133 Results for "sampling"

The Dark Arts in a Modern Context: How to Sample Vinyl

From the days of tape loops to digital samplers and beyond, sampling remains a cornerstone of modern music. We look at how to sample vinyl!

The Technics SL-1200GR2: a next-generation turntable?

The new Technics SL-1200GR2 and SL-1210GR2 turntables get a facelift and some improvements aimed at increasing the overall sound quality.

Serato Sample 2.0: The new standard in software-based sampling?

Serato Sample 2.0 is the latest version of Serato's versatile sampler instrument plug-in, now armed with audio separation features.

Playing the Villain: How to Sound like MF Doom

MF Doom was mystical figure from the backpack era of Hip-Hop. We find out more about his process and some of the gear that inspired it.

Shaolin Island: How To Sound Like Wu-Tang Clan

We explore the saga of the Wu-Tang Clan and check out some of the gear they used in the creation of their abstract and influential sound.

Midweek Modular: Granular Sampling, Entanglements and Roland Sounds

This week we've had a granular breakfast with Error Instruments, got entangled with Destiny and played with some Roland-inspired modules.

Glory Box of Tricks: How to Sound Like Portishead

Trip-Hop pioneers, Portishead, are known for unique production style, we find out more and look into some of their interesting gear choices.

The Best Samplers for Music Production and Live Performance

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.

Why sampling is still relevant in modern music production?

Love it or hate it, sampling has always been a part of music. We take a look at some ways to incorporate sampling into your music.

Superbooth 23: Lambda Synthetics PolyPulse Algorithmic Groovebox

PolyPulse is a live performance workstation with unconventional algorithmic and polyrhythmic sequencing of FM and additive synthesis and sampling. 

Superbooth 23: Sonicware LIVEN Texture Lab

The Sonicware LIVEN range is further bolstered by Texture Lab, another unique and interesting tabletop device with granular sampling and FX.

The Critter and Guitari 5 Moons: A Wooden TX-6?

The Critter and Guitari 5 Moons is an innovative new multitrack looper, giving you a quick and easy way to create song ideas and demos.

The Wild Bunch from Bristol: How To Sound Like Massive Attack

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.

Who’s Your Dada?: How To Sound Like Cabaret Voltaire

Cabaret Voltaire evolved from obscurity to becoming one of their generation's most influential electronic music acts. We find out how!

Happy 404 Day! A look back at the origins of the Roland SP-404

To celebrate 404 Day, we're looking back at how the story of the Roland SP-404 began and its slow and steady evolution over the years.

Bring The Noise: How To Sound Like Public Enemy

In the late 1980s, Public Enemy shook the world with an aggressive, politically charged sound. We check out some of the gear they used!

The Chill-floor Killers: How To Sound Like Kruder & Dorfmeister

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

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.

Roland SP-404 Mk.II Update – Multitracks & More

Roland release a new free update for the SP404 Mk.II delivering a slew of useful new features including multitrack support and more

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!

Review: Sonicware Liven Lofi-12 – Lofi Hip-Hop Hardware Sampling

Think you don’t need a hardware sampler? Sonicware’s Liven Lofi-12 sampling groovebox says otherwise and it makes some pretty convincing arguments.

A Legend of the Production Game: How to sound like Timbaland

His raw and immersive production style continues to influence modern music culture today. We find out how to sound like Timbaland.

Review: Arturia Pigments 4 Polychrome Synth

Arturia update their impressive polychrome soft synth, Pigments, to version 4. How have Arturia improved on this highly regarded instrument?

Sonicware LIVEN LoFi-12 – Sampling Groovebox

The Sonicware LIVEN Lofi-12 features a retro sampling engine for that authentic low bit and sample rate sampling in a feature packed box