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News | Sep 30, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

So you've got up to 25 MIDI devices that you want to connect up using one MIDI output port... and you want less than a microsecond of latency? Kenton have a solution in the form of the THRU-25.

News | Sep 29, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

Out of BETA, Native Instruments' Stems Creator App is available, and ready to be downloaded (for free). If you're preparing your next creative DJ set, or stems for mastering, this is worth a look.

Interview | Sep 29, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

Joe Trupiano takes us behind the scenes to uncover the concepts, techniques & tech that go into creating Sample Logic's innovative Kontakt instruments used in film, TV, game and music production.

Tutorial | Sep 29, 2015 by Sara Simms

It's time to get to grips with the new DJ remix format from Native Instruments: Stems. Using a Kontrol D2 and the new 4-tracks-in-one audio file format, Sara Simms shows it works in the real world.

News | Sep 29, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

Ready to inject your Tuesday with surreal synth sensations? This video Dmitry Morozv passed to us shows his sound object/synthesizer project using lasers to scan Pyrite and create incredible sounds.

News | Sep 29, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

The BeatStep Pro has proven popular onstage and in the studio with contemporary artists. So, Arturia have decided to outline just how good this sequencer is in case you just didn't get it until now.

Review | Sep 28, 2015 by Matt Vanacoro

Looking for a portable synth with excellent organ sounds, built-in speakers which is fun to play and perform with? Then look no further than Yamaha's reface YC. Find out more in our video review.

Tutorial | Sep 28, 2015 by Noah Pred

Following on from Part 1 of our remixing tips for Ableton Live users, Certified Ableton Trainer, Noah Pred, explores some essential strategies and tips to help get the most out of your remix.

News | Sep 28, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

Musicrow has released '909 Freaks', an expansion pack for NI Maschine & WAV formats that uses high end analog and digital processing to bring an up-to-date and production ready iconic 909 drum sound.

News | Sep 28, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

The Audient ASP800, is their new, eight-channel mic pre & ADC. The good news? It's now shipping worldwide and is available at all Audient dealers. And this bit of kit is worth checking out.

News | Sep 28, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

Do we need another EQ plug-in? When Rob Papen decides to make one, we probably do! There's tons of creative features in this unique concept of what an EQ can be. The XY pad being just one of these.

News | Sep 27, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

One of the stand-out features on Apple’s iPhone 6S & 6S Plus is 3D Touch. In a nutshell it allows pressure sensitive control of apps. Now imagine how that could be used for synths & MIDI controllers.

Tutorial | Sep 27, 2015 by Lynda Arnold

Tired of the ol' 4/4 time signature? Looking to freshen things up with an exciting/unusual meter like 5/4 or 7/4 or 7/8... etc? Lynda Arnold delves into the "other" side of compound time signatures.

News | Sep 27, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

UVI announces Mayhem of Loops 1.5, a sizable update to their premium loop and construction kit archive boasting over 8,000 samples, which is a free update for existing users.

News | Sep 25, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

As far as successful bands go, Maroon 5 need no introduction. But did you know how integral Native Instruments' Maschine is for them sketching ideas, producing and performing? This video shows all.