Audio Post-Production for Video: Enhancing Visuals with Sound

Audio post-production for video is a crucial aspect of modern media, whether you're creating a Netflix show or your next YouTube video.

Win a Minimoog Signed by Todd Rundgren – Synth Journal

This week, we have the latest Bob Moog Foundation Minimoog raffle, a rather sumptuous 5U modular from muSonics and a couple of ingenious desktop synths.

The Best Multichannel Audio Interfaces for Home Recording

Need more inputs? We're looking at some of the best multichannel audio interfaces to take on recording projects in almost any genre.

Archetypes and Mandolins? A New OMD Album? – Sounds and Presets

A unique cello sample library in the form of Archetypes from Sonixinema, and a 'Dark Mandolin' from Edu Prado in this week's Sounds and Presets.

Roland VQD106, Or How to Make the Drummer Quieter! – Review

Roland set out to achieve the impossible and make drummers quieter! Do the VQD106 succeed or is this a gimmick? Read on...

Altec RS124: The Beatles’ Compressor

The Altec RS124 is more than just a piece of classic gear; it's a part of recording history and a key aspect of the sound of The Beatles.

The Best DAW Controllers to Improve your Production Workflow

Is using a mouse too clinical? We discuss control protocols and check out some of the best DAW controllers for your home studio setup.

Multitrack Recording for Bands

The term 'Multitrack Recording' may sound rather antiquated, but how do we use the same techniques to track musicians in a modern context?

Real to Reel: Real World Drums – Sounds and Presets

From the hallowed rooms at Peter Gabriel's Real World studio complex comes Real to Reel, Toontrack's latest SDX expansion for Superior Drummer.

Eventide H3000 Alternatives: Sounds of the famous Ultra-Harmonizer

We check out a range of different Eventide H3000 Alternatives, from software plugins to multi-effects pedals and rack units for your studio.

5 Surprising Synth Impostors: Beware of Mistaken Identity!

When is a Crumar really a Moog? When it’s a synth impostor!

Touch Tone Timbres, ARKARION, Fan Oscillators: Synth Journal

In this week’s Synth Journal: Make Noise explores touch tone sounds, CubuSynth announces an impressive synth voice, and a CPU fan becomes an oscillator.

The Best Budget 500 Series modules for Home Recording

Tired of analogue modeling software plug-ins? We check out some of the best budget 500 series modules for producing music at home.

Are You Prepared For Mule Piano? – Sounds and Presets

A gorgeous prepared piano in the form of Mule Piano, plus sounds for Pigments 6, OB-X8 and the Moog Muse!

Eric Johnson’s Gear: The Best Guitarists of All Time

When guitarists talk about the ultimate guitar sound, Eric Johnson's name comes up remarkably often. Let's take a look at his gear.

Roland V-Drums TD716 – The Best e-Drum Kit Ever?

Roland’s new flagship V-Drums kit, the TD716, redefines the e-Drum experience, aided by the stunning V71 module.

The best budget beat-making gear to help you get creative

Looking for more affordable ways to create beats? We take a look at some of the best budget beat-making equipment to get you started!

7 Signature Synths We’d Like To See From Our Favourite Artists

Artist guitars and pedals are all the rage so why not synthesizers? Here are seven signature synths featuring artists like we’d like to see.

Do DAWs Sound Different?

Ever heard of a one DAW being described as cleaner or warmer than another? We discuss the variables to find out "Do DAWs sound different?"

5 Synth Legends Captured in 2005 and Bob Moog’s Final Public Appearance – Synth Journal

Captured on April 19th, 2005, a symposium featuring five of the greatest American synth legends took place. 20 years later, we can now bear witness to their collective genius.

The Best Value Microphones for Vocals and Speech Recording

Recording vocals in spaces that aren't ideal environments can be a challenge. Let's check out some of the best value microphones for vocals!

Polarity | Tension Is a Love/Hate Thing – Sounds and Presets

Atonal atmospheric sounds aren't everyone's cup of tea, and Polarity | Tension from Soniccouture is an instrument that might be sonic gold for some, or painful listening for others.

5 Pieces of Studio Gear That Changed Music

We take a trip through time and look at 5 pieces of studio gear that changed music and the music production process in different ways.

What Guitar Case Should You Buy? Soft or Hard?

Finding the right guitar case can be a difficult task. Do you invest, or should you cheap out? Check out this guide of great value soft and hard cases.