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News | Aug 25, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Embertone tell us Recorders, their latest virtual instrument brings carefully and lovingly sampled recorders (over 6,900 samples) to Kontakt. They sound great too. Here's the press release and video.

News | Aug 25, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

If you were dreaming of an upgraded version of Pioneer DJ's XDJ-1000 USB-only multiplayer with touch screen and so much more, then you'll be happy to read this!

Review | Aug 24, 2016 by Matt Vanacoro

The new Apogee Symphony I/O KM2 Thunderbolt audio interface doesn't just look, sound and feel great, it's highly configurable and definitely high quality too. Matt Vanacoro got hands on.

Tutorial | Aug 24, 2016 by Noah Pred

Making music is more accessible than ever due to the low cost of gear. But it's not without its pitfalls. The difficulty is in learning how to use the equipment and be creative and focused with it.

News | Aug 24, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

If you like the idea of creating song (melodic, harmonic and rhythmic) ideas in seconds, then you'll love WaveDNA's Liquid Music. And at 50% off for a limited time ONLY it's a no-brainer!

News | Aug 24, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Thanks to Mesmerising Instruments and Sounds on Facebook for sharing this captivating video of Koka Nikoladze new musical creation made from a single stepper motor, a contact mic and more.

News | Aug 24, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Since January 2016 we've been waiting patiently for the MatrixBrute to arrive. With the release of their 4th video explaining and demonstrating the analog effects it feels like we're getting closer...

Review | Aug 23, 2016 by G.W. Childs IV

CableGuys Volumeshaper 4 does more than just shape the volume for an audio source. It can also make some very complicated modulations to anything you run through it as GW Childs discovered.

Tutorial | Aug 23, 2016 by Joe Albano

In days gone by there was a large difference between Pro Tools standard vs Pro Tools HD. Joe Albano explores the features Avid's current powerhouse DAW standard edition can brag about.

Tutorial | Aug 23, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Moog released the Model 15 app earlier this year to great acclaim. Rightly so. This modular synthesizer app is possibly the best and most accurate analog synth emulation app for iPad/iOS.

News | Aug 23, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

It turns out 909 Day is very real. This teaser video 'A Future Redefined' is a glimpse into a number of big product announcements from Roland and a live streaming event.

Review | Aug 22, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

How can a synthesizer be small and huge at the same time? When it's a Micromonsta'¦ Hollin Jones puts this tweaking friendly, accessible, and excellent sounding synth through its paces.

Tutorial | Aug 22, 2016 by Noah Pred

Ableton Live's 9.7 is bringing more lovely features to their recently redesigned sampler, Simpler. Noah Pred, Ableton Certified Trainer, explores some of the power features of this elegant sampler.

News | Aug 22, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Vermona's classic monophonic analog desktop synthesizer for lead bass and effect-sounds was released earlier in 2016. Now you can listen to some impressive audio demos.

News | Aug 22, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

There are a number of online, automatic music master gin services available. CloudBounce uses machine learning for high-quality mastering and is now available at a low price for Tracktion T7.