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Free Plugins
Shallow Grave, Initial Clipper 2, GLOSS: Free Plugins of the Week
12 Oct · Shallow Grave is an awesome free cascaded filter plugin, Initial Clipper 2 delivers tasteful soft clipping, and GLOSS models two vintage choruses and a reverb.
EXPRESSION
MPE, Polyphonic Aftertouch & MIDI 2.0: Are You Using the Correct Expression?
11 Oct · Confused about MPE, polyphonic aftertouch, and MIDI 2.0? Follow along as we explore the many ways to express yourself.
Deals of the week
Deals of the Week: Mooer, Marshall, Focusrite and Fender
11 Oct · In this instalment of deals of the week, we peep into Thomann's shop window. Checking out sweet savings from Mackie, tc electronic and more.
Mayer EMI VibesConnect Is Here for the MD850 Vibes: Is it a Synth? Is it a DAW? It’s Now Both!
10 Oct · The Mayer EMI VibesConnect update adds DAW-like support for the already ridiculously powerful MD850 Vibes synthesizer.
HISTORY OF ARP
The History of ARP Instruments: American Giants
10 Oct · From the Odyssey to the 2600 to the Omni, this is the history of ARP Instruments.
Rudimental Breakbeat
The Rudimental Breakbeat: How Does it Work?
10 Oct · The Rudimental breakbeat can be heard in so many of their collaborations. But, why is it such a good groove? Let's take a closer look at this 2010s staple.
Boom Bap Beats Like in the 90s: Here’s What You Need – Perfect Match!
10 Oct · What do you need to create explosive boom bap beats? Today, we'll reveal the secret ingredients for achieving 90s-style hip-hop sounds. The perfect match!
Doepfer New Superbooth Modules: Now Available (Mostly)
10 Oct · Five of the six Doepfer new Superbooth modules are now out in the wild, including the A-155-2 analog sequencer.
DJING WITH LIVE
DJing With Ableton Live: Is it Still Fun?
09 Oct · Many producers swear by the DAW for their music but how about DJing with Ableton Live? For some, it may be the perfect DJ software.
Synth Journal
Robot Rocket, Track8 and an Ultra-Rare Pink Synth: Synth Journal
09 Oct · Robot Rocket recreates Daft Punk’s iconic vocal FX, Track8 is a hardware arranger for audio and MIDI, and the GS Music e7 gets a special edition for a good cause.
Martin 000Jr E: Jeff Tweedy Signature Acoustic
09 Oct · This Martin 000Jr E comes from Wilco frontman, Jeff Tweedy. Complete with selected hardwoods to provide a bright country sound.
Gretsch Falcon Center Block LTD: Vintage Style with Modern Updates
09 Oct · Gretsch Falcon Center Block LTD: Limited Edition semi-hollow with TV Jones tone and enhanced sustain
BUDGET HEADPHONES
The Best Budget Headphones for Music Production
08 Oct · A decent pair of headphones is an essential part of your setup, we check out some of the best budget headphones for recording and mixing.
SOUNDS AND PRESETS
Trident Mk.3, PolyBrute 12 and e7: Magic Numbers – Sounds and Presets
08 Oct · A tasty bag of treats for your synths this week, including sounds for the latest Cherry Audio Trident Mk.III, Arturia PolyBrute 12 and GS Music's e7.
Native Instruments Traktor MX2: DJ Controller Lights Up When Tracks Are Going to End
08 Oct · Traktor MX2 is a new DJ controller from Native Instruments with an illuminated bottom shell.
Warm Audio Throne of Tone & Tube Squealer: 2 Classic Overdrives!
08 Oct · Warm Audio Tube Squealer and Throne of Tone overdrive pedals. Vintage accurate tone with premium components.
BOSS and Fender Deals: Discounts Up to 24%!
08 Oct · For a limited-time you can get significant discounts on Boss and Fender products. Grab them while you can!
PRS DGT 15 Combo: Now also available as a compact 1×12 amplifier!
08 Oct · The PRS DGT 15 Combo is a lightweight amplifier that boasts the same exceptional features as the acclaimed DGT 15 Head.
PRS SE Upgrades, plus SE Chleo Herman Li Signature
08 Oct · PRS is giving many SE models upgrades and adds the new SE Chleo Herman Li Signature to the lineup.
Review
New Update Adds More Features. Behringer Wave Review: Wave Surfing Like It’s 1981 – Available Now!
08 Oct · The Behringer Wave looks like a dream come true for all fans of wavetable synthesis. As an affordable clone of the PPG Wave 2.2/2.3, it brings back the legendary instrument that pioneered the synthesis ...
Guitar Journal
Guitar Journal: Klon Lawsuit Dismissed
07 Oct · Behringer Klon lawsuit dismissed, new Maybach T61 Custom colours and Ken Parker, the Parker Fly creator dies
Cherry Audio Trident Mk.III – 3 Instruments, 1 Huge Sound
07 Oct · Cherry Audio continue to put out high-quality, sought-after plugin recreations with the Trident Mk.III, bringing back this much-loved synth with extra features galore!
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