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NI Maschine 3: A Powerful Update for Beat Makers and Music Producers
Stem separation, more MIDI, more sounds, and more make NI Maschine 3 an even more versatile production platform.Broken Mini by Full Bucket Music: Free Broken Plugin as a Crazy Minimoog Alternative
06 Nov in Synths
Full Bucket Music brings us Broken Mini, a Minimoog plugin for vintage sounds with intentional quirks. We'll take that anyway!
Harley Benton JAMster Amps: Big sound for on the road guitarists and bassists
05 Nov in Guitar
The JAMster series from Harley Benton for guitar and bass is a small, portable solution for musicians who value powerful sound.
Ibanez TS808 HW V2: Hand-wired Luxury Tube Screamer
05 Nov in Guitar
Ibanez has decided to reinterpret one of the most famous overdrive pedals: the Ibanez TS808 HW V2 Tube Screamer.
Recursion Studio: Professional Visuals for Live Performers
04 Nov in Tech
Recursion Studio by Entropy & Sons is an unusual new instrument that uses video synthesis to create images from audio signals.
Pedal Deals: JHS, TC Electronic, EHX, Headrush, and More – Big Brands Offering Big Discounts!
Check out these pedal deals: Thomann is again offering specials on popular pedals. There will be something for you!Techno Beats in Ableton Live Made Easy!
Building your own techno beats sounds pretty straightforward at first. Here are a few tips and tricks to add even more groove!Fender John Frusciante Stratocaster: A Limited Edition Masterbuilt for the Master
01 Nov in Guitar
The Fender Custom Shop released a limited edition John Frusciante Stratocaster. Scratches and sweat from the master of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
AI Mastering Put to the Test: Benn Jordan Challenges Man vs. Machine – But Who Wins?
Benn Jordan tests AI mastering and human engineers in a large-scale, double-blind comparison. What do you think? Vote here!Cycling ’74 Releases Max 9: Programmable Modular, Video and More!
31 Oct in Tech
New DSP objects in Max 9 provide direct access to Ableton Live devices. Plus improved coding and more video!
Apple MacBook Pro M4 is Finally Available for Purchase: Get all the Details Here!
30 Oct in Tech
The Apple MacBook Pro M4 is available now and shipping November 8th, with a focus on increased performance and new AI features.
Scrooge by Neutral Labs: A Synthesizer for the Creative Destruction of Analog Sounds
30 Oct in Synths
Scrooge delivers an organic and extraordinary sonic palette - perfect for sound design, experimental soundscapes and industrial sounds.
Apple Mac mini M4: Small, powerful, and a power button on the bottom?
29 Oct in Tech
Apple has officially unveiled the Mac mini M4, featuring up to 20 GPU cores, front-facing USB-C ports, and 64GB of memory in the compact mini enclosure. Available now!
TV3: Free TB-303 Emulation for Creative Acid Lines From Imaginando
Freeware until December: Imaginando TV3 brings legendary bass lines and acid vibes to your DAW. Download now!EB-Blasphemy: Free Aphex Twin Glitch Multi-Effects Plug-in
28 Oct in Studio
Ewan Bristow EB-Blasphemy is a piece of freeware for glitch and breakcore: fast breaks, resonant FX and random progressions in real time. And it sounds like Aphex Twin!
An Incredible Story of my G.A.S., Staying Awake for 3 Days & Move – My 3 Tops and Flops
What a week of tops and flops: G.A.S. alarm, a no-sleep event and music making everywhere.Destroying a Guitar: A Guide for Aspiring Rock Stars
26 Oct in Guitar
Some things are as old as rock music itself: screaming fans, wild hairstyles and, of course, destroying a guitar...
X-Orcism II: SSL Unveils Free Halloween Plug-in For Dark Sound Effects
25 Oct in Studio
Solid State Logic's X-Orcism II freeware plug-in brings the eerie sounds of the underworld to your DAW - not just for Halloween!
MusicFX DJ: Jacob Collier & Google’s Musical Brainstorming AI
25 Oct in Tech
MusicFX DJ by Google and Jacob Collier brings a playful way to create sound using text prompts and AI.
Snapdragon X finally brings MIDI 2.0 and native ASIO to Windows 11!
23 Oct in Tech
The new Snapdragon X chip perfects audio performance on Windows 11 with native ASIO drivers and MIDI 2.0. A rival to Apple?
STEREOLAB: BOOM Library Gives Away 20,000 Licences of the Stereo Plug-in!
STEREOLAB gives you all the tools you need to expand your stereo image and mix it perfectly. Free for a limited time!Every Guitarist Should Know These Top 5 Multi-Effects Pedals!
16 Oct in Guitar
A game changer for some and an endless array of sounds and effects for beginners and pros alike. Here are our top 5 multi-effects pedals!
Martin Gore and His Gretsch G6618: From Depeche Mode to Signature Guitar
15 Oct in Guitar
Martin Gore's long-standing affinity with the Gretsch brand has now given him the opportunity to present his own signature model to match his sound.