Posts by Lasse Eilers

Native Instruments Kontrol S MK3 2.0: New Firmware Adds Deeper DAW Integration, Accessibility Features & More

The latest firmware update for the NI Kontrol S MK3 series introduces deeper DAW integration, support for non-NKS plugins, and enhanced accessibility features.

The 5 Best Budget Polysynths for your Home Studio & Playing Live

Polyphonic synthesizers are more accessible than ever these days. Let's check out some of the best budget polysynths for your home studio!

Massimizer, Overdrive, Rocket Flanger: Free Plugins of the Week

Massimizer is a free loudness maximizer plugin that’ll push your tracks to extremes! Check it out in this week's collection of the best free plugins.

Wind Controllers, Artemis Update, Eurorack Drones: Synth Journal

Ever wanted to learn how to play wind controllers like the AKAI EWI? This awesome 1980s video tutorial on wind synthesis has got you covered!

PWM Mantis V2 Update Adds Original OSCar Wavetables!

The PWM Mantis gets a major firmware update with the sounds of the legendary OSCar. The update also turns the Mantis into a 4-voice polyphonic synth.

Rhodes Custom Shop American Classic MK8: This Stunning Limited Edition Will Sell Out Fast

The new Rhodes Custom Shop is officially open! The first in a series of highly exclusive limited editions is the stunning Rhodes American Classic MK8.

Spectrum Thief, Filter, Humanizer MIDI: Free Plugins of the Week

This week's roundup of freebies features Spectrum Thief, a nifty EQ matching plugin. Also: a versatile multi-mode filter and a Humanizer for your MIDI tracks.

Deals of the Week: Save on Positive Grid Spark GO, Behringer Synths & More!

Save on the pocket-sized Positive Grid Spark GO modeling amp, two great synths from Behringer, and a powerful compact mixer for your home studio or live setup!

Behringer Halos: Put a Rings on it!

Behringer Halos is a copy of Mutable Instruments Rings – the perfect complement to the Skies module released earlier this year?

Best Arranger Workstations for Entertainers and Performers

Modern arranger workstations are powerful instruments loaded to the brim with sounds and features for a perfect show. We check out the best arranger keyboards.

Haze, Flechtwerk, OF2 Lite: Free Plugins of the Week

Haze serves up dreamy chorus effects, Flechtwerk is MI Plaits in a plugin, and OF2 Lite is a free morphing filter: Free plugins of the week!

Rare Italian Synths, WirePluck, Quiver: Synth Journal

Check out some rare Italian synths with Anthony Marinelli and Hainbach! Also: a new synth by Rob Papen and a powerful modulation module from WORNG Electronics.

Sheepadoodle, ZL Compressor, TilQ: Free Plugins of the Week

Could Sheepadoodle be the most versatile phaser plugin available for free? Check it out in our weekly round-up of the best free plugins.

Best Stage Pianos for an Authentic Vintage Sound

We've selected some of the best stage pianos available for recreating classic Rhodes and Wurlitzer sounds both in studio and on stage.

Synchron Stage Reverb Lite, 23HotCold, Kalimba: Free Plugins of the Week

VSL Synchron Stage Reverb Lite lets you add the sound of the renowned Scoring Stage A to your mix for free! Check it out in this week's collection of freebies.

OhmForce Ohmicide[S]: A Monster Upgrade for the Legendary Distortion Plugin

Meet Ohmforce Ohmicide[S], the latest version of the versatile shaping plugin for your DAW with nearly twenty years of evolution behind it.

Behringer MS-1 MKII Gray: Gray Is the New Red – Now Available!

The Behringer MS-1 MKII is now also available in gray, bringing back a classic paint job of the SH-101. You can order the MS-1 MKII Gray today!

Resonarium, LoQuest, Hellsbass: Free Plugins of the Week

Resonarium by Soule DSP is an impressive free physical modeling synth for abstract sound design. Check it out in our free plugins of the week!

The Best MIDI Tools for your Studio and Live Rig

If you’re running a large MIDI setup, you can't do without them: Maximize the potential of your rig with these MIDI tools and problem solvers!

REEV-R, Visu, MH Lifter: Free Plugins of the Week

REEV-R is an awesome free convolution reverb plugin with heaps of modulation! Check it out in this week's collection of free plugins.

multiDelay, CircuitMix, Shoeless Drive 2.0: Free Plugins of the Week

This week’s collection of free plugins features a versatile delay, a vintage console emulator, and a hard-hitting metal overdrive.

Moog Messenger Review

The new Moog Messenger aims to deliver classic monophonic Moog sounds at a lower price. Read our review to find out if Moog is on the right track.

Hyperspace Core, FILT-R, StereoMixer: Free Plugins of the Week

Hyperspace Core is the free sibling to the awesome Hyperspace reverb by JMG Sound! Check it out in this week's collection of the best free plugins.

Beatmaking Deals of the Week: Save on Drum Machines, Grooveboxes & More!

Beatmaking Deals of the week: Save on a modern drum machine classic, a creative groovebox, and a high-end MIDI keyboard controller!