- News
Roland brings back the JD-800 as a soft synth with all the original presets
On its 30th anniversary, the 90s digital synth comes to Roland Cloud.Tom Oberheim reissues the TVS Pro in a Special Edition run
An Oberheim badge and Tom Oberheim signature come with each TVS Pro.Artists are selling their music as NFTs – and they’re making millions
The unique blockchain assets could be ushering in a revolution in fan to artist relationships.Spotify HiFi: Take this test to find out if you’ll be able to hear a difference
This browser-based ABX test helps you decide if your system (and ears) are ready for the new lossless service.
- Reviews
Review: Spitfire Audio Abbey Road One: Sparking Woodwinds & Legendary Low Strings
Joining an already impressive catalogue of orchestral sample libraries, Spitfire’s latest selection is their most accessible yet.Review: Behringer Pro-1
Behringer recreates another classic synth, focusing on a favourite of artists such as Depeche Mode and The Prodigy. But can this budget version deliver the same delicious analogue sound?Review: EVO Start Recording Bundle
There are plenty of recording bundles out there, but this might just be the easiest to use.Review: EarFun Free Pro
Touted as the world’s smallest ANC earbuds, are these really worthy of ‘Pro’ status?
- Features
Missio on amassing a billion streams, blurring genres and keeping creative focus
With their European tour halted, the eclectic Texas duo reflects on making their latest record and how musicians need to adapt to prosper.Show Off Your Studio: Ashibah’s North Harbour hideout
The Danish/Egyptian artist shows us around her quaint space after her new release with Jean Bacarreza.Why does everyone hate your new song? Blame evolution
The evolution of the human brain may be to blame for your tracks failing to impress others, even if you’ve slaved over them for months.Sarathy Korwar on award wins and uniting sonic worlds through defiance
Melding traditional Indian classical with freeform jazz and electronica, producer and composer Sarathy Korwar explores what it means to be Indian in a UK, and how he wants to soundtrack a united utopia.
- Tutorials
- Ableton LiveApple Logic ProAvid Pro ToolsImage-Line FL StudioOther DAWs & TipsPreSonus Studio OneReason Studios
Learn how to use Ableton Live’s Operator
Ableton Live's hybrid synth is far more powerful than it looks.Become a master of FL Studio’s Piano Roll
Learn everything you need to know about FL Studio's MIDI and score editor.Make subs that cut through on small speakers
Explore psychoacoustic tricks to make your subs sound like they’re making the room shake.Find out how and when to use Logic Pro’s Bitcrusher effect
Bitcrushing reduces the quality of your audio, which can be a useful creative weapon in the right hands.
- Guides
Best drum machines to buy in 2021: 10 best drum machines under $400
Our picks for the best drum machines and samplers designed for beat-making.Best sample packs of the month: February 2021
We round up an eclectic bunch of loop packs and share an ever-growing free sample resource.Best freeware of the month: February 2021
Sometimes you don’t need to spend the earth to get great software. We’ve scoured the internet for our pick of the months best freeware synths, instruments, processors and effects.The best audio interfaces to buy in 2021: 10 best interfaces under $200
These interfaces let you get started with recording as quickly and cheaply as possible.
- Video
- Podcasts
- Free Samples
- News
Roland brings back the JD-800 as a soft synth with all the original presets
On its 30th anniversary, the 90s digital synth comes to Roland Cloud.Tom Oberheim reissues the TVS Pro in a Special Edition run
An Oberheim badge and Tom Oberheim signature come with each TVS Pro.Artists are selling their music as NFTs – and they’re making millions
The unique blockchain assets could be ushering in a revolution in fan to artist relationships.Spotify HiFi: Take this test to find out if you’ll be able to hear a difference
This browser-based ABX test helps you decide if your system (and ears) are ready for the new lossless service.
- Reviews
Review: Spitfire Audio Abbey Road One: Sparking Woodwinds & Legendary Low Strings
Joining an already impressive catalogue of orchestral sample libraries, Spitfire’s latest selection is their most accessible yet.Review: Behringer Pro-1
Behringer recreates another classic synth, focusing on a favourite of artists such as Depeche Mode and The Prodigy. But can this budget version deliver the same delicious analogue sound?Review: EVO Start Recording Bundle
There are plenty of recording bundles out there, but this might just be the easiest to use.Review: EarFun Free Pro
Touted as the world’s smallest ANC earbuds, are these really worthy of ‘Pro’ status?
- Features
Missio on amassing a billion streams, blurring genres and keeping creative focus
With their European tour halted, the eclectic Texas duo reflects on making their latest record and how musicians need to adapt to prosper.Show Off Your Studio: Ashibah’s North Harbour hideout
The Danish/Egyptian artist shows us around her quaint space after her new release with Jean Bacarreza.Why does everyone hate your new song? Blame evolution
The evolution of the human brain may be to blame for your tracks failing to impress others, even if you’ve slaved over them for months.Sarathy Korwar on award wins and uniting sonic worlds through defiance
Melding traditional Indian classical with freeform jazz and electronica, producer and composer Sarathy Korwar explores what it means to be Indian in a UK, and how he wants to soundtrack a united utopia.
- Tutorials
- Ableton LiveApple Logic ProAvid Pro ToolsImage-Line FL StudioOther DAWs & TipsPreSonus Studio OneReason Studios
Learn how to use Ableton Live’s Operator
Ableton Live's hybrid synth is far more powerful than it looks.Become a master of FL Studio’s Piano Roll
Learn everything you need to know about FL Studio's MIDI and score editor.Make subs that cut through on small speakers
Explore psychoacoustic tricks to make your subs sound like they’re making the room shake.Find out how and when to use Logic Pro’s Bitcrusher effect
Bitcrushing reduces the quality of your audio, which can be a useful creative weapon in the right hands.
- Guides
Best drum machines to buy in 2021: 10 best drum machines under $400
Our picks for the best drum machines and samplers designed for beat-making.Best sample packs of the month: February 2021
We round up an eclectic bunch of loop packs and share an ever-growing free sample resource.Best freeware of the month: February 2021
Sometimes you don’t need to spend the earth to get great software. We’ve scoured the internet for our pick of the months best freeware synths, instruments, processors and effects.The best audio interfaces to buy in 2021: 10 best interfaces under $200
These interfaces let you get started with recording as quickly and cheaply as possible.
- Video
- Podcasts
- Free Samples