Audio Hardware

Tutorial | May 16, 2012 by Jay Asher

You may be using the digital EQ bundled with your DAW, or perhaps you've invested a pretty penny in a 3rd-party plug-in'¦ Regardless, Jay Asher explores the highs & lows of EQing in the digital domain.

Tutorial | May 12, 2012 by Adam Goldberg

Learn how Adam Goldberg, Special Needs music educator, uses iPad apps for individualized instruction for students. From iKaossilator to ThumbJam, Bloom to Animoog, Adam explains what works best.

Tip | Apr 29, 2012 by G.W. Childs IV

What to do when you're preparing to tour using your laptop or desktop computer? G.W. Childs explores the worst case scenarios and how to prevent them when playing live using a Mac, PC or iPad.

Editorial | Apr 28, 2012 by Adam Goldberg

Find out why Logic Pro and iPads are on the list of gear that Special Needs Music teacher, Adam Goldberg, relies upon. If you're setting up a studio or music classroom this is an essential read!

Tutorial | Mar 26, 2012 by David Earl

After exploring the differences between Timecode and MIDI Beat Clock, David Earl moves on to show how to sync two Macs running MainStage. For a fail-safe live performance rig this tip is unbeatable!

Tip | Mar 03, 2012 by G.W. Childs IV

What should you do with those hordes of CDs you never listen to anymore? G.W. Childs rips open his 'other' CD collection and gets sampling.

Tutorial | Feb 27, 2012 by Mike Watkinson

With 24-bit digital recording and better analog to digital converters than ever before, is there any point using dynamic processors when recording? Mike Watkinson examines the benefits.

Tutorial | Feb 20, 2012 by Rory Dow

Despite the flexibility of software, there's no denying that using hardware instruments and effects is still hugely popular. Rory Dow shows how to get the best of both worlds in Ableton Live.

Tutorial | Jan 30, 2012 by Mike Watkinson

Mike Watkinson uncovers and explains how to maximize the audio quality when mixing using the new 64-bit floating bus in Pro Tools 10.

Tutorial | Jan 25, 2012 by G.W. Childs IV

The Novation Launchpad is well known as being an excellent (and inexpensive) controller for Ableton Live. So, G.W. Childs went on a journey to discover how to make it work well for Reason users, too.

Tutorial | Jan 19, 2012 by Toby Pitman

There's only one thing better than a free lunch... MPV Free Stuff!! This time we've got a tasty bundle of NI Maschine Kits for you. Simply log in (or sign-up for free), download & enjoy!

Editorial | Dec 29, 2011 by Hollin Jones

Hollin Jones gets retrospective and takes a look at the audio hardware and software that has helped to define the past year.

Editorial | Dec 18, 2011 by Toby Pitman

Knowing what to get for your nearest and dearest digital musician enthusiast can be confusing (and potentially costly!) Toby Pitman shares 6 gift ideas that'll be a big hit for Christmas.

Tutorial | Dec 09, 2011 by Victor Mason

Victor Mason has years of hands-on experience when it comes to working with ways to get good guitar recordings. In this article he discusses using multiple mics, placement, re-amping and more.

Tip | Nov 11, 2011 by Toby Pitman

Even guitar playing pros can come unstuck when faced with playing a challenging riff or two. Toby Pitman explains how going back to basic practice exercises can get you shredding again in no time.