Buyer's Guides

Free beats, whatever your genre, from machine to human…

From emulation to experimentation, the best free synths out there…

There are many forms of drum ’n’ bass, from sub-heavy, jungle rollers to twisted and distorted tech steppers. You’ll find sample packs to cover all drums and bases, but which ones are worth your attention? We’ve rounded up some of our favourite Loopmasters d’n’b packs from the last few years.

Whether it's era-defining, vintage hardware or the latest software you're after, we have you covered with this round-up.

To accompany Part 2 of our in-depth guide to synthesis, we round up six of the best synths for handling FM, additive and phase distortion.

Is it all about the gear? No. But… we love to talk about it, anyway. There are some practical items that are essential for live performance, and some that are just going to be a blast to interact and jam with, let’s look at some key pieces of kit and standout products.

From hardware drum machines to synth plug-ins, Steve Aoki shares his top gear picks.

A decent rotary mixer has historically been an integral part of a DJ’s setup and having that old-school, knob-based control of effects is something that is still prized by many. Here’s our pick of 12 of the best.

To accompany Part One of our extensive Sound Synthesis Masterclass on subtractive synthesis, here’s our pick of six of the best subtractive synths to help you put theory into practice.

If you’re a professional DJ looking for some high-end decks, or if you’ve saved up a significant sum you want to invest in your new passion, then you should audition this selection of six of the finest turntables around today.