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40 Years of the DX7 – Ring Those FM Bells!
The Yamaha DX7 went on sale for the first time on May 29th, 1983. To mark this significant anniversary, we take a look at how it came to be.London Electro-Pop: How To Sound Like Goldfrapp
The UK Electro-Pop duo Goldfrapp rose to prominence in the early 2000s. We check out some of the instruments they used along the way.Why sampling is still relevant in modern music production?
Love it or hate it, sampling has always been a part of music. We take a look at some ways to incorporate sampling into your music.Classic Gear: The Roland System-100
14 May 2023 in Synths
We take a deeper look into the Roland System-100, an influential landmark semi-modular analogue synthesizer system still revered today.
From Harlem To Stardom: How To Sound Like Moby
We discuss Moby's transition from Club DJ to Pop artist and check out some of the inspiring production gear he used over the years.Rave Superstar: How To Sound Like Sasha
Welsh DJ Sasha made a massive impact on the dance music industry in the 1990s before taking his skills to the studio. We find out how!AI Synthesis: The Future Of Synthesizers Is Coming Soon
01 May 2023 in Synths
In this special report on AI synthesis, we try to answer the question: could an AI-powered soft synth someday mimic a Roland Jupiter-8?
Buyer’s Guide: How to Find the Best Digital Piano
01 May 2023 in Synths
Finding the best digital piano for your budget and needs doesn't have to be complicated! Read our buyer's guide to find out what you should look for.
The King Of New York: How To Sound Like DJ Premier
Easily one of the most prolific Hip-Hop producers of all time, we look at why DJ Premier is renowned for his incredibly distinctive style.Avant Grunge: How To Sound Like The Smashing Pumpkins
The Smashing Pumpkins broke through in the early 1990s, with a sound influenced by both classic and progressive rock. We find out how!A Journey into House: How to sound like Everything But The Girl
Everything But The Girl broke through as an electronic act in the mid-1990s. We check out some of their interesting gear choices.REVIEW: D’Angelico Deluxe Eric Krasno Brighton. A guitar of surprises!
20 Apr 2023 in Guitar
There's no ignoring the signature Deluxe Eric Krasno Brighton guitar from D'Angelico. We get our hands on 1 of only 50 examples available worldwide...
Choosing the Best Delay Pedals for your Setup
19 Apr 2023 in Guitar
A decent-sounding delay pedal is one of the cornerstones of any pedalboard. We check out some of the best delay pedals for your setup.
The Wild Bunch from Bristol: How To Sound Like Massive Attack
Massive Attack remains one of the most unique collectives to come out of the 1990s. We check out some of the band's key gear choices.REVIEW: WARM Audio WA-MPX – Vintage tube warmth at a bargain price?
10 Apr 2023 in Studio
We review the WARM Audio WA-MPX; can a tube pre at this price point really deliver warm, girthy, vintage tube tones? We took one for a test drive...
Japanese Giants: The History of Yamaha Synthesizers
09 Apr 2023 in Synths
In this series, we look at the Big Three Japanese manufacturers that have changed music. First up: the history of Yamaha synthesizers.
Who’s Your Dada?: How To Sound Like Cabaret Voltaire
Cabaret Voltaire evolved from obscurity to becoming one of their generation's most influential electronic music acts. We find out how!Bring The Noise: How To Sound Like Public Enemy
01 Apr 2023 in Studio
In the late 1980s, Public Enemy shook the world with an aggressive, politically charged sound. We check out some of the gear they used!
Music Production Secrets: Why Do I Need A Mixing Engineer?
26 Mar 2023 in Studio
When you produce your own music, the tendency to DIY everything is real. Using a mixing engineer can produce better results, here's how!
The Chill-floor Killers: How To Sound Like Kruder & Dorfmeister
Austrian electronic duo, Kruder & Dorfmeister are known for their eclectic DJ-sets and soulful downtempo production style. We find out more!How to sound like Depeche Mode’s Never Let Me Down Again
Depeche Mode's Never Let Me Down Again was recently featured in the HBO series, The Last Of Us. We find out about the track's production.Electronic Evolution: How to sound like Depeche Mode
As one of the most successful independent acts of all time, we check out the gear Depeche Mode used on some of their iconic tracks.Best Audio Interface for iPad and iPhone
20 Mar 2023 in Studio
With an audio interface for iPad or iPhone, you can really step up your mobile recording game. Check out our recommendations for iOS audio interfaces!