IK Multimedia ARC ON-EAR: T-RackS 6 Pro Worth $199 Now Comes Free
Register your IK Multimedia ARC ON-EAR by August 31 and get T-RackS 6 Pro worth $199 completely free. Review!
Building The Perfect Shoegaze Pedalboard: Get These Pedals For The Wall of Sound!
03 Aug in Guitar
Want to sound like Slowdive. MBV or Whisp? Check out our guide for your first shoegaze pedalboard!
The “Master of Puppets” Guitar Tone: How to Sound Like Metallica with Plugins, Budget Gear, or Studio Equipment
02 Aug in Guitar
What gear to you need to get close to the "Master of Puppets" guitar tone? Which plugins are enough? Check out this guide!
RESTRUKT, Multiply 2, The Clap: Free Plugins of the Week
02 Aug in Studio
RESTRUKT deals with unwanted ambience, Multiply 2 takes free chorus plugins to a new level, and The Clap claps without samples. Free Plugins of the Week!
Synths of Prog Rock: 5 Instruments That Helped Define the Progressive Sound
31 Jul in Synths
Progressive rock shook up the blues-based establishment in the 1970s. These are five synths of prog rock.
Summer Guitar Songs: 5 Classics Every Player Should Learn
31 Jul in Guitar
These summer guitar songs are the antidote for campfire jams. Discover five feel-good tracks that are fun to play and teach valuable lessons.
Drum and Bass in the DAW: 3 Powerful Plugins for Production – Perfect Match
We're showing you three plugins for producing drum and bass in the box, beyond the usual synth suspects like Serum and friends.
Mastering for DJs: 5 Apps to Give Your Mix That Sparkling Finish
30 Jul in DJ
Mastering for DJs shouldn’t be an afterthought. Here are five pieces of software to take your mix over the finish line.
Stem Mastering vs. Full Mix Mastering 2026: The Difference and What You Actually Need Right Now
30 Jul in Studio
Stem mastering vs. full mix mastering: what's the difference, when does it pay off, and what do you actually need for a professional-sounding track?
Best Stage Pianos for an Authentic Vintage Sound
27 Jul in Synths
We've selected some of the best stage pianos available for recreating classic Rhodes and Wurlitzer sounds both in studio and on stage.
The 7 Best Noise Gate Pedals of 2026: Not Hiss Problem (or Hers)
27 Jul in Guitar
Looking for the best noise gate pedals? We've picked seven pedals for any budget. Is your favorite on the list?
Drift Ritual, RVRSE, gFractor: Free Plugins of the Week
This week’s collection of free plugins brings you a software synth, instant reverse risers, and a powerful spectrum analyzer: Drift Ritual, RVRSE, and gFractor!
Are Budget Guitars Worth It? 5 From My Collection
25 Jul in Guitar
Budget guitars have come on leaps and bounds in recent years. Is it worth splashing the cash, or making do with something cheaper? Here's my experience.
Eurorack Synthesizers: How Modular Has Changed Synths
24 Jul in Synths
Here are some of the ways that modular has changed traditional synths, and recommendations for Eurorack synthesizers to try yourself.
Best Travel Guitars in 2026: Compact Guitars Worth Taking Anywhere
24 Jul in Guitar
These are some of the best travel guitars that you should think about taking with you. Because every day is a practice day!
AKAI MPC Sample Review: Back in Stock Again!
24 Jul in Synths
Large quantities of the AKAI MPC Sample are now available again. Read more about it in our review!
DJ Gear Nobody Talks About: 3 Upgrades That Actually Move Your Setup Forward – Perfect Match!
Beyond turntables, mixers, and controllers, there's DJ gear that genuinely levels up your setup. Here are three underrated tools worth adding to your rig.
Using Guitar Pedals in the DAW: Hardware Effects Even Without Re-Amping!
20 Jul in Guitar
Guitar pedals in the DAW: how do they work? And what do you need? Check out this guide.
Recording Without Plugins: Old School Techniques That Still Work
19 Jul in Studio
Recording without plugins is virtually impossible these days, but there are still tried-and-tested techniques that deliver results before you dive into your DAW.
Dagon, Instant, TheBus: Free Plugins of the Week
This week’s round-up of freebies brings you a free alternative to Soothe and a drum plugin that’s heaps of fun. Check out Dagon, Instant, and TheBus!
5 of the Best Synths for Sound Design
17 Jul in Synths
Get deep into synthesis with these five best synths for sound design, with analog, wavetable and hybrid machines all here to inspire you.
What Guitarists Can Learn From Bass: 5 Essential Lessons
17 Jul in Guitar
What guitarists can learn from bass is overlooked. Six strings can be easier than four. Let's check out some vital skills that could help your playing.
Recording on the Go 2026: Three Cool Products For Mobile Recording – The Perfect Match!
17 Jul in Studio
Recording on the go doesn't need a full studio. A compact interface, a rugged mic, and solid headphones get you covered anywhere. Here's our Perfect Match.