BeBop Sensors

The Kickstarter campaign for the BopPad smart drum pad reached its Kickstarter goal in just 3 days! Find out more about this collaboration between BeBop Sensors and Keith McMillen Instruments.