Standalone Beat Makers: 5 Best Groove Machines
14 Jun in Synths
Got itchy fingers? Come down with a bad case of sampleritis? We have the cure for what ails you: the best standalone beat makers - for a variety of budgets.
Intermediate Guitar Riffs: Take your playing to the next level
14 Jun in Guitar
Intermediate guitar riffs are a big step in the right direction for guitar players. Here's a couple of songs that will help you level up your playing.
Best DJ Software: Which DJ App Is Right for You?
13 Jun in DJ
Confused by all of the different DJ applications on the market? We break down the best DJ software, from paid to subscription to completely free.
8 awesome Freeware Plugins you need in your Studio
12 Jun in Studio
Want professional sound at no extra charge? Then take a look at these 8 awesome freeware plugins for mixing and mastering!
Digimorph, Bella, Rain Maker 2: Free Plugins of the Week
09 Jun in Studio
Digimorph, Bella, Rain Maker 2: This week’s edition of Free Plugins is all about additive synthesis, bells, and sound effects!
Mastering Chord Progressions: A guitarist’s guide to harmony
07 Jun in Guitar
Mastering chord progressions is essential for unlocking the true potential of your instrument. Stay tuned as we look at how to use them effectively.
Soundtrack Synths: Get That Blockbuster Sound
07 Jun in Synths
Modern big-budget movie scores are full of synths. Get the soundtrack synth sounds of Dune, Furiosa, Oppenheimer and more.
Play Like Slash: “Sweet Child O’ Mine” Guitar Tutorial
06 Jun in Guitar
Sweet Child O' Mine is an 80s powerhouse of a rock song, so why not learn how to play it? With simple tips and TABs...
DIY Audio Production: Mastering Your Own Music – 5 approved Tips
06 Jun in Studio
We discuss different ways to go about mastering your own music and find out how you can become a better producer or engineer in the process.
Ocean Plate, Tech House Drums, Transient Reshaper: Free Plugins of the Week
Ocean Plate bathes your tracks in warm, shimmering waves of plate reverb! Check out this week’s collection of the newest free plugins here.
Song Structures: Making your music stand out
31 May in Guitar
Song structures are the building blocks of any composition. Quick jam or No.1 hit, it's useful to know what they are...
Why Jeff Beck was this good on guitar
30 May in Guitar
Jeff Beck was both a genius and a virtuoso. He has left a huge gap that no one will be able to fill so quickly, even today.
Tube Preamp, T-Saturator, Razorgate: Free Plugins of the Week
26 May in Studio
Ever wondered what would happen if you changed the value of a certain resistor or capacitor? DDMF Tube Preamp lets you do just that. Check out the freeware of the week!
Top 5 Iconic Intros: Guitar songs that raised the bar for rock music
24 May in Guitar
Iconic intros are what inspired us to become guitarists. Let's look at a few guitar songs that really shook things up for rock n' roll...
Is the Yamaha NS-10 still relevant in modern music production?
23 May in Studio
We discuss the relevance of the idolized Yamaha NS-10 and look at some modern solutions for getting a similar sound in your audio setup.
The Kiss of Shame, Transient, Band Saturator: Free Plugins of the Week
19 May in Studio
The Kiss of Shame is a fantastic analog tape degradation plugin from 2014 that was never released – until now! Free Plugins of the Week.
The Best Synth for You Based on Your Myers-Briggs Personality Type
17 May in Synths
Unsure what the best synth is for you? Use psychology to help you pick the perfect one.
Beginner Guitar Solos: Songs that are easier than they sound
17 May in Guitar
Beginner guitar solos don't have to be basic! Let's look at a few iconic guitar solos that you can learn as a beginner...
Best DJ Gear For Beginners: Get kitted out
16 May in DJ
Want to be a DJ but not sure where to start? We recommend the best controllers, turntables, mixers, headphones and speakers.
T-Force Zenith, Orange Gate, The Sword: Free Plugins of the Week
T-Force Zenith is a powerful free software synth inspired by the classic JP-8000! Check out the free plugins of the week here.
Best Pedals For Synths For Every Budget
Take your synthesizer sounds to new heights with the 5 best pedals for synths, including offerings from Behringer, Zoom, Boss and Meris.
Exploring Guitar Scales: An extensive guide for musicians
10 May in Guitar
Guitar scales are often feared by beginner guitar players. However, they're not as big and scary as they may seem...
Spoton, Auraleak, BL-303: Free Plugins of the Week
05 May in Studio
Spoton by Sixth Sample is an awesome free pitch correction plugin that couldn't be any easier to use. Check out the free plugins of the week!
