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SYNTH BASSLINES

How To Write A Synth Bassline: 5 Top Tips for Beginners

24 Jul · While one of the simplest aspects of music production, it remains a hallmark of great songs. We find out how to write a synth bassline.

E-DRUM DEALS

e-Drum Deals: Huge Savings on Roland V-Drum Acoustic Design Kits

22 Jul · There has never been a better time to buy a Roland V-Drum Acoustic Design kit! We look at four different VAD kits for varying budgets.

5 Studio Deals on Music Production Gear

20 Jul · In this week's edition of Studio Deals, you can save up to 40% on music production gear from Focusrite, Novation, Roland, and Adam Audio.

AXEL HARTMANN INTERVIEW

Axel Hartmann: An Interview with the Legendary Synth Designer

19 Jul · Synthesizer industrial design genius Axel Hartmann talks about the design process, finding inspiration and who he wishes he could design for. Hint: they’re Scandinavian…

BUDGET BEAT-MAKING

The best budget beat-making gear to help you get creative

11 Jul · 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 Classic Tape Echo Plugin: Roland Cloud Space Echo RE-201

Roland Cloud Space Echo RE-201: The Classic Tape Echo Plugin

10 Jul · It's late to the party, but the Roland Cloud Space Echo RE-201 could be one of the most authentic recreations of the classic echo effect.

Synth Deals

Amazing Synth Deals: Roland Drum Machines, Novation, and CME WIDI!

10 Jul · Save up to 25 percent with these deals on legendary Roland drum machines, samplers from Novation, and wireless CME WIDI adapters!

ITALIAN SYNTHESIZERS

Italian Synthesizers: The Colorful History of 5 Italian Synth Giants

05 Jul · Quirky and characterful, Italian synthesizers provided a much-needed counterpoint to the instruments of America and Japan.

AUDIO ESSENTIALS

Audio Essentials Deals: Save on these 5 Studio Accessories

03 Jul · In this week's edition of Audio Essentials Deals, you can save up to 30% on useful studio accessories for your home recording setup.

Synth Deals

Synth Deals: Roland S-1, Polyend, Teenage Engineering

03 Jul · In this week’s edition of Synth Deals: Save on the Roland S-1 AIRA Compact Tweak Synth, Polyend Tracker Mini, and Teenage Engineering PO-12 Rhythm!

SAMPLERS

5 of the Best Samplers for Music Production and Live Performance

02 Jul · We discuss the key aspects of samplers and look at some of the best samplers for both creating music and incorporating into your live setup.

BEST SOUNDING SYNTHS

Best Sounding Synths: 7+ Stellar Analog, Digital and Software Synths

28 Jun · Some synthesizers just sound better. Here are the seven best sounding synths currently on the market as chosen by the Gearnews editors.

AIformusic: 50 tech companies sign new guidelines for AI in music

25 Jun · In a step to find common guidelines for new AI tools, 50 of the biggest music tech companies have signed an agreement for the future called AIformusic.

E-DRUM DEALS

e-Drum Deals – Great Drum Pad Offers

24 Jun · This week we look at some great drum pad deals that will benefit e-drummers and acoustic drummers alike. Expand your kit without expanding its footprint!

SAMPLERS WITH ANALOG FILTERS

Samplers with Analog Filters: Get the Best of 2 Worlds

21 Jun · Pairing digital samples with analog filters can yield some creamy and delicious results. Here are the top samplers with analog filters.

SYNTH JOURNAL

Yamaha CS-80 Clone, Make Noise Bruxa & More: Synth Journal

20 Jun · This week we’ve got a new Yamaha CS-80 clone, Koma Elektronik’s hot-wired hot plate Chromaplane, Roger Linn makes a beat on an MPC and more.

Synth Deals

Synth Deals: AKAI MPC Live II, Roland, Arturia

19 Jun · This week’s edition of Synth Deals features the AKAI MPC Live II, the Roland SP-404 MKII sampler, and the Arturia KeyStep Pro Chroma. Save up to 15%!

BEST BEAT MAKERS

Standalone Beat Makers: 5 Best Groove Machines

14 Jun · Got itchy fingers? Come down with a bad case of sampleritis? We have the cure for what ails you: the best standalone beat makers - for a variety of budgets.

HOW TO USE A DRUM MACHINE

How To Use A Drum Machine: 4 Beatmaking Basics

12 Jun · Beatmaking plug-ins and hardware drum machines can be tricky the first time around. We look at how to use a drum machine in your studio.

SOUNDS AND PRESETS

Sounds and Presets: HyperSynth HCard Special

12 Jun · In this week's Sounds and Presets, I want to showcase the work of HyperSynth who make modern storage cartridges for classic vintage digital synths such as the DX1, M1 and D50!