Guitar Barre Chords: Why are they Important?

Does your playing need an extra kick? Barre chords aren't actually as bad or as hard as you think. Let's look at why they're important.

Bedroom Compressor MkII, Mirage, Delay Eleven: Free Plugins of the Week

Bedroom Compressor MkII is a free compressor with a few tricks up its sleeve. Other freebies this week: a fascinating sampled instrument and a delay!

Studio Standards: The Best Vocal Microphones of all Time

Legendary studio vocal microphones are among the most exquisite pieces of audio gear. We check out classic vocal mics that made recording history.

Best Beginner Riffs: Cool Guitar Songs to Get You Started

Our pick of the best beginner riffs will help you on your guitar-playing journey. Without getting you kicked out of guitar center. 

Flex Reverb, Rust, Hz Box: Free Plugins of the Week

Flex Reverb is a versatile reverb, Rust delivers tasty lo-fi sounds, and Hz Box emulates a soundbox. Check out our free plugins of the week!

Best Freeware Synths 2023: Top 12 Free Software Synths

There are loads of free software synths – but which ones are really worth it? We check out 12 freeware synths that belong in any producer's toolkit.

Understanding Song Arrangements: What do they Mean?

Understanding song arrangements will give you a much better idea of how to write music. From intros to bridges, what do they mean?

Ohmforce, Game Boi, Tonebox: Free Plugins of the Week

Ready for a trip down memory lane? Ohmforce has said that eight of its classic plugins are now free! Check out the best free plugins of the week.

Filtron, EQ1979, Graphic EQ: Free Plugins of the Week

Polyverse Filtron is a free state-variable filter with loads of good ideas. Other freebies this week include a Neve 1073 emulation and a Graphic EQ.

Serum Alternatives – The best Free and Paid EDM VSTs

We have selected the best Serum alternatives for you! From feature monster to lightweight workhorse to free alternative - something for everyone!

Top 5 Drop C Riffs: From John Mayer to Drowning Pool

Do you like your riffs fast and loud? Look no further! Our pick of the Top 5 Drop C Riffs will satisfy that desire. Let's take a look... 

Black And Blue Basses, Pulsar, Viator DSP: Free Plugins of the Week

Black And Blue Basses is a free sample library that puts two electric basses at your fingertips! We've also got new plugins from Viator DSP & more!

How To Sound Hip in Sound Engineering Circles

Tired of feeling like a noob in forums, comment sections, and IRL? We're going to teach you how to sound hip in sound engineering circles.

Serenity 2 Lite, Samplur PROGATE, MShift8: Free Plugins of the Week

Serenity 2 Lite is full of relaxing pads and soundscapes, Samplur PROGATE chops up your audio, and MShift8 is an 8-band pitch shifter: Free Plugins!

Top 5 Blues Techniques: Blues Basics for Beginners

Bend or slide? We've got you covered! Stick around for our pick of the top 5 blues techniques. Check out these blues basics for beginners.

U-he Diva alternatives – The five best VSTs for epic pads!

We've selected the five best U-he Diva alternatives for you! Epic pad sounds, free alternatives, even MPE and microtonality - a VST for everyone!

Top 5 Drop D Riffs: From Muse to Led Zeppelin

Looking for a new set of riffs? Opening a new dimension for your playing, these top 5 Drop D riffs are exactly what you've been searching for.

Monster OctaChord, Alien Step Mutha, Roundels: Free Plugins of the Week

Monster OctaChord spits out sets of chords in various styles, Alien Step Mutha delivers menacing multi-FX, and Roundels generates unique polyrhythms.

How to Improvise: Using the Pentatonic Scale across the Fretboard

The pentatonic scale is the gateway to improvising on guitar. With these fingerings, you'll be improvising across the entire fretboard in no time!

How to Improve Guitar Skills: Effective Devices You Should Know

Learning guitar is a long journey. Knowing the right skills are essential. Check out these effective devices to help improve your guitar skills. 

Solaris, Wave Breaker, ForkHz: Free Plugins of the Week

Solaris is without a doubt one of the best free plugins to come out of this year’s KVR Developer Challenge. The same goes for Wave Breaker and ForkHz.

KolinMB, NUBE, Neutraliser: Free Plugins of the Week

Analog Obsession has taken the Kolin vintage limiter to new heights with KolinMB, the all-new multi-band version of the classic free plugin!

Modeling Amps On Stage: Gigging With An Amp Modeler

Using a modeling amp on stage can solve a lot of problems – but it can also cause them! Here’s our guide to gigging with an amp modeler.

Boss Gigcaster 8 review: Podcast and live stream mixer for the masses?

In our Boss Gigcaster 8 review, we check out if the compact mixer is the perfect companion for podcasters, streamers, and even bands.