Equipment News, Leaks and Tips
DAW Automation
How To Use DAW Automation: 3 Methods to Add to your Workflow
24 Jun 2024 · We look at how to use DAW Automation in your production workflow to help you make precise arrangement and mixing decisions with your tracks.
Deadmau5: Enough is enough – artists need to fight Spotify!
24 Jun 2024 · EDM artist and producer Deadmau5 had some strong words for Spotify a few days ago after hearing CEO Ek say that music creation costs nothing these days.
Gibson Dave Grohl Explorer – New Signature?
24 Jun 2024 · Dave Grohl has been spotted playing a custom Gibson Explorer live with the Foo Fighters. Will we see a new signature version of this guitar?
Jeff Beck YardBurst 1959 LP: Gibson Limited Run
24 Jun 2024 · Honour the guitar genius with the Gibson Jeff Beck Yardbird '59 Les Paul Standard Replica! An detailed copy of the original.
E-DRUM DEALS
e-Drum Deals – Great Drum Pad Offers
24 Jun 2024 · This week we look at some great drum pad deals that will benefit e-drummers and acoustic drummers alike. Expand your kit without expanding its footprint!
Moog One Discontinued?
24 Jun 2024 · Is the Moog One discontinued? Rumors abound that the godlike Moog poly has reached the end of its life cycle.
Free Plugins
Bangkok Ping Pong, CITE, PCEQ5: Free Plugins of the Week
23 Jun 2024 · Bangkok Ping Pong by Witch Pig, CITE by Analog Obsession and PCEQ5 by Psycho Circuitry are our free plugin picks of the week.
STUDIO DEALS
Studio Deals: Save with these 5 offers on recording tools
22 Jun 2024 · In this week's batch of Studio Deals, you'll find offers with up to 30% off top recording brands like SSL, Focusrite, RODE, and Adam Audio.
Intellijel Atlantix: The new best Synth Voice in Eurorack?
21 Jun 2024 · Intellijel Atlantix picks up where Atlantis left off and adds a second VCO, more modulation, and loads of new features.
Udio & Suno under fire: Major labels eying lawsuit against AI companies
21 Jun 2024 · The major record labels are considering taking legal action against AI start-ups such as Suno & Udio - what is the lawsuit about?
SAMPLERS WITH ANALOG FILTERS
Samplers with Analog Filters: Get the Best of 2 Worlds
21 Jun 2024 · Pairing digital samples with analog filters can yield some creamy and delicious results. Here are the top samplers with analog filters.
Waves Plugins Mega Deal: 239 Plugins for $27 each!
21 Jun 2024 · Now is the perfect time to stock up on Waves plugins! Nearly all plugins from the manufacturer’s catalog are available for a low price for a limited time!
Yamaha FS9 Acoustic Guitar: Perfect for Singer-songwriters
21 Jun 2024 · The new premium acoustic guitar Yamaha FS9 comes in two flavors - and both might just be the perfect guitar for all things Folk and Indie - check out the details.
BARRE CHORD SONGS
Barre Chord Songs: Top 5 tunes to help you master this technique
21 Jun 2024 · Barre chord songs can feel hard when learning guitar. Here are 5 examples of songs that will help you improve your barre chords.
How many guitars do you really need, and why more is not always better
21 Jun 2024 · I've owned about 40 guitars in my time. Today there are 10. Why less is sometimes more and how to make a well-informed decision on how many guitars are enough.
BACK IN BLACK
Unlock the secrets of Back In Black on Guitar
20 Jun 2024 · Back In Black is one of AC/DC's most recognizable records. Let's check out what goes together to create one of the world's favourite rock songs.
Aphex Twin: New Album and free Samplebrain App
20 Jun 2024 · Aphex Twin's Selected Ambient Works Volume II will be re-released this year! That's the perfect opportunity to check out his free Samplebrain app!
KORG NAUTILUS AT: Fade To Gray
20 Jun 2024 · The KORG NAUTILUS AT gets the most minor of refreshes in the form of a gray chassis and is being made in very limited numbers.
SYNTH JOURNAL
Yamaha CS-80 Clone, Make Noise Bruxa & More: Synth Journal
20 Jun 2024 · This week we’ve got a new Yamaha CS-80 clone, Koma Elektronik’s hot-wired hot plate Chromaplane, Roger Linn makes a beat on an MPC and more.
Budget Eurorack Modules
5 Of The Best Budget Eurorack Modules: Building Synths from Scratch
20 Jun 2024 · Thinking of building your own modular synthesizer rig? We've selected some of the best budget Eurorack modules to get you started.
AUDIO ESSENTIALS
Audio Essentials Deals: Save on 5 Must-have Accessories
19 Jun 2024 · In this week's edition of Audio Essentials Deals, you can find studio accessories and cables from Cordial, sE Electronics, and Midas.
SpectraLayers 11: Steinberg Takes AI-powered Unmixing to a new Level
19 Jun 2024 · The new Steinberg SpectraLayers 11 boasts a full suite of AI-powered unmixing and audio restoration algorithms. A new chapter in audio editing?
SOUNDS AND PRESETS