81 Results for "Classic"

Yamaha CS-80 Alternatives: Ways to Get That Classic Sound

With Yamaha CS-80 Alternatives, we're exploring some different ways to recreate its sound in plug-in, keyboard, and desktop module format.

The Best 1176 Alternatives for your Recording Setup

Are you in need of that classic FET compressor sound? We're looking at some of the best 1176 alternatives for your recording setup.

The Best 808 Alternatives: 5 Ways to get that Classic Sound

Can't get your hands on a real TR-808? Don't sweat it, we're looking at some of the best 808 alternatives to get that classic sound.

The Best Budget Grooveboxes to take a break from your DAW

Are you stuck in the mud creatively? We check out some of the best budget grooveboxes for standalone beat creation and live performance.

Classic Gear -The Yamaha DX1: Owning and Recreating the King of FM

Ever wondered what it's like to own a Yamaha DX1? Want to know how to recreate the sound? Rob takes us under the hood of The King of FM...

The Best Moog Synths for getting that classic sound

We've selected some of the best Moog-style synths in different price ranges for creating classic leads and basslines in studio or on stage.

The Best JUNO Synths for creating classic 1980s sounds

Launched way back in 1982, the Roland Juno series remains one of the most popular designs ever. We check out some of its modern recreations.

UAD introduces the Electra 88 and Capitol Compressor plugins

UAD has launched 2 new plugins in the form of the Electra 88 Vintage Keyboard Studio and Capitol Mastering Compressor. Let's take a look!

Studio Deals from Audient, AMS Neve, Neumann, and Genelec

This week's Studio Deals features a selection of offers ranging from entry-level recording gear all the way to high-end professional tools.

Classic Gear: The Roland System-100

We take a deeper look into the Roland System-100, an influential landmark semi-modular analogue synthesizer system still revered today.

Buchla announces the Music Easel and Music Easel Anniversary

The Buchla Music Easel has arrived along with the 50th Anniversary Edition, as the iconic synth enters its third production run in 50 years.

Recreating the Sound of the Sequential Circuits Prophet-5

We look at recreating the sound of the legendary Sequential Circuits Prophet 5 polyphonic analogue synthesizer using software plug-ins.

New updates of the Roland Cloud JUPITER-4, JUPITER-8, and JUNO 106

Version 2 of the Roland Cloud JUPITER-4, JUPITER-8, and JUNO 106 softsynths have been released featuring some new features and refinements.

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.

Recreating the Classic Roland Jupiter 8 sound with Software Plugins

Easily one of the greatest synths of all time, we find out how to recreate the sound of the classic Roland Jupiter-8 with software plugins. 

Save up to 20% on UAFX Guitar Effects with Universal Audio deals

Until March 31, you can get up to 20% off Universal Audio UAFX including classic effects modeling pedals for the studio and stage.

The Best Modern Synth Clones – Affordable Essential Classics!

These five great synth clones sit at the centre of the synthesizer Venn diagram between authenticity, reliability and affordability.

Barons Of Boom Bap: How to sound like A Tribe Called Quest

A Tribe Called Quest combined conscious lyricism with Jazz-influenced beats to create some of Hip-Hop's classic albums. We find out how!

How to Sound Like: Opeth – Blackwater Park

We dive into the recording process Opeth used on Blackwater Park and check out some of the gear used in the creation of this classic album.

Reco-Synth Mutuca FM: hand-crafted analog synthesizer with duelling oscillators

Evolving on the classic analog concept of the Mutuca synth, the Mutuca FM adds an oscillator and expands the modulation palette with FM and Sync.

New affordable monitors from KRK: Classic 7 and Classic 8

KRK has announced the Classic 7 and Classic 8 studio monitors. The new speakers join the Classic 5 as a more affordable alternative to the ROKIT G4 series.

New Hughes and Kettner AmpMan Classic and Modern pedalboards launched

The new 50 Watt AmpMan Classic and Modern from Hughes and Kettner use their analogue Spirit Tone Generator system

Fender adds new models to its California Traditional acoustic series

Fender has added nine new acoustic models to its California Traditional series. These new guitars feature slim necks, and that distinctive 6-in-line headstock.

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.