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Epic Riffs Await: Discover Your Perfect Nu Metal Setup!
09 Jan in Guitar
Get ready for the most brutal sound in heavy music - Nu Metal! Let's take a look at the gear that gets you to the most iconic sound of the nineties.
Microphone Gain Explained: How To Set Your Microphone Level
The correct microphone gain setting is essential if you want to get the most out of your mic. Here's how to set the gain on your interface or mixer.
MPE synthesizers – sensitive sound machines
22 Nov 2023 in Synths
Are you looking for your first expressive synth? We've got the best MPE synthesizers from ASM, Haken Audio, Expressive-E and many others for you!
Black Corporation Deckard’s Dream: Epic Sound Design
17 Nov 2023 in Synths
We have three short and effective tips to create simple and complex sounds and "Blade Runner" vibes with the Black Corporation Deckard's Dream!
How to Change Strings on a Floyd Rose: Restringing a Locking Tremolo
11 Nov 2023 in Guitar
Restringing a guitar with a Floyd Rose or other floating tremolo system doesn't have to be hard! Here's how to change strings on a Floyd Rose.
Keith Richards’ Guitars – A long way to Hackney Diamonds
26 Oct 2023 in Guitar
We take the release of "Hackney Diamonds", the 24th album of The Rolling Stones, as an opportunity to look at Keith Richards' Guitars.
Studio Standards: The Best Voiceover and Speech Microphones
21 Oct 2023 in Studio
In this edition of our Studio Standards series, we take a look at the most popular voiceover and speech microphones in studios the world over.
Akai APC64 Review – Standalone Sequencer and Ableton Controller
10 Oct 2023 in Studio
We check out what's what in our Akai APC64 review - how does it compare to Push 3 and the Launchpads? What is the standalone mode like?
Buyer’s Guide: Best Mid-Range Audio Interfaces 2023
18 Sep 2023 in Studio
Looking to replace your entry-level audio interface? We check out some of the best mid-range audio interfaces for home recording and small studios.
Buyer’s Guide To Acoustic Guitar Pickups: How To Amplify Your Guitar
16 Sep 2023 in Guitar
Which type of acoustic guitar pickup is best for playing your acoustic on stage? We check out the advantages and disadvantages of each method.
Live Enhancement Suite: Turbocharge Your Ableton Live Workflow!
15 Sep 2023 in Studio
Ready to turbocharge your Ableton Live workflow? The Live Enhancement Suite is an open-source toolkit that'll change the way you use Live.
Four Guitar Chords For (Nearly) Every Song
09 Sep 2023 in Guitar
Did you know that you only need four guitar chords to play hundreds of songs? Find out how to play many famous hits using just four basic chords!
Studio Standards: The Best Vocal Microphones of all Time
02 Sep 2023 in Studio
Legendary studio vocal microphones are among the most exquisite pieces of audio gear. We check out classic vocal mics that made recording history.
Best Freeware Synths 2023: Top 12 Free Software Synths
There are loads of free software synths – but which ones are really worth it? We check out 12 freeware synths that belong in any producer's toolkit.
How to Change Acoustic Guitar Strings – Restringing Made Easy
26 Aug 2023 in Guitar
Restringing an acoustic guitar can seem like a daunting task for beginners. It doesn't have to be! Here's how to change acoustic guitar strings!
Studio Standards: Classic Mic Preamps that Made Recording History
29 Jul 2023 in Studio
Classic Mic Preamps like those found in legendary consoles helped shape countless hit records. We look at microphone preamps that made history.
How to Improvise: Using the Pentatonic Scale across the Fretboard
23 Jul 2023 in Guitar
The pentatonic scale is the gateway to improvising on guitar. With these fingerings, you'll be improvising across the entire fretboard in no time!
Boss DM-101 Delay Machine Review – Analog Delay Pedal
21 Jul 2023 in Guitar
The new Boss DM-101 Delay Machine promises fully analog delays with comprehensive digital control. Find out how it sounds in our review!
Modeling Amps On Stage: Gigging With An Amp Modeler
08 Jul 2023 in Guitar
Using a modeling amp on stage can solve a lot of problems – but it can also cause them! Here’s our guide to gigging with an amp modeler.
World’s Most Expensive Guitars: The Hottest Collector’s Items
02 Jul 2023 in Guitar
The world's most expensive vintage guitars regularly fetch millions at auctions – especially if they were owned by legendary rock icons!
Studio Standards: Classic Compressors and Limiters
01 Jul 2023 in Studio
Classic compressors like the 1176, LA-2A, and Fairchild are much more than dynamics processors. We look at the most iconic compressors of all time.
Phantom Power Explained: How does Phantom Power Work?
27 Jun 2023 in Studio
How does phantom power work, and can it harm your mics or other gear? Read our guide on phantom power to find out all you need to know!