AKAI MPC Sample Review: The Sample Is Going Open Source
29 Oct in Synths
Fancy a chiptune synth on your MPC Sample? How about a wavetable one? That and much more will be possible when AKAI makes it open source.
178 Results for "sampling"
Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave Terminal Lets You Make Your Own Wavetables
20 Oct in Synths
3rd Wave Terminal from Groove Synthesis brings 3rd Wave synth control to your computer. And it’s free!
Against the Grain: Best Granular Synths & Samplers 2026
05 Oct in Synths
Granular synths and samplers are among the most powerful tools for creative sound design. We check out the best granular synths of 2026.
5 of the Best Samplers with Analog Filters
02 Oct in Synths
Pairing digital samples with analog filters can yield some creamy and delicious results. Here are the top samplers with analog filters.
Deals Of The Week from Elektron, AIAIA, and Cranborne Audio
05 Sep in Deals
In this installment of Deals Of The Week, you'll find a selection of exciting deals on music production gear to improve different areas of your setup.
Sampling Copyright EU 2026: BGH Delivers Final Ruling, Kraftwerk Sample Stays Legal!
03 Sep in Other
Sampling copyright in the EU just got its final word. Germany's top court ruled on the Kraftwerk case, here's what it means for your samples.
Sampling and Field Recording in 2026 as a Creative Process: How to Build Tracks From the World Around You
Sampling and field recording as a creative process: what gear you need, how the workflow works, and why the best sounds are waiting right outside your door.
1010music blackbox 2 now Shipping: More Power, more Possibilities, more Fun?
11 Aug in Synths
The 1010music blackbox 2 is now shipping! The new version of the popular compact sampler offers twice the power, a refreshed design, and a refined workflow.
5 of the Best Turntables for Sampling
Make beats with vinyl? Then you need a good record player in your life. These are the best turntables for sampling.
Lambda Synthetics PolyPulse Gets Wavetables, Sequencer Modulation, Even Crazier
10 Jul in Synths
Lambda Synthetics PolyPulse is now crazier than ever thanks to a new firmware update that gives it a wavetable engine and more.
Tasty Chips GR-MEGA Firmware Update 1.7 Reworks the Granular Engine
09 Jul in Synths
Tasty Chips takes its GR-MEGA to new heights with a “monumental” firmware update that reworks the granular engine.
Essential Plugins for Hip-Hop: Tools for Rap Vocals and Beat Production
08 Jul in Studio
We explore some essential plugins for Hip-Hop production for cleaning up rap vocal recordings, sampling, and elevating the sound of your beats.
Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II Update: USB Audio, Reverse & More!
24 Jun in Synths
The Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II gets a major update with USB audio and many new features. The EP-40 Riddim and EP-1320 Medieval have also been updated!
Waves StudioVerse Mix Unlock: Stem Separation with Plugin Chains
24 Jun in Studio
Waves StudioVerse Mix Unlock is a new premium feature within StudioVerse Audio Effects, allowing stem separation with per-channel effects chains.
AKAI MPC Live III Retro: The Future of Sampling – Retro Style!
28 May in Synths
The AKAI MPC Live III Retro takes you back to the golden age of sampling – with loads of modern features! The flashy Retro edition is available now!
Mobile Beatmaking 2026: This Gear Is a Perfect Match!
Mobile beatmaking in 2026: AKAI MPC Sample, KORG handytraxx play, and the right headphones make a perfect portable setup for producers on the go.
Twisted Electrons FLEXfm: FM Groovebox and Sampler with Analog Filters
07 May in Synths
Twisted Electrons FLEXfm is an exciting hybrid groovebox that combines FM synthesis with analog filters and sampling. But what is that joystick for?
Ableton Move 2.0 Update: Now Officially Available with New Features – Review
Ableton Move users can now work with audio files more easily right on their devices. The new version 2.0 can do even more, and it’s available now!
Knobula Drum Farm Is a Creative Drum Design Playground for your Eurorack
21 Apr in Synths
Knobula Drum Farm lets you 'grow' your own drums! With 16 synthesis models and on-the-fly sampling, this new drum module looks like a happy accident machine!
Deals of the Week: Bargains from Moog, Roland and Erica Synths!
Don’t miss these deals of the week and save on the inspiring Moog Messenger, the legendary Roland SP-404 MKII sampler, and the awesome Erica Synths Zen Delay!
Roland SPD-SX PRO: Version 2.0 Firmware Update Adds Workflow Enhancements, Better Time-Stretching and More!
01 Apr in Synths
Roland releases a new level of sampling pad in the SPD-SX PRO. With a bunch of road-tested professional enhancements for the most demanding gigs.
Fred again.. Gear and Sound: Why Even Daft Punk Legend Thomas Bangalter Celebrates His Live Show
Fred again.. rebuilds his tracks live on stage using Logic Pro, samples, and controllers. Even Daft Punk legend Thomas Bangalter is watching closely.
My Favourite Hardware Synths by Synthesis Method!
08 Mar in Synths
Where I try to choose my favourite hardware synths by their synthesis type, and realise it isn't as easy as I first thought!
