Sounds and Presets: Exciting Patches and Samples for Arturia Pigments, Waldorf Microwave 1 and More

This week’s Sounds and Presets features a triple pack for Arturia Pigments and Analog Lab, patches for the Waldorf Microwave 1 and more.

IK Multimedia ARC Studio – Room correction hardware on sale!

We take a look at the brand-new room correction hardware IK Multimedia ARC Studio. How does it compare to other tools? Now on sale!

Guitar Speakers: The most important part of the signal chain?

Guitar speakers are the unsung heroes of perfecting your sound. Hidden from sight in cabs, their components significantly shape your sound.

Relica, Growl Filter, TWD DLX: Free Plugins of the Week

Hivetune Relica is a free synth that takes you back to the glorious days of 8-bit gaming! Check out the free plugins of the week here.

Best Finger Drumming Pad Controllers: 5 Fun MIDI Controllers Under $500

Let your digits dance with these best finger drumming pad controllers - for not much money.

Guitar Pickups 101: A Beginner’s Complete Guide

Guitar pickups give players their voice and choice when it comes to sound. Let's check out which could be best for you.

DVS and DJing:  Everything You Need to Know About Digital Vinyl Systems

Interested in playing digital files from turntables? Then you want DVS. Here’s what you need to get started with Digital Vinyl Systems.

Hit Record Maker Freeware: Can It Really Help You Create a Hit?

Curious about the Hit Record Maker? See how this free secret weapon could be the key to your next big hit.

Atlas, S-Drive, Aurora: Free Plugins of the Week

This week's round-up of the best free plugins brings you a polyphonic synth, a high-frequency enhancer and a famous bass overdrive. Here's Atlas, Aurora, and S-Drive!

Synth Repair: How to fix vintage synthesizers and drum machines yourself

You can do quite a lot of vintage synth repairs by yourself. Find out how.

Master These 5 Essential Guitar Strumming Patterns

Strumming patterns are your gateway into turning chord exercises into music! Why not try these 5 as a way to refine your skills?

Universal Audio Century Tube Channel Strip Plugin – free for a limited time!

Get the perfect mix with the UA Century Tube Channel Strip and enjoy easy control over dynamics and EQ in your tracks. Free for a limited time!

Behringer Edge: Now 30% off & first look!

Behringer Edge is now available with a 30% discount. We took the compact groove synthesizer with a pink dress for a spin and compared it to the original, it's modeled after.

Black Mirror Reverb, Borealis-LE, DuckingSpace: Free Plugins of the Week

This week’s collection of free plugins is all about unusual reverb. Check out Black Mirror Reverb, Borealis-LE, and DuckingSpace!

Aphex Twin Synthesizers: Selected Ambient Synths Volumes 1 & 2

Curious about the Aphex Twin synthesizers used on his two landmark ambient albums? You might be surprised how ordinary they are…

Unforgettable 70s Guitar Riffs: Glam Rock to Punk

The amount of 70s guitar riffs out there are enough to keep anyone busy. As a beginner, it can be cool to brush up on some essential skills from the decade.

BitFlip, eChorus, Monster Crab: Free Plugins of the Week

BitFlip takes you straight into the wondrous world of 8-bit game soundtracks! Check out the free plugins of the week.

Best Synths For Kids: 5 Fun Instruments to Get the Child in Your Life Hooked on Synthesizers

Start the young ones in your life down the synthesis road with these five best synths for kids.

Heat, Dynastor, miniOPT: Free Plugins of the Week

Heat is a free distortion plugin that packs a punch! This week’s round-up of the best freebies also features two excellent compressors: Dynastor and MiniOpt.

Best VCS3 and Synthi Clones, Replicas and Inspirations

Get as close as possible to the real EMS thing with these best VCS3 and Synthi clones.

80s Guitar Riffs: Top 5 era-defining songs

80s guitar riffs are just so cool! From shredding to synthesisers, there's so much to learn. So grab your aviator sunglasses and let's get playing...

Beetlecrab Tempera Review: A Granular Sampler Like No Other

Tempera by Beetlecrab Audio is one of the most unusual granular samplers available. Read our review to find out what Tempera is all about.

T-De-Esser 2, TL EasyComp, Pitchmunk: Free Plugins of the Week

T-De-Esser 2 by Techivation takes this awesome free de-esser to another level! Check out the free plugins of the week.

Travel Guitars: Great options for summer!

Travel guitars and the holidays are here! But where can you put your guitar for campfire beach jams? Let's check out some options...