The 7 Best Flanger Pedals: From Gilmour to Van Halen

The best flanger pedals get you close to the famous wooshing sounds of the classic rock era. Check out our seven picks!

8TT, CloudReverb, Sotto Spindown: Free Plugins of the Week

8TT is an awesome free 8-band OTT compressor with one of the best user interfaces we’ve seen in a while. Check it out in our round-up of the best free plugins!

MPC Vs Maschine: Which Is the Best for You?

With the release of the new Live III, the MPC Vs Maschine battle is hotter than ever. Which series is right for you, Akai or native Instruments?

The Vinyl DJ in 2025: This Gear is a Perfect Match!

Vinyl records are back in style. Maybe your collection is so big that you want to start performing as a vinyl DJ. Here's the perfect match for your new gear!

AKAI MPC Live III Review: Welcome to the Future

The AKAI MPC Live III is a true quantum leap – not only in terms of sheer power, but also in terms of workflow and expression. Read our review to find out more.

Music Theory for Producers: Write More Compelling Music

We dive into music theory for producers and tackle some of the foundational aspects that can become tools to write more compelling music.

Roland TR-1000: All Hail the Rhythm Terminator – Review

Roland’s TR-1000 Rhythm Creator drum machine has analog circuits along with a number of improvements over its TR-8S predecessor.

Make it Loud and Clear: The 7 Best Guitar Cabinets for Any Budget

The best guitar cabinets are those that take your sound to the next level. Check out your picks for any bugdet!

D’Addario NYXL Strings Tested – Review

Good strings are more than just wire. D'Addario NYXL strings are a modern solution to almost every problem. We have tested them.

Three Ways to Get the Smells Like Teen Spirit Sound: Plugins, Budget Setup, or Studio Gear

Looking to achieve that Smells Like Teen Spirit sound? We've got three ways to success: plugins, budget gear and high-end equipment!

Starscraper, Coda, Silver Fox MK2: Free Plugins of the Week

A pitch-shifting reverse delay, a unique mix enhancer, and a versatile VCA compressor: Check out Starscraper, CODA, and Silver Fox MK2!

10000 Drum Machines: Cool and Creative Browser Drum Machines – Absolutely Free!

With features ranging from voice control to earthquake data, 10000 Drum Machines brings creative beat-making directly to your browser.

5 Cool Backing Tracks to Help Practice Your Scales

Cool backing tracks are essential for working on guitar improvisation. Having the right track will help you explore different vibes and techniques.

The Chip Sound of the 1990s in 2025 – This Gear is a Perfect Match!

This gear brings the sound of 1990s chip sound into the present day. It's a perfect match for fans of the Amiga, SEGA, Nintendo and SoundBlaster.

5 of the Best DJ Mixers for Live Performance

Performance-ready with built-in EQ and filters, these are the best DJ mixers for live performance.

The Best Pocket Synths: 5 Ways to Get Creative on the Go

Ever get a creative itch for synths in situations where a mobile app simply won't do? Let's check out some of the best pocket synths!

Mono vs Stereo Recording: Do I Use 1 Mic or 2?

The choice of mono vs stereo recording can be a conundrum if you aren't experienced. We learn when to use one mic technique over another.

From Sabbath to AC/DC: The 7 Best SG-Style Guitars for Every Budget

The best SG-style guitars get you close to the sound, look, and feel of classic rock icons. Check out these seven models!

Atomic Reverb Free, DigiDestroy, Lado b: Free Plugins of the Week

Atomic Reverb Free is a free algorithmic reverb plugin with loads of sound shaping options. Check it out in this week’s round-up of freebies!

7 of the Best Traditional-Style Analog Synths: Back to Basics

Revel in the gorgeous sound of pure unadulterated electricity with these traditional-style analog synths.

Modular Hybrid: Synthesizer and DAW in Harmony – Perfect Match!

This modular hybrid set brings together three products that complement each other perfectly: synth, audio interface and computer. A perfect match!

Alesis 3630: The Daft Punk Compressor

This budget stereo compressor/limiter/noise gate became synonymous with the sound of French House. We find out how to use the Alesis 3630.

Reason 13 Deal: Save Big on DAW and Instruments – Review!

Get up to 60% off Reason 13, Reason+, and classic devices like Polar, Complex-1, and more.

Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 8M: Premium Wavetable Synth Now Affordable – Review!

We check out if the 3rd Wave 8M is still as magical despite the decrease in hands-on control.