AlphaTheta Chordcat: A Smart Groovebox With Over 100,000 Chords for $279? Review!

The Groovebox Chordcat from AlphaTheta is a portable device that aims to make music production easier and more creative. It has tons of chords and a smart sequencer. Reviewed!

The Perfect Reverb for Vocals: Finding the Right Balance Between Presence and Atmosphere

We'll show you how to use the iamReverb plugin to add clarity and depth to your vocals, as well as automation and control to your mix.

Forever 89 Visco Drum Designer is Now a Synthesizer – Review!

It's getting tonal now. Forever 89 Visco has transformed into an awesome synth tool with many interesting features in version 2.0. The update is free!

Best Spring Reverb Pedals 2025: Sunny Sounds for Surf Rock and Skate Punk

The best spring reverb pedal might be the one that gets you closest to that sunny surf rock sound. We've got suggestions for every budget!

Resonarium, LoQuest, Hellsbass: Free Plugins of the Week

Resonarium by Soule DSP is an impressive free physical modeling synth for abstract sound design. Check it out in our free plugins of the week!

Best Bass Effects: Adding Depth to Your Music!

Your bass playing provides the whole vibe. But what if you want to spice things up? Our list of the best bass effects will keep things fresh. 

Algorithmic vs Convolution Reverb: Understand the Difference

What are the main differences we find when using algorithmic vs convolution reverb? We explore the advantages of these two reverb types.

Best Practice Amps: Affordable Amplifiers for Practicing at Home

Looking for an amp to work on your chops ah home? Then check out these best practice amps with many modern features!

REEV-R, Visu, MH Lifter: Free Plugins of the Week

REEV-R is an awesome free convolution reverb plugin with heaps of modulation! Check it out in this week's collection of free plugins.

Budget Delay Pedals: The Best Value Alternatives For You

Are your solos missing that extra flare? Well, it looks like you'll need a budget delay pedal. Let's check out a few options...

How to Sample Vinyl: The Dark Arts in a Modern Context

From the days of tape loops to digital samplers and beyond, sampling remains a cornerstone of modern music. We look at how to sample vinyl!

Elektron Digitakt II Drum Stereo Sampler Update 1.15 With Sample Slicer – Review

In our Elektron Digitakt II review, we check out what's new, what's great and what isn't great yet with the stereo sampler. And there's a new update available!

Best Semi-Hollow Guitar for Any Budget: Blues, Jazz, and Vintage Vibes!

What the best semi-hollow guitar is for you might be the worst one for someone else. That's why we have five suggestions for any budget!

Behringer LM Drum: Is the LinnDrum Clone Really That Great? Available Again & Review!

Authentic 1980s sound meets modern technology: The Behringer LM Drum is more than just a LinnDrum alternative. Available again & my review!

multiDelay, CircuitMix, Shoeless Drive 2.0: Free Plugins of the Week

This week’s collection of free plugins features a versatile delay, a vintage console emulator, and a hard-hitting metal overdrive.

The Best AC/DC Songs for Beginners: 5 TABs to Help You

These are some of the best AC/DC songs for beginners, highlighting core skills to help you progress on your guitar playing journey.

Teenage Engineering TX-6 Pro-Mixer & TP-7 Recorder Update – Review

The TX-6 from Teenage Engineering is a super-compact, 12-channel mixer and audio interface. It now has a major update for the mini mixer and TP-7 recorder!

Moog Messenger Review

The new Moog Messenger aims to deliver classic monophonic Moog sounds at a lower price. Read our review to find out if Moog is on the right track.

Dreamtonics Synthesizer V Studio 2 Pro: New Update with ARA and More – Reviewed!

AI singing with emotion, expression and modulation: how real does the virtual singer sound? We put the Dreamtonics Synthesizer V Studio 2 Pro to the test!

Voltage Labs: A New Chapter for Thomann Synthesizers Begins Now!

Thomann Synthesizers has a new name: Voltage Labs. They're bringing a breath of fresh air to the synthesizer scene and connecting creative minds beyond content.

Best Tape Delay Pedal: Get the Sounds of Echoplex and Space Echo on your Board!

The best tape delay pedal gets you close to the wonderfully wobbly sound of studio legends like Echoplex or Space Echo. Check out or suggestions!

Hyperspace Core, FILT-R, StereoMixer: Free Plugins of the Week

Hyperspace Core is the free sibling to the awesome Hyperspace reverb by JMG Sound! Check it out in this week's collection of the best free plugins.

The Best Guitar Amp for Beginners: Affordable Noisemakers To Get Started

The best guitar amp for beginners can be a difficult one to find. We've made it easier with these suggestions. Take a look!

Codec 2.0, Tumult, 23Tape: Free Plugins of the Week

This week’s collection of free plugins is all about the artful destruction of audio signals. Check out Codec 2.0, Tumult, and 23Tape!