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Review | May 07, 2014 by Jay Asher

There's tons of Kontakt instruments available. Seems like there's new ones being released every week! And the RealiWhistle catches the ear as being different as Jay Asher discovers.

Tutorial | May 07, 2014 by Hollin Jones

Whether you're using an iPhone or a dedicated field recorder, these 5 timeless tips from Hollin Jones are designed to help you capture what you need, when you want.

News | May 07, 2014 by Rounik Sethi

The good people at Solid State Logic have released 3 new plug-ins designed for serious mixing purposes, but at very affordable prices!

Review | May 06, 2014 by Toby Pitman

It's taken a while, but finally we've got Toontrack's EZdrummer 2 in our hands! Toby Pitman has put this through its paces to find out if the wait has been worth it.

Tutorial | May 06, 2014 by Gary Hiebner

If you've got Bitwig Studio, you're likely to be impressed with the workflow and effects. In this tutorial, Gary Hiebner shows how to create morphing instruments using Bitwig's XY instrument.

News | May 06, 2014 by Rounik Sethi

To commemorate the 5th anniversary of Maschine (5 years have flown by!) Native Instruments are running a discount on Maschine Mikro, Maschine and Maschine Studio until 31st May.

Review | May 05, 2014 by Toby Pitman

If you're looking for a high-quality large string section library then you might be tempted to explore Spitfire Audio's BML range. Toby Pitman puts Mural Vol 1 to the test.

Tutorial | May 05, 2014 by Darren Burgos

If you like EDM, Logic Pro X and designing sounds, you'll get a kick out of this tutorial! Darren Burgos takes you on a tour of Ultrabeat. Your mission is simple: to design your own big kicks.

News | May 05, 2014 by Rounik Sethi

Properllhead have unleashed a new rack extension instrument which they tell us enables any musician to easily create inspiring guitar tracks. Find out more and watch the video about it.

News | May 05, 2014 by Rounik Sethi

Tone2 Audio Software have released a new soundest designed to help you explore "Saurus' analog capabilities." Check out Synth Legends and listen to the beautiful sound examples to learn more.

Review | May 04, 2014 by Toby Pitman

If you were trapped on a desert island (apparently with a laptop and electricity!) which would be your 3 must-have synth plug-ins? Toby Pitman narrows it down and shares his essential ones.

News | May 04, 2014 by Rounik Sethi

AskVideo's iZotope Alloy 2 course is here! Join trainer Matt Hepworth and learn how adding this impressive channel-strip technology to your audio toolbox will make your mixes stand-out and deliver!

Tutorial | May 03, 2014 by Paul Wickliffe

As the world becomes smaller and more studios and artists collaborate with each other remotely, it's important to grasp how to share audio files and projects over the net. Paul Wickliffe investigates.

Review | May 02, 2014 by Noah Pred

Sometimes 'simple' is overrated. Especially in the world of granular synths, it can be more satisfying to spend time getting to know a synth in-depth as Noah Pred discovers with Madrona Labs' Kaivo.

Tutorial | May 02, 2014 by Hollin Jones

Intuitive, fun and powerful are all words used to describe Korg's fabulous Gadget for iPad synth app. Hollin Jones shares 5 timely tips for this must-have iPad app for musicians and producers.