5 Incredible Synthesizer Museums: Where to See the Rarest Synths in the World

Find out where you can see - and even play! - the world’s rarest synths at these amazing synthesizer museums.

Why Are Scales Important on Guitar? Secrets You Should Know

Why are scales important on guitar? We don't like learning them, but they sure are good to know! Let's take a closer look.

Paul Schreiber Passes, a Roland MT32 Emulator and the Pulsar 23 Becomes a Plugin – Synth Journal

We mark the sad passing of Paul Schreiber, another synth designer and inspiration to many. And there's great news for 90s PC gaming nerds!

What is a Sound Engineer? The Role of the Engineer in Modern Music

The importance of an audio engineer is easy to overlook. We discuss "What is a Sound Engineer?" within the context of modern music.

Berlin Free Orchestra and UVI Sonic Bundle – Sounds and Presets

Orchestral Tools delivers us Berlin Free Orchestra and UVI caters for the subscription haters in this week's Sounds and Presets.

Vengeance-Sound Avenger 2.4: Major Update with Phase Puncher, Custom Arps and More!

Avenger 2.4 brings custom ARP, new FX, and more control over envelopes - a powerful sound design update.

Why Do We Still Use 1980s Reverb?

We discuss the magic of 1980s reverb, why it's still in use today, and the different ways to bring classic reverb sounds to your setup.

Gibson or Fender: The Ultimate Battle of Faith?

For decades a debate has divided the electric guitar scene: Gibson or Fender. The debate at a glance!

Polyvera, PTNSHIFT, Serum 2: Highlights of the Week

The Suonobuono Polyvera sounds incredible, Tim Exile releases an inspiring generative instrument, and Serum gets a massive free upgrade: Highlights of the Week!

German Synthesizers: The Trailblazing History of 5 German Synth Giants

This is the story of German synthesizers as told through the history of five groundbreaking companies.

The Evolution of Auto-Tune: From Edgy Gimmick to Established Cliché

We look at the evolution of Auto-Tune, a distinctive vocal effect that has shaped the sound of modern pop music for the past two decades.

Why is the Neve 1073 such a sought-after Mic Preamp?

We briefly explore the history of the iconic Neve 1073 channel strip and check out some of the different formats and designs available.

New Sounds for the DX7, Oddity 3 and Pigments 6 – Sounds and Presets

The mighty DX7 lives on. Smackos & Dim Garden have created a new album using one and you can have the sounds for free!

Microphone Polar Patterns: A Beginner’s Guide

Ever wondered why certain mics are suited for different applications? We discuss microphone polar patterns in the context of home recording.

Best Gigging Guitars: 5 Reliable Options for Live Use

The best gigging guitars should be useable, reliable and good to play. Here, we've got all of those qualities, and we've also considered value for money.

JamCorder, Befaco and the Ultimate List of Software Synths: Synth Journal

Never want to forget a great idea ever again? JamCorder could be just what you need! Also: new modules from Befaco and the ultimate list of software synths.

Arrangement Techniques for Electronic Music: 5 Tips for Your Workflow

Are you looking for new ways to add depth and character to your productions? We're discussing arrangement techniques for electronic music.

How Tariffs and Production Shifts Threaten Fender and the Future of “Made in USA” Guitars

Are tariffs making guitars too expensive? Musicians could soon see major price hikes on imported and "Made in USA" instruments.

A New Expressive Suite, Jasmine Strings & Powerful Presets for Mini V – Sounds and Presets

Expressive E returns with another Expressive Suite, this time for Myth, and a unique violin library, Jasmine Strings, from Wrong Tools.

High-end Gear: Is It Really Worth The Investment?

We discuss some different areas of your home studio where high-end gear could be beneficial for music production, recording, and mixing.

90s Bass Lines: The Secret Behind Their Timeless Groove

These 90s bass lines have so much character and energy. Working across pop, rock and grunge, let's see how to play these awesome bass parts.

The TC-5000 Breaks Cover, Synths in Oil Tanks, and We Mourn an Industry Stalwart: Synth Journal

Analogue Solutions TC-5000 is very real & coming soon. We also mourn the passing of Seiki Kato of KORG and the coming together of CHOMPI & Chase Bliss!

Ain’t That Grand! Pianoverse Gains a Yamaha C7 – Sounds and Presets

IK Multimedia's Pianoverse expands with the addition of the Grand Piano Y7, a deeply sampled Yamaha C7 Grand.

Plugins vs Analog Gear: Does Hardware Really Sound Better?

In this Plugins vs Analog Gear discussion, we try to find out what the most practical solution is for your specific music production workflow.