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Is Kickstarter Reaching Its Limit? When Backers Only Lose Out, as I Have Experienced Firsthand!
06 Aug in Tech
An increasing number of campaigns are ending in frustration. Has Kickstarter gone from being a driver of innovation to a risk trap?
Tiny Vinyl: A Small Format Making a Big Statement in Physical Music Culture
Tiny Vinyl records are just 4 inches wide, hold 4 minutes per side, and look like the cutest thing in music today.Cherry Audio, Pulsar Audio, Softube: 3 Ultimate Software Deals!
Receive big discounts on products from Cherry Audio, Pulsar Audio, and Softube. Powerful synthesizers and plugin effects are on sale. For a limited time only!iZotope FXEQ Gives You More Control Over Sound Design – Special Effects in Detail!
05 Aug in Studio
iZotope FXEQ enables precise sound enhancement at frequency level, bypassing the need for complex effect chains. And it's available at an attractive price.
Dr. Dre’s Iconic SSL 4000 G+ Console Was Auctioned For $165,000
04 Aug in Studio
The heart of countless hip-hop hits changed hands for $165k and continues to make history. Dr. Dre's SSL 4000 G+ console is now on display in a museum.
IK Multimedia’s Prism Puts Reverb in Motion – Reverb no Longer Sounds Like an Effect!
If you think of reverb as a texture rather than a space, you'll love Prism from IK Multimedia. It creates characterful soundscapes.Arturia, XLN Audio, SSL x Harrison: 3 Ultimate Software Deals!
Receive big discounts on products from Arturia, XLN Audio, and SSL x Harrison. Powerful synths and plugin effects are now on sale. For a limited time only!rekordbox for iOS/Android: The Free Lite Mode Lets You Be a DJ Anywhere
29 Jul in DJ
The latest version of the rekordbox for iOS and Android DJ app features a Lite mode. DJ anytime, anywhere, with ease - it's free!
Massive X Player as Freeware: The Perfect Introduction to the World of Native Instruments!
The new Massive X Player is free and still delivers powerful sounds for modern productions. Thank you, Native Instruments!Spotify is Releasing AI-Generated Music by Deceased Artists – Without Permission!
28 Jul in Tech
The AI-generated music on Blaze Foley's Spotify profile has caused outrage: What does this mean for real music and rights?
The Commodore C64 is Back – And it’s Making a Charming Comeback!
28 Jul in Tech
The new Commodore C64 edition combines retro charm with modern technology, bringing classic games into the modern age.
Soundboks Lightboks: Is This the Ultimate Portable Light For Your Party?
25 Jul in Live
"A sound-reactive party light for sick visuals": That's how the new portable light effect with app control, Soundboks Lightboks, introduces itself.
Look Mum No Computer is Now a Computer Game: A RPG Shooter With Lots of Music!
You can now play the Look Mum No Computer game on your computer! It's an RPG that combines shooter elements with synthesizer module crafting. Nice!Iftah Slippery Slope: This M4L Synth Brings the Sound of Acid Back to Ableton Live – For Free!
25 Jul in Synths
Iftah Slippery Slope: This monophonic, direct, and free synth is a lot of fun in Live and on Push Standalone.
Top Software Deals at Thomann Music Days – Huge Summer Sale!
Thomann Music Days Software Deals: Special offers on audio tools, plugins, and virtual instruments - for a limited time only.Recording Deals for Producers: Thomann Music Days 2025 are Here!
High-quality microphones, preamps, and interfaces are currently on sale for a limited time during the Thomann Music Days Recording Deals event.Secure Great Synthesizer Deals at Thomann Music Days 2025!
Thomann Music Days 2025: Cult synthesizer deals! Many classic and new products are now available at special prices, but only while supplies last!5 Tips for the Perfect Placement of PA Speakers
11 Jul in Live
If you place your PA speakers incorrectly, the sound may come across as flat or unbalanced. It could even sound straining! Here's how to do it right!
Techno Legends Use This Gear: Jeff Mills and His Roland TR-909
This drum machine has accompanied Jeff Mills for decades, shaping the techno sound like no other device.AlphaTheta Chordcat: A Smart Groovebox With Over 100,000 Chords for $279? Review!
The Groovebox Chordcat from AlphaTheta is a portable device that aims to make music production easier and more creative. It has tons of chords and a smart sequencer. Reviewed!The Perfect Reverb for Vocals: Finding the Right Balance Between Presence and Atmosphere
09 Jul in Studio
We'll show you how to use the iamReverb plugin to add clarity and depth to your vocals, as well as automation and control to your mix.
Vochlea Dubnote is Like Voice Memos, But Finally Made for Musicians! Free for 24h!
09 Jul in Tech
Vochlea Dubnote is a real tool that promotes creativity, not a gimmicky AI. It's free today only!