Making a Christmas anthem for charity: How to sound like Band Aid

We take a look back in time to 1984 and find out about the instruments used in the making of Band Aid - Do They Know It's Christmas?

The Best Budget Eurorack Modules: Building synths from scratch

Thinking of building your own modular synthesizer rig? We've selected some of the best budget Eurorack modules to get you started.

The best value microphones for vocal recording at home

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!

Midweek Modular: Zaar Percussion, CubuSynth VCFA and 333modules

This week we are wowed by the 4-channel Zaar drum module while appreciating the VCA built into the VCFA and discovered cool utilities from 333modules.

The Best Value Offset Guitars

The Best Value Offset Guitars contains a selection of Jazzmaster and Jaguar-style guitars you should check out. Both traditional and contemporary.

Nordic electronic pioneers: How to sound like Röyksopp

For a small-town electronic duo, Röyksopp had a major impact on the global music scene. We look at the instruments that made up their sound.

The best budget podcast gear to get you started

Streaming, vlogging, and podcasting solutions are becoming increasingly accessible. We check out some of the best budget podcast gear!

The Best Affordable Synthesizers For Every Budget

It can be tough shopping for a new synthesizer when you’re on a budget. However, there are plenty of surprisingly affordable synths out there.

The Best Budget Keyboards Under €150 – Beginner Keyboards for all!

Finding the right keyboard on a budget for a beginner can be fraught with many pitfalls. This guide is here to help you make your choice.

Warehouse meets your house: How to sound like The Prodigy

The Prodigy rose from the rave scene in the late 1980s and became a hugely successful crossover act, we look at what went into their sound.

The best Budget Headphones for Music Production

A decent pair of headphones is an essential part of your setup, we check out some of the best budget headphones for recording and mixing.

The Best Value S-Style Guitars – The World’s Most Loved Guitar Design

The Best Value S-Style Guitars is our roundup of some of the Strat-type guitars that offer guitar players plenty of bang for their buck.

Is the Yamaha NS-10 still relevant in modern music production?

We discuss the relevance of the idolized Yamaha NS-10 and look at some modern solutions for getting a similar sound in your audio setup.

The Best Beginner Guitars for Under €150

Want to learn the guitar without breaking the bank? We've hand-picked the best beginner acoustic and electric guitars for under €150.

The 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!

How to sound like The Beatles Revolver: Pushing the boundaries

Easily one of the band's most memorable albums, we take a closer look at some of the instruments that were used on The Beatles Revolver.

Rave pioneers: How to sound like Orbital

We check out some of the core studio and stage instruments that helped create the industrial, euphoric sound of rave pioneers Orbital.

The best compact live mixers for studio and stage

Looking for a decent mixer for the stage, the rehearsal room, or your home studio? We check out the best compact live mixers available.

The best budget effects pedals for electronic music production

Guitar pedals on synths? Yes friends, we're checking out some of the best budget effects pedals for your electronic music production setup.

Review: Is SSL Guitarstrip the simple way to a great guitar tone?

In this Gearnews review, we check out the latest SSL Guitarstrip plugin for your DAW and ask "Does it offer good value for money?"

How to sound like Jean-Michel Jarre

As one of electronic music's early exponents, Jean-Michel Jarre is an inspiration for many. We check out some of his favourite synths!

The best budget grooveboxes to take a break from your DAW

Are you stuck in the mud creatively? We check out some of the best budget grooveboxes for standalone beat creation and live performance.

The best stereo EQ processors for mixdown and mastering

Hardware EQs are powerful tools for shaping your master bus during mixdown and mastering. We check out some of the best stereo EQ units.

The best budget drum machines for music production

Drum machines provide the creative foundation for songwriting in so many musical Genres. We check out some of the best budget drum machines.