Vikingtronica: How to sound like Björk
Björk's unique approach to the visual and musical aspects of her artistic output makes her stand out, even in today's musical landscape.
Review: Cherry Audio Harmonia Synthesizer
Cherry Audio's Harmonia sees the team set aside their interests in synths of old and refocus on something new, exciting and rather unique!
REVIEW – Universal Audio UAFX Galaxy 74 and Del-Verb
We put the UAFX Galaxy 74 and Del-Verb pedals through their paces and find out how you can incorporate them into your studio or live setup.
Which are the right Plugin Formats for your DAW?
27 Aug 2023 in Studio
Ever been asked which formats to use when installing a plugin? We're going to find out exactly which plugin formats to use and why.
Plastikman: How To Sound Like Ritchie Hawtin
Ritchie Hawtin rose to prominence from the Detroit Techno scene of the late 1980s, we check out some of the gear he used over the years.
They Were Right About You: How To Sound Like A Perfect Circle
We look at the production behind A Perfect Circle, how they developed their unique sound, and some key instruments used in the process.
Soul Brothers: How To Sound Like Jungle
We take a closer look at the UK electronic soul duo, Jungle, and discuss some of the key instruments they used early on in their career.
Happy 808 Day! We look back at the heritage of the Roland TR-808
As an 808 Day celebration, we're looking back at the history of the Roland TR-808 and how it rose to prominence in global music culture.
Playing the Villain: How to Sound like MF Doom
MF Doom was mystical figure from the backpack era of Hip-Hop. We find out more about his process and some of the gear that inspired it.
Cosmic Wonderland: How To Sound Like Tame Impala
We check out some of the key instruments used in creating the escapist, melancholic sound of Kevin Parker's solo project, Tame Impala.
The Wizard Of IDM: How To Sound Like Aphex Twin
We find out about some of the instruments that shaped the early sound of Aphex Twin, one of the most respected names in electronic music.
Shaolin Island: How To Sound Like Wu-Tang Clan
We explore the saga of the Wu-Tang Clan and check out some of the gear they used in the creation of their abstract and influential sound.
Glory Box of Tricks: How to Sound Like Portishead
Trip-Hop pioneers, Portishead, are known for unique production style, we find out more and look into some of their interesting gear choices.
Review: Cherry Audio Octave Cat Synthesizer
Cherry Audio continue down the vintage synthesizer path less travelled with their recreation of a lesser-known but much-loved classic.
Gothenburg Soul: How To Sound Like Little Dragon
Little Dragon reached an international audience with their soulful, euphoric sound, we check out some of their interesting gear choices.
World’s Most Expensive Guitars: The Hottest Collector’s Items
02 Jul 2023 in Guitar
The world's most expensive vintage guitars regularly fetch millions at auctions – especially if they were owned by legendary rock icons!
Let It All Out: How To Sound Like Tears For Fears
Tears For Fears are known creating some of the most widely loved songs of all time. We look at their process and some of the gear they used.
Studio Standards: Classic Compressors and Limiters
01 Jul 2023 in Studio
Classic compressors like the 1176, LA-2A, and Fairchild are much more than dynamics processors. We look at the most iconic compressors of all time.
Review: GForce M-Tron Pro IV – Tron and On
GForce Software return to their roots and drag M-Tron Pro into the 21st century, not so much kicking and screaming but wowing and fluttering!
The Electronic Resistance: How To Sound Like Leftfield
UK duo, Leftfield, broke through with their debut full-length LP in 1995, we discuss their production style and some key gear choices.
Classic Gear -The Yamaha DX1: Owning and Recreating the Mighty King of FM
18 Jun 2023 in Synths
Ever wondered what it's like to own a Yamaha DX1? Want to know how to recreate the sound? Rob takes us under the hood of The King of FM...
