Marcus works in the software, recording and synthesizer worlds. In addition to writing for GEARNEWS (editor-in-chief of GEARNEWS.com & GEARNEWS.de), bonedo and DJ Mag, he is a music producer, mix & mastering engineer, sound designer, live performer, DJ and lecturer (including SAE). Based in Mainz, Germany, the music producer brings decades of experience and a diverse musical background to his various music projects. He has had countless releases on various prestigious labels and produces music for film, radio and advertising companies in genres such as pop, dance, techno, house, downbeat and more. Marcus has toured as a solo artist and under various pseudonyms such as Broombeck and Guardner. He has over 30 years of professional studio experience, plays numerous instruments and has made a name for himself in the field of electronic music with hits such as "Alone" by 2pole, which spent several months at number one on the Beatport Top 100 chart, as well as gold records. His technical skills and deep understanding of musicality are unmistakable in his productions, and although he already has an impressive career and some early successes behind him, the story of Marcus Schmahl is far from over.
Today, Perfect Match is all about three sound colorers, which add character to individual tracks, buses, and mixes.
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The KORG handytraxx tube is now available for purchase. It's time to get warm!
A synth, mixer, or modulator? It doesn't matter - Native Instruments, Universal Audio, and Cableguys offer high-quality sound at an affordable price.
AlphaTheta, Algoriddim, and Native Instruments have created OneLibrary, the first open standard for DJ platforms.
From beginner instruments to professional equipment: The gift ideas from Thomann offer creative inspiration for an unforgettable Christmas.
Three products for producing techno and shaking the walls of the club. This is our perfect match!
Teenage Engineering OP-XY in action and tested! There is also a unique discount promotion running until the beginning of November. And version 1.1.0 is out now!
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Uhbik 2 reinvents classic effects with fresh modulation, immersive surround support, and tools built for creative sound design. Now available!
Produce music on the go with the ARC ON-EAR from IK Multimedia. It delivers honest sound and precise results for making decisions while wearing headphones.
The new PitchShaper module turns the Cableguys ShaperBox 3 into an extreme tool for melodies, vocals, and drums. Exciting!
Apple released the MacBook Pro M5 with 3.5 times the AI power, 45% more graphics performance, and 24 hours of battery life - but only in a small size.
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With motorized controllers & full integration, ROTO-CONTROL makes Bitwig Studio the heart of any modern setup. It is now also available as the Bitwig Edition.
Guild is expanding its USA Series with the new M-40 and M-50 standard acoustic guitars.
Producers can now grab the AIAIAI TMA-2 Studio Wireless+ headphones at a rare discount that makes wireless mixing more accessible.
Softube, Inphonik, and Wave Alchemy are offering huge discounts, including legendary compressors, retro samplers, and modern drum sounds.
The new Fender American Pro Classic basses are so impressive that you may find yourself falling head over heels in love with them.
The new Fender American Pro Classic models introduce a new class of entry-level guitars manufactured in the USA.
With the Harley Benton CLF-50E, the manufacturer proves once again that impressive guitars and affordable prices can go hand in hand.
What do you need to create explosive boom bap beats? Today, we'll reveal the secret ingredients for achieving 90s-style hip-hop sounds. The perfect match!
For a limited-time you can get significant discounts on Boss and Fender products. Grab them while you can!
The 3 software highlights from IK Multimedia, Softube, and SSL - amp emulations, mixing, and mastering fx - are currently available at very affordable prices.
Audacity 4 will (soon) bring a breath of fresh air to audio editing - with a new interface and a clearer workflow for all sound enthusiasts.
Bruce Springsteen's approach to gear is as minimalist as his playing. Yet, to me, The Boss is one of the greatest guitarists of all time.
Both the black Ibanez K7YIN and the white K7YANG guitars bring the familiar Korn sound to the studio and stage, whether with vibrato or EverTune.