The Best iZotope Ozone Alternatives for Mastering Your Music
14 May in Studio
Are you wondering which is the best Ozone Alternatives? Here are the best plugin options for mastering, with both free and paid options!
Live Digital Mixers: Tools Of The Trade
12 May in Live
On this list of live digital mixers, you'll find trusted options ranging from mobile sound rigs and small venues all the way up to theatres.
This Week’s Highlights: Superbooth Stories
In this week's highlights, we catch up on some of the most exciting stories from Superbooth25, with releases from Vermona and Moog Music.
AI Synthesis: The Unbelievable Future Of Synthesizers Is Almost Here
09 May in Synths
In this special report on AI synthesis, we try to answer the question: could an AI-powered soft synth someday mimic a Roland Jupiter-8?
The Best Telecaster for Rock, Blues and Metal
09 May in Guitar
Finding the best Telecaster is hard. But it is easier to search for the ideal model based on genre. So, stay with us as we look through various models.
Post-Production Plugins for Professional Workflows
07 May in Studio
Whether you're a sound designer or an ADR engineer, post-production plugins can help you get high-quality results quickly and consistently.
Hydrasynth as a ROLI Sound Engine Plus Super Hero FX- Sounds & Presets
07 May in Synths
ASM's Hydrasynth is already an expressive synth, but why not try using a ROLI Seaboard to take it even further?
The Best Budget Samplers for Music Production
Sampling is still one of the most powerful aspects of music production, we've selected some of the best budget samplers for creating beats.
The Best Digital Converters for your Recording Setup
Looking to take give your audio setup a serious upgrade? We've selected some of the best digital converters for expanding your studio.
Superbooth, an Awesome Freebie, and a Farewell to Vectra: Tops & Flops of the Week
03 May in Synths
With Superbooth just days away, we take a look at what to expect from this year's show. Also: Future Retro discontinues the Vectra. Tops and flops of the week!
Sound and Gear of Dave Grohl – The Greatest Guitarists of All Time
02 May in Guitar
The sound and gear of Dave Grohl. Nirvana, Foo Fighters, creative jack-of-all-trades, and producer. The most influential rock musicians of our time.
External DSP Solutions: Is Acceleration still Worthwhile?
We discuss the pros and cons of external DSP systems and check out some options for use in the studio and live sound environments.
How To Use A Mixing Console: A Beginner’s Guide
30 Apr in Studio
Ever wondered how to use a mixing console? Here's a beginner's guide with awesome tips you can use to get the most from your mixing desk.
Expand and Enhance Your V Collection – Sounds and Presets
30 Apr in Synths
This week, we show you some great banks created specifically for Arturia's V Collection, which just got updated to 11!
Why the New AI Copyright Law Poses a Massive Threat to the Future of Artists in Europe – Act Now!
29 Apr in Tech
AI copyright in danger: New EU and UK laws threaten creative professions and favor AI developers - what creatives need to know now.
Soothe Alternatives: Plugins for Resonance Suppression
28 Apr in Studio
Few plugins are as popular in mixing as Soothe. But given its price and its complexity, what are some Soothe alternatives worth checking out?
7 Huge Synthesizer Plugin Collections – Tops and Flops
26 Apr in Synths
Looking for a one-stop-shop for your synth plugins? There are some very decent collections out there, all with something to offer. We take a look and try and figure out which one is the best!
Strat Showdown: Which Is Best for You?
25 Apr in Guitar
This Strat showdown sees us look at various Stratocaster guitars. Whether you're on a budget or have a hole burning in your pocket.
Their Biggest & Best Yet? Arturia V Collection 11 – Review
24 Apr in Synths
As Arturia's V Collection 11 breaks cover, we check out the updates and new editions and see if it is a worthy upgrade on the previous iteration.
The Best Podcast Mixers for Any Budget
Looking to invest in a mixer for your podcast or live stream? Here are some of the best podcast mixers that should be on your radar.
Shoulder Pads and Frames – A Geometric Sounds and Presets
23 Apr in Synths
KORG takes us on a trip back in time with Shoulder Pads, whilst Void & Vista give us Frames, another innovative and inspiring library to embellish our productions.
The Greatest Guitarists of All Time: Joe Bonamassa – Sound and Gear
22 Apr in Guitar
There are guitarists who are virtuosos and those who are sound tinkerers. And then there's Joe. We take a look at Joe Bonamassa's gear.
Which are the Best Mic Preamps for Home Recording?
21 Apr in Studio
Is a dedicated microphone preamp a necessity or a luxury? We take a look at some of the best mic preamps for home recording and find out.
The Best Multi-Effects Pedals Under €150: Bargain Effects for You!
18 Apr in Guitar
Guitar effects pedals can be expensive and complicated, right? Remove the stress and expense with our list of the best multi FX pedals under €150.