Posts with tag drums

News | Jul 30, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

While we love the name, twinCussion, we'e also intrigued to find out more about this dual channel drum synth eurorack module from Vermona, that follows on from the DRM1 and Kick Lancet.

Tutorial | Jul 14, 2016 by Joe Albano

A good drum mix can make the difference between a good track and successful track. In this tutorial, Joe Albano shares four timeless tips to help you achieve a better drums and percussion mix.

News | May 03, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Steinberg tells us their exciting new drum kit for Groove Agent 4 and Groove Agent SE 4 brings the best of Nashville drums to your productions.

News | Apr 25, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Auddict have released a huge new Kontakt instrument, "drums of the deep" for Kontakt 4 and above with some hard-hitting Taiko drums, orchestral bass drums, tam-tam percussion and much more.

News | Apr 05, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

The new Drum kits from Nord are here. With Musikmesse 2016 just a few days away Nord have announced the new Nord Drum 3 and Nord Drum 3P with integrated Multipad. Check out the video below.

Tutorial | Mar 30, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Though the title might not seem sexy, when you start to unlock the power of Apple's Music Memos iOS app you'll be impressed, especially with the built-in beat detection and drum editing available.

Tutorial | Mar 16, 2016 by Matt Vanacoro

With so many of us working directly with drum sample libraries, here's four quick tips on how to make your drums sound real when you don't have the budget to hire Lars Ulrich.

News | Feb 12, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Steinberg have released new Styles for Groove Agent, inspired by the distinctive rhythms of British rock music in the '60s. Get your British beats for Groove Agent 4 & Groove Agent SE 4 here.

Tutorial | Feb 09, 2016 by Joshua Casper

Everyone wants punchy drums. This simple tutorial will show you how to get extra punch out of your kicks, or your kicks and snares for you breakbeaters, rockers, junglists, and dubstep badmen!

Tutorial | Jan 06, 2016 by Joe Albano

Setting up a multi-mic recording of a drum kit is complex, so it's no surprise that there are any number of things that can trip up an intrepid recordist. Here are 6 potential pitfalls to avoid.

News | Nov 11, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

Aimed at the modern producer deep into sound design, Native Instruments' latest Maschine expansion set, Cavern Floor, adds drums, synths and Massive and PRISM presets to your sonic palette.

Review | Oct 24, 2015 by Hollin Jones

When you think of a drum sequencer you probably see a linear left to right grid? Patterning for iPad looks to shake up that metaphor. This is no conventional beat sequencer as Hollin Jones finds out.

Tutorial | Oct 05, 2015 by Joe Albano

Logic X Drummer helps songwriters/arrangers who want drum parts that sound like a real drummer's performance without needing to program patterns themselves. Here's 6 tips for a more flexible Drummer.

Review | Sep 10, 2015 by Hollin Jones

Elastic Drums for iOS has received plaudits since its release, so we were curious to find out if it really is as good as it sounds. Plus, 5 randomly selected comments will get a copy of Elastic Drums!

Review | Sep 01, 2015 by Hollin Jones

As the iPad continues to evolve, so do its apps. And this is a good thing for iPad producers and musicians in particular. Hollin Jones highlights 10 excellent apps for iPad designed for making beats.