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Black Corporation Deckard’s Dream: Epic Sound Design

We have three short and effective tips to create simple and complex sounds and "Blade Runner" vibes with the Black Corporation Deckard's Dream!

Keith Richards’ Guitars – A long way to Hackney Diamonds

We take the release of "Hackney Diamonds", the 24th album of The Rolling Stones, as an opportunity to look at Keith Richards' Guitars.

Studio Standards: The Best Voiceover and Speech Microphones

In this edition of our Studio Standards series, we take a look at the most popular voiceover and speech microphones in studios the world over.

Akai APC64 Review – Standalone Sequencer and Ableton Controller

We check out what's what in our Akai APC64 review - how does it compare to Push 3 and the Launchpads? What is the standalone mode like?

How To Solder Instrument Cables: Make Your Own Jack Cable!

Soldering your own cables can save you a lot of money – and it's easy! Read our guide to find out how to solder your own instrument cables.

Buyer’s Guide: Best Mid-Range Audio Interfaces 2023

Looking to replace your entry-level audio interface? We check out some of the best mid-range audio interfaces for home recording and small studios.

Buyer’s Guide To Acoustic Guitar Pickups: How To Amplify Your Guitar

Which type of acoustic guitar pickup is best for playing your acoustic on stage? We check out the advantages and disadvantages of each method.

Live Enhancement Suite: Turbocharge Your Ableton Live Workflow!

Ready to turbocharge your Ableton Live workflow? The Live Enhancement Suite is an open-source toolkit that'll change the way you use Live.

Four Guitar Chords For (Nearly) Every Song

Did you know that you only need four guitar chords to play hundreds of songs? Find out how to play many famous hits using just four basic chords!

Studio Standards: The Best Vocal Microphones of all Time

Legendary studio vocal microphones are among the most exquisite pieces of audio gear. We check out classic vocal mics that made recording history.

Best Freeware Synths 2023: Top 12 Free Software Synths

There are loads of free software synths – but which ones are really worth it? We check out 12 freeware synths that belong in any producer's toolkit.

How to Improvise: Using the Pentatonic Scale across the Fretboard

The pentatonic scale is the gateway to improvising on guitar. With these fingerings, you'll be improvising across the entire fretboard in no time!

Boss DM-101 Delay Machine Review – Analog Delay Pedal

The new Boss DM-101 Delay Machine promises fully analog delays with comprehensive digital control. Find out how it sounds in our review!

Modeling Amps On Stage: Gigging With An Amp Modeler

Using a modeling amp on stage can solve a lot of problems – but it can also cause them! Here’s our guide to gigging with an amp modeler.

World’s Most Expensive Guitars: The Hottest Collector’s Items

The world's most expensive vintage guitars regularly fetch millions at auctions – especially if they were owned by legendary rock icons!

Studio Standards: Classic Compressors and Limiters

Classic compressors like the 1176, LA-2A, and Fairchild are much more than dynamics processors. We look at the most iconic compressors of all time.

Phantom Power Explained: How does Phantom Power Work?

How does phantom power work, and can it harm your mics or other gear? Read our guide on phantom power to find out all you need to know!

Four Piano Chords for (nearly) every Song

Four chords are all you need to play an endless list of popular songs on the piano. Don't believe it? Check out our tutorial on piano chords!

Beginner’s Guide to Subwoofer Placement: How to set up your Sub

To get the most out of your sub, correct subwoofer placement is essential. Read our guide to find out how to position and set up your sub!

The CAGED System Demystified: How to Play any Chord on Guitar

The CAGED system is a great way to learn to play guitar chords across the entire fretboard based on five basic chord shapes. Here's how it works!

Review: Erica Synths SYNTRX II – Sound design monster

We had the chance to review Erica Synths SYNTRX II. And what a sound design monster it is! Get all the ins and outs of this modulation machine!

How to Set Up your Guitar: Beginner’s Guide to Guitar Setup

Even the best guitar isn't much fun to play if the setup isn't right. Find out how to set up your guitar in our tutorial for beginners!

Studio Standards: Classic Equalizers that made History

EQs are a mixing engineer's most important sound shaping tool. Meet the classic equalizers that helped define the sound of countless hits!

How to Read Music: Beginner’s Guide to Reading Music

No matter what certain self-taught virtuosos may claim: If you want to truly master your instrument, you have to know how to read music.