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Get That Brian Eno 80s Sound With His Yamaha DX7 Synth Patches

Now everyone has the chance to play with some of Brian Eno's presets from the 80s thanks to this free download of his Yamaha DX7 patches from 1987.

Erica Synths Announces New Black Polivoks VCF v2 & Black VCA, Black VCO & Expander Now Available

Lots of synth news from our friends at Erica Synths. There's more additions to the Erica Black modular range and an awesome video by Carl Mikael on the Black VCO.

Native Instruments Reveals New Maschine 2.6.5 Features

Native Instruments have announced the two main features for their upcoming Maschine 2.6.5 update (not yet released). And these two big features are significant for workflow and the future of Maschine.

Polymoog Inspired Synth From XILS Labs Sounds Fantastic, Coming Soon

XILS Labs are teasing us with their upcoming POLY synth plugin. The POLYM is inspired by the classic Polymoog synthesizer and what strikes us is how good it sounds. Check out the video below.

Free Live Masterclass: Eurorack Sound Design With Endorphin.es

Enrol now for free to watch this live streaming masterclass on Eurorack sound design with Endorphin.es, Thursday at 12PM PT / 8PM UK + Raffle for your chance to win: Cockpit, Gateway, Shuttle Mate!

This Is How All DJs Should Order Food

Whether you're at a drive-through or ordering a pizza online, it's possible to use your turntables instead of your voice. DJ Strategy shows you how in these two short videos.

The Pink Floyd Exhibition With Last Ever Live Performance Opening Soon

Fans of Pink Floyd are in for a treat. The Pink Floyd Exhibition features the voices of David Gilmour, Nick Mason, Roger Waters & the late Richard Wright, and Pink Floyd's last ever live performance.

Adidas Roland TR-808 Shoes Creator Reveals More Details

Beats for your feet! These Mi Adidas Roland TR-808 shoes could be the start of something cool for DJs, musicians, and dancers. Margo Neely, the woman behind the shoes, reveals more details here.

Focusrite Offers Free Positive Grid Plug-In

Focusrite customers can now grab Positive Grid's BIAS Amp, one of the world's best and most realistic sounding guitar amp plug-ins for free! Here's how.

Cool Clone of The Arp 1601 Analog Sequencer

Sequencers didn't always use buttons to represent steps. This clone of the classic ARP 1601 analog sequencer with CV and Gate connectivity uses sliders instead. It's not cheap but it is pretty!

Korg Monologue Has A Secret Video Game. Here's How To Play It

The Korg Monologue has a hidden game that uses the step sequencer and the built-in display. This powerful, budget monophonic analog synthesizer always seems to have an extra trick up its sleeve!

Waves Releases Fazioli F228 Grand Rhapsody Piano Plugin As Used By Freddie Mercury

So you want a modelled piano instrument for that Freddie Mercury or Adele sound? Waves Audio have you covered with their emulation of the Fazioli F228 with the Grand Rhapsody Piano plugin.

D16 Releases Tekturon, Multitap Sequenced Delay

Trust D16 to come out with a multi-tap delay plugin that resembles a step sequencer with 16 delay lines that have independent controls! This is one plugin you should check out.

Ableton Releases Interactive Music Fundamentals Online Site

Ableton have launched an interactive website aimed at novice producers and musicians to help them learn music theory fundamentals. AskAudio's music theory courses are the perfect next level tutorials.

Behringer Minimoog Model D Clone Shipping Soon

Many synths are eagerly awaited. That's an understatement when it comes to the Behringer Minimoog Model D clone. The good news is this mini monster is now apparently getting ready to ship!