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News | Dec 02, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

If you want 20 of the world's best studio microphones without buying/storing them all... IK Multimedia's T-RackS Mic Room is for you. It brings new mic-modelling features to your PC/Mac based DAW.

Review | Dec 01, 2015 by G.W. Childs IV

When working with more than one MIDI device, like sequencers, keyboards and controllers, effects devices, etc., MIDI sync is hugely important. And that's where the Kenton THRU-25 comes into play.

News | Dec 01, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

If you thought Black Friday/Cyber Monday passing meant no more sales, Native Instruments have something good in store for you. Buy a Maschine and get up to $343 of Expansion packs free!

Tutorial | Dec 01, 2015 by Joe Albano

The once simple sampled instrument has steadily been evolving and today these instruments are larger and more accurate and expressive than ever. Here's 6 tips for getting the most from them.

News | Dec 01, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

If you want to get audio into and out of your DAW, you'll need an audio interface. We were surprised when we asked you which audio interface brand you owned in our recent survey. Here's the results!

News | Dec 01, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

These synth modules are more than the sum of their parts. Looking like they're inspired by Lego, LittleBits and a blender(!) they can help the hearing impaired experience sound and synthesis.

News | Nov 30, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

If you're interested in NI's new multi-track file format, STEMS, or perhaps curious to know more about using Traktor hardware and software for DJing Native Sessions will be of interest.

Review | Nov 30, 2015 by Lynda Arnold

What magic do you get when you combine the excellent sampled instruments of Soniccouture with the unbounded imaginative and creative musical approach of Imogen Heap? A veritable Box of Tricks!

Tutorial | Nov 30, 2015 by Jay Asher

Can you imagine a DAW or a virtual synth without patches or presets? Strange question... but, in this article Jay Asher argues against Logic Pro X's Library when it comes to mixing.

News | Nov 30, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

There's something eternally enticing about a voice octaver effect on vocals. Auburn Sounds certainly think so and have created a beautiful looking voice processing plug-in for just that purpose.

News | Nov 30, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

It's Cyber Monday, and Waves Audio have an extra gift on top of the free plugin they gave to everyone on Black Friday. The video promo is well worth watching too.

Tutorial | Nov 29, 2015 by Liam Lacey

Looking to be inspired? Then you're in the right place. Here are makers of alternative instruments who you need to know about. Whether you use their instruments or not, they are worth checking out.

News | Nov 29, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

Wave Alchemy have told us they are extremely excited to announce the release of Mutate - their next generation virtual hybrid synthesizer for Kontakt 5! Expect a review coming soon...

Review | Nov 28, 2015 by Toby Pitman

The latest addition to the Master Sessions range from uber sample library makers Heavyocity is the Metal Ensemble Collection. So is it shiny and chrome or a rusty old piece of junk? Let's find out!

News | Nov 28, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

How well engineered is Ableton Push 2? Ableton take such care with how it looks and works with Live 9... but how well is it arranged and put together internally? This tear down video shows just that.