Long Reads
Gear Predictions For 2021
We cast our gaze into the future and predict what hardware releases await us in the coming year.
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The Best...
The Best Holiday Gifts For Producers
In this holiday edition of Best Of, we round up the most drool-worthy gifts of the 2020 season.
Gear/Software
Modal Electronics COBALT8
Modal’s latest is a virtual analogue poly that aspires to reinvent the aesthetic of traditional analogue sound.
Tutorials
Mono-Safe Stereo Width
In this tutorial, we look at three techniques that will ensure that your wide mixes still sound good when collapsed to mono.
Tutorials
Filter Fills
In this tutorial, we program a chord stab and look at how to use advanced filter modulation to create dynamic effects in a breakdown.
Gear/Software
ASM Hydrasynth Desktop
ASM’s all-digital Hydrasynth is packed with features and is certainly impressive on paper but does it live up to its promise?
Synth Secrets
Mall Grab-Style Layered Pluck Lead
In this Synth Secrets, we create a Mall Grab-inspired layered pluck lead that emulates his fast-paced, rave-ready style.
The Best...
Ten Of The Best: iOS Synths
In our latest best of, we highlight ten of the top synthesizers available on the iOS platform.
Gear/Software
Kilohearts Phase Plant
Kilohearts Phase Plant combines wavetable synthesis with samples and virtual analogue.
Gear/Software
Korg Nu:Tekt NTS-1
Korg’s NTS-1 puts the digital oscillator from the Prologue and effects section from the Minilogue XD in a small synth that you put together yourself.
The Best...
Ten Of The Best: Modular Software
We pick ten of the best modular software plugins on today’s market.…
Synth Secrets
Techno Reese Bass with Massive X
The ‘Reese Bass’ is an evergreen sound. In this Synth Secrets, we’re going to make a modulating ‘Reese Bass…
The Best...
Ten Of The Best: Analogue-Style Synth Plugins
A guide to ten of our favourite analogue-sounding soft synths, from light on the wallet to heavy on the…
Gear/Software
Massive X – The Tale of the Blockbuster
Massive X was always destined to be the tale of the blockbuster sequel. We find out if Native Instruments have…
Reviews
The Best New Gear from Knobcon 2019
As electronic music instrument gatherings go, Chicago’s Knobcon is a modestly-sized affair compared to Superbooth and NAMM. But…
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Marketing & Advertising With Attack Magazine
If you’re reading this, you might consider working with Attack Magazine. Read on to find out how we can…
Quizzes
Crossword #10 April 22
Aprils’ crossword is Ukrainian themed. How much do you know about Ukrainian music? Time to find out.…
Quizzes
How High is Your Roland IQ?
You have 15 mins to complete 14 practical tests for a chance to win £2,000 worth of Roland gear…
The Best...
Ten Of The Best: Headphones For Music Production
We offer a selection of our recommended headphones for studio use, picking out our top choices at a range of…
Long Reads
What Makes A Great DJ?
What makes a great DJ? Kristan Caryl asked a group of top selectors including Dave Clarke, Mr G, Mosca and…
The Best...
Ten Of The Best: New Analogue Mono Synths
2014 was an incredible year for analogue synths and 2015 looks set to deliver even more. We run through some…