29 Results for "1980s"

Why Do We Still Use 1980s Reverb?

We discuss the magic of 1980s reverb, why it's still in use today, and the different ways to bring classic reverb sounds to your setup.

80s Bass Lines: Big Hair Bass Bops for Your Playing

80s bass lines are fast, exciting and fun to play! With these 5 examples, there's something for beginners, pro players, and anyone in-between.

How To Use Roland Jupiter-8 Plugins in your DAW

We check out some of the best Roland Jupiter-8 plugins and cover some tips on authentically recreating the classic polysynth in the box.

How to Recreate the Classic Roland Juno Sound using Software Plug-ins

The Roland Juno has dominated music for over four decades! We take a look at some of the best synth plugins that capture its classic sound.

The Gibson Victory is back from the ’80s

The Victory is back! This quirky 1980s offset double-cut design from Gibson is now available once more.

SSL GateVerb Takes You Back To The ’80s

The SSL GateVerb plug-in brings a new approach to non-linear reverb processing, allowing you to conjure up classic reverb sounds in seconds.

Gimme Some Space: The Best Reverb Plugins for Beginners

Tired of using the stock reverbs in your DAW? We're looking at some of the best reverb plugins for creating vintage and modern sounds.

80s Guitar Riffs: Top 5 era-defining songs

80s guitar riffs are just so cool! From shredding to synthesisers, there's so much to learn. So grab your aviator sunglasses and let's get playing...

The Best Roland JUNO Alternatives for Classic 1980s Sounds

We look at some of the best Roland JUNO alternatives for adding retro-style analogue synth leads, basses, and pads to your productions.

Save up to 77% with the Cherry Audio February Sale

Until March 31, the Cherry Audio February Sale is on, with discounts of up to 77% off on vintage-style software instruments and effects.

The Best Roland SH-101 Plugins: Recreate the Iconic Sound in your DAW

We explore the significance of the classic monosynth in modern music and look at ways to reproduce its sound using Roland SH-101 plugins.

Catalinbread CBX Gated Reverb – Phil Collins in a box?

The Catalinbread CBX Gated Reverb puts that classic '80s studio effect made famous by Phil Collins, into a pedal format.

Happy 808 Day! We look back at the heritage of the Roland TR-808

As an 808 Day celebration, we're looking back at the history of the Roland TR-808 and how it rose to prominence in global music culture.

Let It All Out: How To Sound Like Tears For Fears

Tears For Fears are known creating some of the most widely loved songs of all time. We look at their process and some of the gear they used.

Electronic Evolution: How to sound like Depeche Mode

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.

LinnDrum: Software Tools to Get THE 80s Drum Sound

The LinnDrum was the neon heartbeat of the 1980s: From EPROM emulation plug-ins to sample packs, here are the best software alternatives.

Get over 80% off the SSL X-Delay with this limited-time offer

Until January 5, you can get over 80% off the SSL X-Delay! We take a closer look at some of the features of this useful effects plugin.

How to sound like Kate Bush – Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)

Kate Bush is back in the charts again with her 1985 single, Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God). We take a deep dive into the song's production.

Emulation II+: More 80s sophistication than a permed mullet

Emulation II+ pulls in the sounds of the iconic 80s Emulator I, II and III samplers plus the Drumlator and SP12 for a massive Babycham and Snakebite party.

Blackstar Fly Neon: An ’80s neon-coloured ‘JEM’ of an amp

The new Blackstar Fly Neon comes in three hot '80s neon colours, and looks like the perfect mini amp for hot shred riffs and more.

MFB-501 Pro: 80s analog drum computer revived with added samples

The MFB-501 Pro revives the classic MFB-501 drum analog computer and fuses it with the 8 sample slots of the MFB-KULT and wraps it up in an oddly authentic beige enclosure.

Chase Bliss Audio Dark World: 1980s 8-Bit Reverbs and a whole lot more

Chase Bliss Audio has released a new reverb pedal along with Keeley and Cooper FX. Dark World took a hefty sip in the 1980s but can do more. Much more.

Is Fender’s Ryan Adams Signature Master Blaster Strat due for imminent release?

That Ryan Adams MasterBlaster Stratocaster wasn't officially launched at Summer NAMM as we were all hoping, but Ryan has unboxed one via his Instagram account, so it can't be too long!

Subdecay Vector Preamp: Feel Good Hit of The Summer?

With 4 Overdrive Channels, 3 Fuzz Channels and 4 Distortion Channels the Vector uses digital control and a fully analogue signal path to achieve its variety.