The 10 Best Software Synths of all Time
18 Feb in Synths
Believe it or not, software synths have now been around for over 25 years! Discover ten of the best software synths of all time in our buyer's guide!
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The Circle of Fifths Demystified
Think the Circle of Fifths is complicated? Think again! Once you've figured out how it works, it becomes your key to the secrets of music.
7 Guitar Effects Pedals you need to know
11 Feb in Guitar
There are thousands of effects pedals out there – but some of them are in a different league. Check out these 7 effects pedals you need to know!
Universal Audio Sphere DLX and LX Review
24 Jan in Studio
The new Universal Audio Sphere DLX and Sphere LX modeling microphones are like a locker full of high-end mics. Read our review to find out more!
Best Acoustic Guitar for Beginners: Nylon or Steel Strings?
23 Jan in Guitar
Which acoustic guitar should you buy? Read our in-depth buyer's guide to find out everything you need to know about acoustic and classical guitars!
Best Earplugs for Musicians: How to prevent Hearing Loss
22 Jan in Other
As a musician, your ears are your most valuable asset. Read our guide about earplugs for musicians to find out how to protect them!
The Best Boutique Guitar Amps: Dumble, Bogner, Friedman, and more
21 Jan in Guitar
Tired of same old, same old? Join us as we take a look at the best boutique guitar amps by Friedman, Dumble, Bogner, Diezel, and more!
The Best Audio Interface for Beginners – What you need to know
15 Jan in Studio
What are the best audio interfaces for beginners? Read our guide to find out what to look for in an audio interface for home recording!
The best Guitar for Beginners – Acoustic or Electric?
14 Jan in Guitar
Which type of guitar is best for beginners? Find out all you need to know about acoustic and electric guitars for beginners in our buyer's guide.
Great Songs made with Bad Gear – Featuring Audio Pilz!
One person’s Bad Gear is another's treasure. We welcome guest writer Florian Pilz with his pick of 5 great songs made with Bad Gear.
GPU Audio reveal ‘MAJOR’ Multi-Layer Software Synthesizer Plugin
14 Oct 2022 in Synths
Announced this evening, GPU Audio have revealed the impending arrival of the first synth to make use of their unique DSP platform.
PreSonus Studio One 6: Smart Templates, lyrics, video and a vocoder
29 Sep 2022 in Studio
The evolution continues as PreSonus releases Studio One 6 bringing more creativity, a global video track, smart templates and a customisable interface
Teenage Engineering OP-1 Field Review
19 Sep 2022 in Synths
Teenage Engineering has updated the OP-1 and released the OP-1 Field – for a mindblowing price. Is it worth it? Find out in our review!
Review: Korg drumlogue – the drum machine of the future?
15 Sep 2022 in Synths
The wait is finally over and the Korg drumlogue has arrived! We had the opportunity to take the hybrid drum machine for a test drive in our review.
Review: iZotope Ozone 10 Advanced Mastering Bundle
13 Sep 2022 in Studio
iZotope Ozone 10 steps up your mastering game with even more AI-powered assistants. Should you upgrade to the latest version of the mastering suite?
D16 Phoscyon 2 Review – The only 303 you’ll ever need?
D16 Group has released Phoscyon 2. Will the new version win the battle for the best software emulation of the TB-303? Read our review to find out!
Buyer’s guide to portable speakers and PA systems
07 Aug 2022 in Live
Portable speakers can take your outdoor event or performance to the next level. Check out our guide to portable speakers and PA systems!
How to practice like a pro in 8 steps
31 Jul 2022 in Other
A good practice routine makes all the difference. But how do the pros do it? We've put together 8 tips on how to practice like a pro.
How to choose the best microphone for iPhone and iPad
24 Jul 2022 in Tech
An external microphone can lift the sound quality onto another level if you record on an iPhone or iPad. Which is the best iPhone microphone?
The 10 most common Equalizer Mistakes
17 Jul 2022 in Studio
Equalizers are essential studio tools – if you know how to use them correctly. Find out about the 10 most common equalizer mistakes here!
Buyer’s Guide: Which Ukulele is right for you?
10 Jul 2022 in Guitar
The ukulele is more popular than ever. But which one should you buy? Find out everything you need to know in our ukulele buyer's guide!
