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Synth Deals from Waldorf, Polyend, SOMA, and AKAI Professional
22 May · Our selection of Synth Deals this week ranges from desktop modules to comprehensive music production systems with endless capabilities.
Homework to Random Access Memories: How to Sound Like Daft Punk
19 May · Ten years ago, Daft Punk made history with the album "Random Access Memories". What gear did Daft Punk use to create their signature sound?
From Harlem To Stardom: How To Sound Like Moby
13 May · We discuss Moby's transition from Club DJ to Pop artist and check out some of the inspiring production gear he used over the years.
The King Of New York: How To Sound Like DJ Premier
29 Apr · Easily one of the most prolific Hip-Hop producers of all time, we look at why DJ Premier is renowned for his incredibly distinctive style.
A Journey into House: How to sound like Everything But The Girl
21 Apr · Everything But The Girl broke through as an electronic act in the mid-1990s. We check out some of their interesting gear choices.
The Wild Bunch from Bristol: How To Sound Like Massive Attack
15 Apr · Massive Attack remains one of the most unique collectives to come out of the 1990s. We check out some of the band's key gear choices.
Save big with Studio Deals from SSL, Audient, and AKAI
04 Apr · If you need a new audio interface or a MIDI controller, this is a great opportunity to save with Studio Deals from SSL, Audient, and AKAI.
AKAI MPC Live 2 Beatclub Timbaland Edition – is it worth it?
03 Apr · AKAI has teamed up with Timbaland to create the MPC Live 2 Beatclub Timbaland Edition – loaded with special content and limited to 500 units.
The Chill-floor Killers: How To Sound Like Kruder & Dorfmeister
25 Mar · Austrian electronic duo, Kruder & Dorfmeister are known for their eclectic DJ-sets and soulful downtempo production style. We find out more!
How to sound like Depeche Mode’s Never Let Me Down Again
25 Mar · Depeche Mode's Never Let Me Down Again was recently featured in the HBO series, The Last Of Us. We find out about the track's production.
Electronic Evolution: How to sound like Depeche Mode
24 Mar · As one of the most successful independent acts of all time, we check out the gear Depeche Mode used on some of their iconic tracks.
Apogee, Akai, and Zoom: Deals of the Week!
13 Mar · Apogee, Akai and Zoom are in our deals of the week! Looking for a new audio interface, a compact MIDI controller or an entry-level field recorder?
The Best Grooveboxes for Beat Creation and Live Performance
25 Feb · Looking to stay creative while traveling, or simply to step outside your DAW? We check out the best grooveboxes for crafting beats.
From Dark Arts To Charts: How To Sound Like The Dust Brothers
18 Feb · The Grammy award-winning duo, The Dust Brothers, is known for their hit productions and highly creative use of sampling. We find out more!
The Best DAW Controllers to improve your production workflow
10 Feb · Is using a mouse too clinical? We discuss control protocols and check out some of the best DAW controllers for your home studio setup.
Barons Of Boom Bap: How to sound like A Tribe Called Quest
04 Feb · A Tribe Called Quest combined conscious lyricism with Jazz-influenced beats to create some of Hip-Hop's classic albums. We find out how!
The best budget beat-making gear to help you get creative
27 Jan · Looking for more affordable ways to create beats? We take a look at some of the best budget beat-making equipment to get you started!
The Dons of Downtempo: How to sound like Air’s Moon Safari
21 Jan · It's the 25th Anniversary of Air's debut record Moon Safari, let's find out more about their creative process and how to sound like Air.
Electronic pioneers: How to sound like The Chemical Brothers
31 Dec 2022 · One of the most respected duos in electronic music, The Chemical Brothers brought their hard-hitting style to the masses. We find out how!
AKAI APC Mini Mk2 and APC Key 25 Mk2: Facelift for the Ableton Controllers
15 Dec 2022 · AKAI has refreshed the APC Mini and APC Key 25 controllers for Ableton Live. What do the APC Mini Mk2 and APC Key 25 Mk2 have to offer?
Brighton Bigbeat: How to sound like Fatboy Slim
10 Dec 2022 · Celebrated DJ, producer, and remix artist, Fatboy Slim created his own brand of acid-infused breakbeat dance music. Let's find out how!
Nordic electronic pioneers: How to sound like Röyksopp
19 Nov 2022 · For a small-town electronic duo, Röyksopp had a major impact on the global music scene. We look at the instruments that made up their sound.