Party Setup For Small Parties, Events, and Gigs – Perfect Match

Are you looking for an easy-to-transport party setup: a sound system with enough power, a controller and more for a small party or gig?

5 of the Best MIDI Controllers for DJs: Extra Control, Additional Power

Looking for extra control over effects and parameters? Augment your rig with the best MIDI controllers for DJs.

Live Sound Mixing in Different Venues: Adapt Your Techniques

We look at live sound mixing in different venues, with some useful guidelines and tips to help your sound translate in a range of formats.

The 8 Best Compressor Pedals for Any Budget: Shape your Dynamics Like a Pro!

The best compressor pedals will let you shape the dynamics of your sound in a way that you'll never want to turn them off. Take a look!

Sentinel, Drox II, PSP Spector: Free Plugins of the Week

This week’s round-up brings you MIDI-controlled distortion, stutter effects, and an awesome spectrum analyzer. Check out Sentinel, Drox II, and PSP Spector!

The Best Synths for Techno Productions in 2025: Powerful, Flexible and Creative

When technology meets emotion: these synths for techno productions shape the modern underground sound.

5 of the Best Physical Modeling Synths

Recreate the sounds of acoustic instruments with these incredible hardware physical modeling synths.

Best Value Resonator Guitars: 5 Bluegrass Options for Your Music

These resonator guitars are surprisingly good for your wallet. So, if you're into jangly acoustic tones, why not check out these options?

Trance Sound 2025 with Plugins: This is a Perfect Match

We present three plugins that will help you create modern trance sounds in your DAW that will pass any test on the dance floor.

Reverb Pre-Delay Techniques: Learn to Play with Space

We explore a range of different reverb pre-delay techniques for adding clarity and depth to instruments in your mixes in any style of music.

The 6 Best FRFR Speakers for Any Budget: Stage Time for Your Modeller!

The best FRFR speakers lat you hear your carefully dialed in modeller preset as neutrally as possible. Check out these six options.

Cryo-tuning – Hocus Pocus or Real Added Value?

Cryo-tuning sounds like high-end science for high-end guitarists. This article explains what it actually involves and how freezing can really help.

The End of G&L Guitars: How Leo Fender’s Second Company Went Bankrupt

It's only been about six weeks since G&L Guitars closed its doors. How did Leo Fenders second company get here?

Diffusia, Body, DSS-130SE: Free Plugins of the Week

This week’s collection of the best free plugins brings you two unique synths and a simple but very effective dynamics plugin: Check out Diffusia, Body, and DSS-130SE.

5 of the Best Affordable Synthesizers – For Every Budget

Here are our picks for the best affordable synthesizers for every budget.

12-String Guitar Riffs That Shaped Rock History

A 12-string guitar can provide a magical experience for players and listeners. The added octaves enrich our ears across different genres of music.

Acid Sound 2025: This Gear is a Perfect Match

Acid never dies! We'll show you three ingredients that will give your studio a timeless acid sound. Guaranteed!

5 of the Best Battery-Powered Speakers for DJs

Never be without sound with these battery-powered speakers for DJs.

Best MIDI Controller Apps for iOS: Control your Synths from your iPhone or iPad

MIDI controller apps are one of the quickest and cheapest ways to add a custom controller to your setup. Turn your iPad or iPhone into a controller!

EQ Techniques: Neve vs Pultec vs API vs SSL

Understanding EQ techniques and types is an essential part of music production to help you achieve clarity and detail at any stage of the process.

The 6 Best Multiscale Guitars for Modern Metal and Fanned Frets Fans

From fan-frets to headless designs, these best multiscale guitars get you the feel and sound of extreme metal. Let's take a look!

Crush FX, Selene, StereoChorus: Free Plugins of the Week

Crush FX is a free multi-effects processor with 15 studio-grade effects! We’ve also got a beautiful algorithmic reverb and a wide stereo chorus.

Recording a Live Podcast: 5 Steps to a Stress-Free Performance

Last week, I co-presented a live podcast to a live audience. Here's what went down, how we did it, and what we'd do to improve next time.

5 of the Best Percussion Synths: Dial in the Drums

Looking for a synthesizer that specializes in drums? Here are our choices for the best percussion synths on the market today.