RdPiano, MixComp, Crunchrr: Free Plugins of the Week

Let RdPiano take you back in time! This free plugin emulates the iconic Roland MKS-20 piano module and other digital pianos of the 80s.

How String Gauges Influence Technique and Tone

String Gauges play a pivotal role in not only how you sound, but how you play. Let's see what differences they can make for you.

5 Best Synths for the Stage

Need some keys for your next gig? These five best synths for the stage will elevate your performance. And they’re relatively affordable too!

Unusual Effects Pedals: A Sonic Treasure Hunt in 6 Chapters

Unusual effects pedals can be the one thing that makes your sound unique! Check out these suggestions!

7 of the Best Battle Mixers – For All Budgets!

Scratch DJs need a special kind of DJ mixer. In the market for a new one - or your first? These are the best battle mixers on the market today.

How To Use Roland Jupiter-8 Plugins in your DAW

We check out some of the best Roland Jupiter-8 plugins and cover some tips on authentically recreating the classic polysynth in the box.

Soft Drums Lite, LS-1173, Honest Overdrive: Free Plugins of the Week

Looking for mellow drum sounds? Soft Drums Lite is just what you need! Other freebies include an API-inspired EQ and preamp and a versatile distortion plugin.

7 Drum Machine Plugins Pushing the Envelope

When it’s time to go boldly into the future, reach for one of these drum machine plugins pushing the envelope.

Guitar Pickups: How to Use Them Effectively

Let's delve into using your guitar pickups effectively to enhance your tone and performance. Tips and techniques for all players.

Teenage Engineering OP-XY: Review & Available Again!

Teenage Engineering OP-XY in action and tested. Here is my short review!

Boss DM-101 Analog Delay Pedal – Now Cheaper & a Review

The Boss DM-101 is an analogue delay pedal with digital control. We tested it and tell you why it is worth buying. Now even cheaper!

ESP LTD EC1000 QM Review: Active Pickups and Push/Pull

I had the chance to play and test the ESP LTD EC1000 QM with Fishman Fluence Modern PUs. Spoiler alert: it's amazing for high-gain sounds.

Just a Sample, BP-909, Tubeshifter: Free Plugins of the Week

Let's kick off 2025 with three awesome free plugins! Just a Sample is an open-source sampler, BP-909 packs a punch, and Tubeshifter delivers tasty saturation.

Motorola Synths: These Gorgeous Classic Synthesizers Are All Powered by the Same DSP Chips

These are the Motorola synths - and some are still being made today.

Advanced Chord Techniques: Adding Extra Flavour to Your Playing

Enhance your guitar skills with these advanced chord techniques. Let's add depth and flavour to your playing.

Thomann Jobs: A Workplace for Real Music Fans – A Look Behind the Scenes

At Thomann, music lovers become part of a team that integrates passion into their daily work. Find out more about Thomann Jobs now!

The 5 Best DJ Setups: Top Gear Combos for All DJs and Skill Levels

What’s the best DJ setup? Why, the one that fits you perfectly. Here are 5 example DJ rigs for everyone from the total beginner to the club king.

Best Free Plugins of 2024: Freeware Picks of the Year

It’s been a good year for free plugins! From unique effects to creative software synths, there were heaps of great freeware to discover. We check out the best free plugins of 2024!

OctoWah Stew, Resonator, Subtle Spaces: Free Plugins of the Week

OctoWah Stew fattens up your tracks with a tasty blend of octaves, overdrive, and auto wah. Check it out in this week’s round-up of the best free plugins.

Acoustic Covers: 5 Lighter Takes on Rock Classics

Experience rock classics reimagined with acoustic covers, offering stripped-down, soulful renditions that highlight the essence of each song.

7 Soft Synths Pushing the Envelope

When you need to go beyond stale virtual analog and played out wavetables, turn to these seven soft synths pushing the envelope.

Best Stage Pianos and Arranger Keyboards of 2024

Which stage pianos and arranger keyboards impressed us the most in 2024? Let’s check out the best new stage pianos and keyboards of the year.

Best Hardware Synths of 2024: 7 Synths We Went Nuts for This Year

From massive analog polys to affordable digital delights, these are truly the best hardware synths of 2024.

PSP Chamber, e::Pi Lite, Rasp: Free Plugins of the Week

PSP Chamber is a chamber reverb, e::Pi Lite is modeled after the famous Big Muff Pi, and Rasp is “not a conventional distortion effect”: Freebies of the week!