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Review | Apr 24, 2014 by Darren Burgos

If you're running a DAW or Audio Unit host and you haven't yet checked out SineVibes effects, then now may be a good time. Darren Burgos puts 7 of their effects plug-ins through their paces.

Tutorial | Apr 24, 2014 by Sara Simms

When you get called up to play a long set, you know you've arrived! But there are things you need to consider. Here's a guide from Sara Simms on how to program music for a longer set.

Review | Apr 23, 2014 by Mo Volans

Are you in the market for a compact MIDI controller with a built-in step sequencer and a few tricks up its sleeve, at a budget price? The Arturia BeatStep may fit the bill. (Watch the video demo too).

Tutorial | Apr 23, 2014 by G.W. Childs IV

Creating effective and interesting transitions can turn a solid track into an unstoppable one! In this tutorial, G. W. Childs demonstrates the power of reverse cymbals for transitions in Ableton Live.

News | Apr 23, 2014 by Rounik Sethi

Meris have released its new 440 Mic preamplifier specifically for the 500 modular series format. Find out more about its "warmth and classic American tone" in the video.

Review | Apr 22, 2014 by Hollin Jones

If you can't help but tap your foot when listening to funk (let's face it, who can resist funk grooves??) then this library from Freshtone will be right up your street.

Tutorial | Apr 22, 2014 by G.W. Childs IV

You've probably come across Harmor's resynthesis mode. But did you know about the image synthesis functionality? If you like odd, weird and random soundscapes then this could be for you.

News | Apr 22, 2014 by Rounik Sethi

The iMPC Pro for iPad from Akai Pro & Retronyms is close to release. And the good people at Retronyms are showing a sneak peek of one of the new features: Flux Link. Watch the video to learn more.

News | Apr 22, 2014 by Rounik Sethi

We've been waiting for the latest and greatest 8 voice analog drum machine from Elektron with baited breath. And now the Analog Rytm is available from retailers and shipping. Interested? We are!

Review | Apr 21, 2014 by Mo Volans

Is Waldorf's Nave the most advanced wavetable synth available for iPad? Quite possibly so. But the real question is how good and musical this app really is. Mo Volans gets hands on.

Tutorial | Apr 21, 2014 by Toby Pitman

Flex Pitch in Logic Pro X can be used to correct imperfect melodic recordings, or help you transcribe recorded audio parts. You can also use it to double up an instrument and Toby Pitman shows how.

News | Apr 21, 2014 by Rounik Sethi

Got an Ableton Push and want to be inspired? Then check out this video from code:Mono and Rishabh Rajan featuring Edya Enessa on vocals covering Happy by Pharrell Williams.

Editorial | Apr 20, 2014 by Steve H

His Buchla’s LPF has no resonance (and Steve H likes it that way!) Find out why in his latest insightful exploration into the innovations occurring in the world of synthesis.

News | Apr 20, 2014 by Rounik Sethi

With 50% off Waves Trans-X transient shaper plug-in and 60% discount offered on the Waves Signature Series, there's something here for every producer this Easter! Grab the deals while they're hot...

Review | Apr 19, 2014 by Toby Pitman

So, what exactly is the OFD Guitar microModeler? This baby has 12 classic tones in one box, is easy to use and supposedly sounds awesome! We put Toby Pitman on the case to find out more.