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Waves StudioRack
Waves’ plugin chainer StudioRack is a boon for hardcore Waves users.
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Ten Of The Best: Semi-Modular Hardware Synthesizers
We pick 10 of the best semi-modular hardware synths currently on the market.
Tutorials
Processing Berghain Kicks With Multiband Distortion
We show you how to apply multiband distortion to Berghain-style kicks.
Deconstructed
Joey Beltram – ‘Energy Flash’
We deconstruct the arrangement of Joey Beltram’s smouldering techno classic, ‘Energy Flash’.
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.
Synth Secrets
Don Diablo Style Detuned Lead Synth
In this Synth Secrets, we create a Don Diablo-inspired detuned lead synth that emulates his uplifting and dance-inducing style.
Beat Dissected
Pearson Sound
We create a beat inspired by the hypnotic rhythms and textures of Hessle Audio’s Pearson Sound.…
Gear/Software
Elektron Model:Cycles
Elektron’s latest is another inspiring and fun entry in their Model groovebox series.…
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Ten Of The Best: Modular Software
We pick ten of the best modular software plugins on today’s market.…
Deconstructed
Purple Disco Machine – ‘In Your Arms’
In our latest deconstructed we break down the arrangement of Purple Disco Machine’s ‘70s-style stormer, “In My Arms…
Long Reads
How Berliners Are Coping With COVID-19
We spoke to five Berlin-based individuals who work across the music industry as DJs, promoters, event managers and artists…
Gear/Software
Roland Jupiter-Xm
Any return of a Jupiter-badged synth from Roland is likely to pique interest. But how about a ‘best of…
Synth Secrets
Making a Wavetable Bassline in the Style of ANNA “Forever Ravers”
In this Synth Secrets, we’re going to make a bassline in the style of ANNA’s ‘Forever Ravers’, a…
Tutorials
Burying the Mix in Burial Style Reverb
There are numerous approaches to reverb from echo chambers to mechanical devices through to analogue circuits and on, of course…
Beat Dissected
Lo-Fi House
In this latest Beat Dissected, we show you how to program a Lo-Fi house beat full of nostalgic warmth…
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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…
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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…
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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…