- News
Spotify is developing an AI to tell songwriters if they’re plagiarising
The tool appears to work in real-time and with a graphic interface not unlike your average notation software.Andrew Huang’s Flip is a mobile sampling app that goes deep
It lets you write, perform and even mix and master your tracks in-app2getheraudio’s OpZilla is a $10 FM monster with 64 algorithms
The creator of Cheeze Machine is back with a four-operator FM soft synthOrchestral Tools LA Sessions packs in samples of a full band recorded at United Recording Studios
Harness the sound of a legendary studio with this comprehensive production toolkit.
- Reviews
Review: Akai Force 3.0.5 update
In the almost two years since its release, Akai’s Force has undergone some significant improvements. The latest update makes it even more appealling.Review: Native Instruments Cremona Quartet
Following its stellar Stradivari Violin, Native Instruments and e-instruments return to Cremona’s Museo del Violino to sample four more priceless string instruments.Review: Softube Statement Lead
Softube unleashes a new polyphonic synth full of contemporary lead sounds, carefully selected from recordings of rare, expensive hardware synths.Review: Waves Kaleidoscopes
Does Waves’ newest multi-layered modulation plug-in offer us maximum sonic colour? Time to peer deep at the shifting sonic textures presented by the aptly-named Kaleidoscopes.
- Features
Prescription Plugs: Sonn’s spatialisation secrets
Electronic artist Sonn sits in the doctor’s chair to suggest some remedies for bland guitar and share his wisdoms on Ableton Live’s stock effectsShow Off Your Studio: James Zabiela’s medieval mixing room
We find out how the revered DJ and producer gets inspiration and why the pandemic has made him get more serious about producing.Under The Hood: Thinking About You by Sailor & I
In the run-up to the Swedish producer’s next album, Diving For Lost Treasure, he walks us through the emotive and upbeat single.Show Off Your Studio: Indira Paganotto’s studio is surrounded by nature
We take a look inside the Spanish techno artists humble abode.
- Tutorials
- Ableton LiveApple Logic ProAvid Pro ToolsImage-Line FL StudioOther DAWs & TipsPreSonus Studio OneReason Studios
Melodic step sequencing in Logic Pro 10.5
Logic Pro X Step Sequencer is equally adept at bubbling 303-style step sequences as it is at drum programming. We take a closer look at melodic Step Sequencing.Learn how Logic Pro X’s Collapse Mode and Brush tool can help you create new rhythms
Combining these two unassuming features can garner inspiring results.Weekend Workshop: Learn basic music theory for better productions
Music theory isn’t the be-all and end-all of becoming a great producer, but a little knowledge can help. Here are some fundamentals.Get the most out Fresh Air, Slate Digital’s free exciter plug-in
Slate Digital's new exciter based on the Dolby-A trick is a quick way to add excitement to tracks and mixes
- Guides
Cyber Monday 2020: The best software deals for producers
It’s the most wonderful time of the year for your plug-in folder.The best synths to buy in 2020: 14 best polysynths
There are many strengths in numbers.The 10 best websites for free samples in 2020
We round up some of our favourite sites for fresh, inspiring samples.The best controllers to buy in 2020: Best MIDI keyboard controllers under $200
Forget musical typing and hit the right notes – without spending all your banknotes.
- Video
- Magazine
- Podcasts
- News
Spotify is developing an AI to tell songwriters if they’re plagiarising
The tool appears to work in real-time and with a graphic interface not unlike your average notation software.Andrew Huang’s Flip is a mobile sampling app that goes deep
It lets you write, perform and even mix and master your tracks in-app2getheraudio’s OpZilla is a $10 FM monster with 64 algorithms
The creator of Cheeze Machine is back with a four-operator FM soft synthOrchestral Tools LA Sessions packs in samples of a full band recorded at United Recording Studios
Harness the sound of a legendary studio with this comprehensive production toolkit.
- Reviews
Review: Akai Force 3.0.5 update
In the almost two years since its release, Akai’s Force has undergone some significant improvements. The latest update makes it even more appealling.Review: Native Instruments Cremona Quartet
Following its stellar Stradivari Violin, Native Instruments and e-instruments return to Cremona’s Museo del Violino to sample four more priceless string instruments.Review: Softube Statement Lead
Softube unleashes a new polyphonic synth full of contemporary lead sounds, carefully selected from recordings of rare, expensive hardware synths.Review: Waves Kaleidoscopes
Does Waves’ newest multi-layered modulation plug-in offer us maximum sonic colour? Time to peer deep at the shifting sonic textures presented by the aptly-named Kaleidoscopes.
- Features
Prescription Plugs: Sonn’s spatialisation secrets
Electronic artist Sonn sits in the doctor’s chair to suggest some remedies for bland guitar and share his wisdoms on Ableton Live’s stock effectsShow Off Your Studio: James Zabiela’s medieval mixing room
We find out how the revered DJ and producer gets inspiration and why the pandemic has made him get more serious about producing.Under The Hood: Thinking About You by Sailor & I
In the run-up to the Swedish producer’s next album, Diving For Lost Treasure, he walks us through the emotive and upbeat single.Show Off Your Studio: Indira Paganotto’s studio is surrounded by nature
We take a look inside the Spanish techno artists humble abode.
- Tutorials
- Ableton LiveApple Logic ProAvid Pro ToolsImage-Line FL StudioOther DAWs & TipsPreSonus Studio OneReason Studios
Melodic step sequencing in Logic Pro 10.5
Logic Pro X Step Sequencer is equally adept at bubbling 303-style step sequences as it is at drum programming. We take a closer look at melodic Step Sequencing.Learn how Logic Pro X’s Collapse Mode and Brush tool can help you create new rhythms
Combining these two unassuming features can garner inspiring results.Weekend Workshop: Learn basic music theory for better productions
Music theory isn’t the be-all and end-all of becoming a great producer, but a little knowledge can help. Here are some fundamentals.Get the most out Fresh Air, Slate Digital’s free exciter plug-in
Slate Digital's new exciter based on the Dolby-A trick is a quick way to add excitement to tracks and mixes
- Guides
Cyber Monday 2020: The best software deals for producers
It’s the most wonderful time of the year for your plug-in folder.The best synths to buy in 2020: 14 best polysynths
There are many strengths in numbers.The 10 best websites for free samples in 2020
We round up some of our favourite sites for fresh, inspiring samples.The best controllers to buy in 2020: Best MIDI keyboard controllers under $200
Forget musical typing and hit the right notes – without spending all your banknotes.
- Video
- Magazine
- Podcasts
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