The Best Roland SH-101 Plugins: Recreate the Iconic Sound in your DAW

We explore the significance of the classic monosynth in modern music and look at ways to reproduce its sound using Roland SH-101 plugins.

Joanne Shaw Taylor Interview: Back On The Road

In this interview, we find out more about blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter Joanne Shaw Taylor, as she shares some key career moments.

The History Of The 1176 Limiting Amplifier

We look at the history of the legendary 1176 Limiting Amplifier, one of the most widely used compressors used in the recording industry.

John Myung Interview: Building Dream Theater

We catch up with the legendary John Myung, a renowned bass guitar virtuoso and co-founder of the progressive rock band, Dream Theater.

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.

Shrimptech Enterprises: How to Sound like Viagra Boys

We investigate the Stockholm-based punk outfit Viagra Boys and find out how they put together their uniquely minimalistic but raw sound.

The Best Digital Converters for your Recording Setup

Looking to take give your audio setup a serious upgrade? We've selected some of the best digital converters for expanding your studio.

Best Eurorack of 2023: Granular, mixing, sustaining, morphing and more

The best Eurorack of 2023 ranges from the Brinta to the Endless, the Nano Mixer to the Tiptop ART and the wave morphing Acronym oscillator.

Best Product Videos of 2023: Promo Clips that Rocked

Tired of dull promo clips? The best product videos of 2023 were anything from colorful to mildly disturbing – but never boring!

Material Girl: How To Sound Like Madonna

Her four-decade reign in pop music makes her hard to escape. We look into some of the instruments used in building Madonna's iconic sound.

Glen Matlock Interview: With Pistol Passion

We've got Punk Rock legend Glen Matlock is lined up for an interview, the Pistols' bassist speaks on his new album and touring with Blondie.

Best Guitar Amps 2023 – Our Top 5 Amps of the Year

The Best Guitar Amps 2023 features our top picks of the year for new guitar amplifiers, each one has great features and tones that are to die for

The Best Podcast Gear of 2023: Content Creation Stations

We're checking out this year's most compelling tech releases for streaming and content creation, here's the best podcast gear of 2023.

Best Audio Interfaces for Guitarists – Recording & Reamping made easy!

The Best Audio Interfaces for Guitarists round up the Top 5 products on Thomann that you should check out before buying for your studio setup

Buying your first guitar: What to get your kids

We take a look at buying your first guitar as a holiday present or getting one for your kids!

2manyDJs: How To Sound Like Soulwax

Soulwax blurs the lines between a live band, a DJ collective, and a production duo. We're taking a look at some of their prized instruments.

GForce Software Axxess – A Big Baby Oddity

GForce Software's Axxess is to their Oddity3 what the ARP Axxe was to the ARP Odyssey. How have GForce built on this single-serving synth?

Best Effect Pedals 2023 – Our 5 favourite stompboxes of the year

The Best Effect Pedals 2023 contains our five favourite new guitar effects released in the last 12 months. Each selection should be on your radar!

The Best Multi FX Pedals Under €150 – Bargain FX for Home and Stage

Guitar effects pedals can be expensive and complicated, right? Remove the stress and expense with our list of the best multi FX pedals under €150.

Jennifer Batten Interview: Playing With The King Of Pop

In this interview, we catch up with legendary guitarist, Jennifer Batten, as she tells tales of touring with Michael Jackson and Jeff Beck.

Best Guitars 2023: Our Top 5 Guitars of the Year

The Best Guitars 2023 contains our five favourite new guitars released this year and has a little something for everyone. Each one with great tones

The Best Value Offset Guitars – Jaguars, Jazzmasters and more!

The Best Value Offset Guitars contains a selection of Jazzmaster and Jaguar-style guitars you should check out. Both traditional and contemporary.

Best Software Synths 2023 – Did Your Favourite Make Our List?

2023 delivered some great software synthesizers for us to play with but which made our Best Software Synths 2023 list and do you agree?

Top rated electronic drum kits: What e-drums should you buy?

Looking to buy the best when it comes to e-Drum kits? Look no further. Here's our guide to the top-rated electronic drum kits available today.