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The Joys of Routing Audio in FL Studio

FL Studio is a unique DAW in terms of how flexible and open it is for anyone to go very deep and route audio in very creative ways. Gary Hiebner shares some of the joys of routing in this tutorial.

Why The Logic X 10.2.2 Update Should Make You, Me & Apple Happy

Should we be happy at the latest update for Logic Pro X 10.2.2? Yes! Always good to have bug fixes. And there's an impressive new feature for auto-assignment of smart controls for MIDI controllers.

Korg Release volca fm Official Video

The volca fm is the next of the much-loved volca synthesizers from Korg. Some weeks after showing it off at NAMM, we've got an official video of the volca fm in action to feast our eyes and ears.

Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith Haunting Modular Synth Performance Using MakeNoise Tempi & 4ms Spectral

Take a listen (and watch) this new video of modular synthesis virtuoso, Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith, performing an unassuming, yet hauntingly beautiful soundscape featuring MakeNoise modules.

Clara Rockmore: Theremin Virtuosa Now An Interactive Google Doodle on Her 105th Birthday

Today's interactive Google Doodle for musicians and music makers is just excellent. The theme is the theremin and specifically Clara Rockmore, the theremin virtuoso who later inspired Bob Moog.

Review: Sound Particles, A New medium for Sound Designers

Sound Particles is a very new and unique way to design soundscapes by virtually making clouds of particles that represent sound sources. Intrigued? Read our in-depth review here.

5 Tips For Working With Logic Pro X's Flex Pitch

So you can want to correct some pitch problems on vocals or an instrument and you're using Logic Pro X? Enter Flex Pitch. Joe Albano shares 5 excellent tips of getting the most out of Flex Pitch.

Waka Flocka Online Beat Maker, Wakapella, Powered by Splice

WARNING: This is pretty awesome. NSFW if your boss wants to actually get some work done. Splice have their released their online, interactive Waka Flocka Beat Maker sequencer with plenty to like.

Mono Synth Survey: Win A Focusrite Clarett 8Pre

Tell us about your favorite Mono synth, features and what you'd like to see in the future, and help shape upcoming synth releases... oh, you'll also have the chance to win a Focusrite Clarett 8PRE!

Boxed Ear Release TQS Red Zone Fever Sound Bank for Dave Smith Instruments Pro 2 Synth

If you've got a Dave Smith Instruments Pro 2 mono synthesizer, then this expertly crafted sound bank from Boxed Ear is going to appeal with its super basses, warped leads, alien textures & deep pads.

Befaco Rampage Synth Module Is New Take On Serge / Buchla Ramp Generator

Inspired by the old Serge/Buchla ramp generators, Befaco have set about giving this old idea a new twist with their Rampage synth module.

Review: Sample Logic Morphestra 2

Following on from Sample Logic's acclaimed CinemorphX & Cinematic Guitars, Morphestra 2 is a stunning instrument for composers & sound designers. We got exclusive hands-on before release for review.

Interview: Andreas Schneider on Superbooth16 & Modular Synthesis

If you know about synths and you Berlin, you've probably come across Andreas Schneider or his shop, SchneidersLaden. Also the founder of Superbooth16, Andreas chats about this new music event & more.

Reverb & Reverse Tips For Korg volca sample

The Korg volca sample has two very powerful and flexible effects: reverb and reverse. In this short video tutorial G.W. Childs demonstrates how to use both effects to their full potential.

Review: Erica Synths Acidbox II

If you're looking for an attractive synth module that emulates an old Soviet synth, is affordable and sounds amazing, then the Erica Synths Acidbox II is worth considering. Check out our video review.