Posts with tag instrument

News | May 07, 2019 by Rounik Sethi

Steinberg's Retrologue 2 is an excellent VST synth plugin that, thanks to Mind Music Labs, becomes better and more usable when it becomes a desktop, hardware synthesizer.

Tutorial | Aug 22, 2018 by Hollin Jones

MIDI instrument tracks can do more than simple MIDI tracks in Pro Tools, and Joe Albano is here to show you how to put them to work in the most effective way.

News | Jun 15, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

For the 5.4 release, Roland Cloud is bringing you a massive update with a brand new software instrument, Resin, and lots of new effects.

News | May 07, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

We've not seen anything quite like this new digital instrument with an analog interface from Chair.Audio. Their mission is to make sounds tangible and add an organic element to electronic instruments.

Tutorial | Jul 25, 2017 by Matt Vanacoro

Practicing your instrument can sometimes seem like a chore, but by changing your approach and identifying goals you can make it more enjoyable, and achieve more as well.

Review | Jun 07, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Waves makes many fine plug-ins, but with Grand Rhapsody they have tried to capture the very soul of a particular instrument from a famous London studio. Did they succeed?

News | Oct 21, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Not only has Canadian Brady Grumpelt created a harmonica out of an old Nintendo game cartridge, he's looked into ways to produce more, put it on Kickstarter and you too can buy one.

News | Aug 24, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

Thanks to Mesmerising Instruments and Sounds on Facebook for sharing this captivating video of Koka Nikoladze new musical creation made from a single stepper motor, a contact mic and more.

News | Jun 25, 2016 by Rounik Sethi

A guy called Tom (that really is how we refers to himself) has created an alternative way to interact with sound and instruments. It's called «WOMB» and is a real hands on experience.

Tutorial | Nov 29, 2015 by Liam Lacey

Looking to be inspired? Then you're in the right place. Here are makers of alternative instruments who you need to know about. Whether you use their instruments or not, they are worth checking out.

News | Sep 14, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

There's been lots of talk about new musical instruments in the tech world of late. From Ableton, Livid Instruments, and Roli. Now here's a video showing a 3D printed electric violin that just rocks.

News | Sep 02, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

Steinberg's second iteration of Absolute presents a top range of highly acclaimed VST instruments, totalling over 60 GB in one comprehensive collection.

News | Jun 23, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

Iranian designer, Aidin Ardjomandi, has won the A'Design bronze award for creating a brand new instrument, the Celloridoo. And it looks amazing, and potentially would sound just as interesting.

Tutorial | May 17, 2015 by Joe Albano

If you're looking to re-create an acoustic instrument or vintage synth/drum machine in software, sample-based instruments will only take you so far. Joe Albano explores modelling instruments in depth.

News | May 03, 2015 by Rounik Sethi

Imagine being able to bring back lost vintage instruments. NPR talk to Robert Howe and Sina Shahbazmohamadi on how X-rays and 3D printers can do just that.