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Equipment News, Leaks and Tips
Fender Rei R246 Stratocaster Revealed for J-Pop Star
24 Dec 2024 · Fender Japan Rei R246 Stratocaster has 24 frets, a vintage 7.25" radius, and a lightweight basswood body
The Punk Rock MBA: DIY Hero or Corporate Shill?
24 Dec 2024 · Following his interview with influencer, Jesea Lee, Finn Mckenty aka Punk Rock MBA has seen more backlash than Metallica's acoustic records.
Behringer PHARA-O MINI – Synth Like an Egyptian?
24 Dec 2024 · Like No.17 buses, you get nothing for a while; then three turn up at once. The Behringer PHARA-O MINI is the third in their Mini range, with a 700S-inspired filter.
MIXING vs MASTERING
Mixing vs Mastering: Can You Do It All?
23 Dec 2024 · So you've started creating tracks in your home studio, but what are the next steps in the process? We're looking at mixing vs mastering.
Arpeggio: Tangible Instruments Kickstarter Project Now Available to All
23 Dec 2024 · Tangible Instruments has announced that after its initial crowdfunded campaign, the Arpeggio is now available for anyone to pre-order!
Dübreq Stylophone Stylosette Puts a Stylophone in a Fun Cassette-Style Package
23 Dec 2024 · The Stylophone Stylosette looks like a cassette - and also suspiciously like another product…
Erica Synths Megarack S: The ’S’ Is for Slightly Smaller
23 Dec 2024 · Erica Synths Megarack S is a honking big Eurorack case that’s marginally smaller than the original Megarack - and still super affordable.
Free Plugins
OctoWah Stew, Resonator, Subtle Spaces: Free Plugins of the Week
22 Dec 2024 · 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.
Solar Guitars Pyro Rojo Ignites with Upgrades
22 Dec 2024 · Ignite your passion with the upgraded Solar Pyro Rojo. Featuring a stunning Shou Sugi Ban finish, a Gotoh 1996T tremolo, and a roasted maple neck
Now on Kickstarter! Dtronics DT-DX: A TX816 (8x DX7’s) In A Box
21 Dec 2024 · Eight months after announcing their ambition to manufacture their MiniDexed synth in a box, the Dtronics DT-DX has launched on Kickstarter and has already beaten its target!
HITS AND MISSES
Synthy Xmas Hits and Misses! Our Pick of the Bunch
21 Dec 2024 · We all love a good Xmas song, but what are the best and worst Synthy Xmas tracks that we love to hear or are desperate to avoid?
ACOUSTIC COVERS
Acoustic Covers: 5 Lighter Takes on Rock Classics
20 Dec 2024 · Experience rock classics reimagined with acoustic covers, offering stripped-down, soulful renditions that highlight the essence of each song.
PUSHING THE ENVELOPE
7 Soft Synths Pushing the Envelope
20 Dec 2024 · When you need to go beyond stale virtual analog and played out wavetables, turn to these seven soft synths pushing the envelope.
Spotify Ghost Artists: Are Musicians Being Scammed (Even More)?
20 Dec 2024 · This is a new level of Spotify ghost artists: a new report shows how the company is replacing artist's music with royalty-free production music on mood playlists.
EBMM Commerford StingRay: Power & Precision
20 Dec 2024 · Tim Commerford Signature StingRay limited-edition collection features two an active and a passive version
DJ.Studio 3.0: New Updates Make This DJ DAW Even Better
20 Dec 2024 · DJ.Studio 3.0 adds better beat detection, changes up the Automix function, integrates Loopcloud, and more.
Free Thing! Acustica Audio Releases Free Version of its Gorgeous Synthesizer The Thing
20 Dec 2024 · Yes, Acustica Audio is giving us a free Thing, a version of its Jupiter-8 emulation.
STUDIO CHRISTMAS GIFTS
Studio Christmas Gifts for Musicians
19 Dec 2024 · Looking for a special gift for the musician in the family this holiday season? Here's a list of Studio Christmas Gifts to help you decide.
BEST DJ GEAR OF 2024
Best DJ Gear of 2024: 5 Top DJ Controllers & Mixers of the Year
19 Dec 2024 · What was the best DJ gear of 2024? If you’re thinking it was something with MKII in the name, pat yourself on the back, you’re right.
Synth Journal
A Touching Tribute to the OSCar and its Creator: Synth Journal
19 Dec 2024 · Cherry Audio releases a Polivoks filter plugin, Noise Engineering has new firmware, and Dave Spiers pays homage to the legendary OSCar and its creator.
PandorA: 60W Amp – Unleash Your Tone
19 Dec 2024 · The Lichtlaerm Audio PandorA is an ultra compact 60W power amp designed for analog gear
Augmented Mallets Play – A Lovely Xmas Gift from Arturia
19 Dec 2024 · Joyeux Noël et bonne année from those lovely folks in Grenoble! A rather lovely free instrument can be yours right now in the shape of Augmented Mallets Play, compliments of Arturia!