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Review | Jul 03, 2018 by Matt Vanacoro

IK's latest hardware unit is an iOS and desktop-compatible stompbox solution - but it's also much more than that, as Matt Vanacoro found out.

Tutorial | Jul 03, 2018 by G.W. Childs IV

Reason is a well-established DAW that continues to mature while never losing anything that users love about it. Here are 5 reasons it should be in your sonic arsenal.

News | Jul 03, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Protect your handheld Pocket Operator while giving it a stunning new look - even the buttons and knobs! The Pocket Operator PO Kit is something to behold.

News | Jul 03, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

This free Max for Live sequence generator isn't like any other sequencer. Based on an equation that models animal population behavior it creates compelling or chaotic IDM sequences in Ableton Live.

News | Jul 02, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

The on-demand virtual instrument service, Roland Cloud, now offers native AAX plugin support. This brings the sounds of classic synths and drum machines and new digital instruments to Pro Tools.

Review | Jul 02, 2018 by Jade Wii

Take the hassle out of generating chords with this hardware MIDI unit that connects to your studio gear. Jade Wii explores the Isla Instruments KordBot.

Tutorial | Jul 02, 2018 by Joe Albano

Compression is a staple of the production process, but why do compressors offer such a variety of controls? Joe Albano explains why sometimes less is more.

News | Jul 01, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

Moscow-based AVP Synth have announced a new analog drum synth with 7 channels, individual outputs, and a sequencer with 65 knobs, 4 switches and 27 buttons for fully loaded hands on control.

News | Jul 01, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

The new Bass Master synth plugin features dual layers and choices from 217 waveforms per layer for some classic and experimental bass sounds.

News | Jul 01, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

The new Panorama T-4 and T-6 aim to make deep plugin and DAW control more accessible than ever. Here's what they tell us about these new MIDI controller keyboards via an official press release.

Tutorial | Jul 01, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Guitar production for pop music is a unique challenge - how to get a rich sound without overpowering the track? Gregg Fine is here to explain just how it works.

Tutorial | Jun 30, 2018 by Rich Tozzoli

Using a surgical EQ to shape and sculpt your sounds is a core part of getting a good mix. Here, Rich Tozzoli explains how he uses FabFilter's Pro Q2 to do just that.

News | Jun 30, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

Moog Music Inc tells us the upcoming 25% tariff on Chinese components will result in a very real threat on US synthesizer manufacturing and jobs. Here's what you can do about it.

News | Jun 29, 2018 by Hollin Jones

This monster of a synth from software specialists Audio Damage is on special offer for a short time only.

Tutorial | Jun 29, 2018 by Hollin Jones

Logic Pro has powerful grouping tools that go far beyond simple submixing. In this video, David Earl explains VCA faders, Track Stacks and much more.