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Native Instruments Launches Stems, Adds Support to Traktor Software & Hardware

The Stems format has been much reported on over the past few months. And now, Native Instruments have introduced Stems support for TRAKTOR software and hardware, with a catalog of Stems releases too.

Recording Electric Bass: 10 Quick Tips & Techniques For Capturing The Low End

Recording electric bass can be more straightforward than drums or guitar, but there are still potential issues that can trip you up. Here's 10 tips & techniques to help you capture the low end.

Elektron Release VHS Crosstalk Sound Pack for Analog Rytm

Elektron present a variety of magnetic sounds. The samples were processed & mastered on 1/2-inch magnetic tape using home VHS recorder equipment, good for Octatrack, Analog Rytm & Machinedrum UW.

Cakewalk SONAR "Gloucester" is Windows 10 Friendly

Cakewalk's SONAR 'Gloucester' introduces support for Microsoft's new, critically acclaimed Windows 10 operating system plus numerous enhancements and fixes. Here's more info about what you can expect.

Isotonik Studios Presents the FREE MYR Max4Live Performance Utilities

The good folks at Isotonik Studios never sleep. It's official. They're back with a tasty collection of seven Max for Live devices by MYR which will give you more control over your Ableton Live clips.

Music Production Techniques, Part 5: Expanders, Exciters And Enhancers

Part 5 of this series on music production techniques explores the less celebrated, but still crucial, mixing tools available: expanders, exciters and enhancers. These can make a good mix, great!

Electrosluch 3 Picks Up Electromagnetic Fields, You Create New Sonic Landscapes

An electromagnetic listening tool? Why would Electrosluch 3 be of interest to producers and sound designers? Honestly, just click on the video already and you'll see why.

EQ Tips: Understanding FabFilter Pro-Q 2 Controls

When enhancing your mixes you'll want access to a truly professional EQ. FabFilter's Pro-Q 2 is a go-to for many producers and engineers, and in this video you'll learn what all the controls do.

Ghost in the Guitar: How a Magnet and an Arduino Can Strum a Guitar

Before anyone else says it, 'Look Ma, No Hands!' Yes, Josh Levine has created a self-strumming guitar using an Arduino, a permanent magnet and the electromagnetic effect to play a string.

Review: AKG K181 DJ UE Headphones

Headphones designed for DJing are usually different to those for studio use, and for good reason. In this review, Hollin Jones dons a pair of the AKG K181 cans and puts them to the test.

Turning a Vintage Toy Piano into a MIDI Controller Using Arduino

Could you turn a wooden toy piano into a MIDI controller? Could you do it in 24 hours? Liam Lacey did it at MIDI Hack 2015 in Berlin and won a prize too. Now you can make your own as Liam shares all.

Arturia KeyLab 49 and 61 Limited-Edition Black Bundles Are Here

This summer, black is the new... black! Arturia's KeyLab 49 and KeyLab 61 MIDI controller keyboards are now available in, you guessed it, black. They come bundled with Analog Lab and more software!

Hello World '¦ Ask.Audio Is Here!

Martin Sitter, the CEO of Ask.Audio, AskVideo.com & macProVideo.com, discuses the new Ask.Audio website, it's best features, and the new Ask.Audio Academy.

Interview: Sasha Talks Changing Face of Music Production & DJing

DJ and producer, Sasha, (Alexander Paul Coe) has remixed tracks for Madonna, Hot Chip & Chemical Brothers, and produced countless others. He talks music technology, producing and the creative process.

Interview: Audient chats with 6 Ways To Die Composer Kurt Oldman

Our friends at Audient chatted with composer of 6 Ways To Die, Kurt Oldman about tech, his gear, production techniques, and the upcoming film.