Synth Secrets
Programming An Evolving Pad With Moog Animoog Z
Moog’s latest app Animoog Z is deep, combining wavetable and vector synthesis in a 3D environment. We show you how to synthesize a shifting and evolving pad sound.
Synth Secrets
Moog’s latest app Animoog Z is deep, combining wavetable and vector synthesis in a 3D environment. We show you how to synthesize a shifting and evolving pad sound.
Tutorials
Room-style reverb can bring a sense of intimacy to a track. We use Denise’s Perfect Room to vibe up a chill downtempo song.
News
Ableton Live 10 gets an upgrade. Disco digging made easier. Roland applies for copyright. HMV is rescued.…
News
Moodymann arrested at gunpoint. Tulum is tired of ravers. YouTube continues its anti-Article 13 crusade. Akai cuts cords with…
Technique
Loosen up the neck muscles as we’re going to make a head-nodding boom bap beat reminiscent of the…
Tutorials
Is the order of plugins in a chain important? The short answer is yes. The long answer is a little more complicated.
Track By Track
‘I’ve now delved deeper into the synth (Make Noise O-Coast) and realise it has so much depth – it…
News
Moog have announced a new synthesiser and you might have to crack open the piggy bank to get one.…
Tutorials
In this tutorial we look at some of our go-to Waves plugins and their applications across a full beat.
Long Reads
Sound designers for movies and games often use specialized plugins. Can these be used to make techno? We find out.
News
Radar Radio accused of tokenism and cultural appropriation. HD vinyl on the way. Plus free cake. Kind of.…
Synth Secrets
Synth Secrets is a series of programming tutorials in which we show how to make a range of classic and…
Beat Dissected
In this Beat Dissected learn how to programme drums using Ableton 11’s MIDI probability feature. We’ve taken inspiration…
News
Boiler Room faces backlash. Technics set to release premium turntable. New granular synth from Ableton.…
Beat Dissected
In this instalment of Beat Dissected, we will create a dirty tech house beat from drum machine samples.…
Beat Dissected
In this new Beat Dissected we use Loopcloud samples to program a drum break with glitched effect loops and a vocal acapella.
Tutorials
We use Waves’ new lo-fi chain plug-in, Retro Fi, to add warm analogue-style textures and character to a house beat.
Gear/Software
UVI’s comprehensive drum instrument gets a major upgrade. Jonny Strinati puts it to the test.…
Gear/Software
Eventide’s newest effect is based around unique signal processing technology. Greg Scarth finds out why it really does bring…
Hardware Focus
In this Synth Secrets, we don our lab coats and do some experiments with two IK Multimedia UNO Synth Pros, using internal feedback to generate transition effects.
Tutorials
In this article, we are using a bass hit one shot in Ableton Live and applying modulating filters plus bi…
Gear/Software
FabFilter’s algorithmic reverb plugin offers a user-friendly approach to ambient effects. Jonny Strinati puts it to the test…
Gear/Software
Wave Alchemy’s latest instrument replicates some of the most sought-after vintage drum machines. Jonny Strinati puts it to…
Tutorials
We use compression, EQ, modulation and spatial widening to balance a disco mix and create focus.
Tutorials
If you want to sharpen your sound design skills, we’d recommend looking at the excellent suite of plugins from…
News
Moby laughs off invitation to play at Donald Trump’s Inauguration Ball. Mad Mike opens up about Underground Resistance’s…
Synth Secrets
Synth Secrets is a series of programming tutorials in which we show how to make a range of classic and…
Tutorials
We take a deep dive into the combination compressor and saturator and use it to add shine and presence to a house track.
Synth Secrets
In this Synth Secrets, we’re going to use Ableton Wavetable to show you how to create morphing arpeggios. We…
News
Meet the woman who helps The Beastie Boys, Beck and The Avalanches clear their samples. Explore San Francisco’s disco…
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Quizzes
Aprils’ crossword is Ukrainian themed. How much do you know about Ukrainian music? Time to find out.…
Quizzes
You have 15 mins to complete 14 practical tests for a chance to win £2,000 worth of Roland gear…
The Best...
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? Kristan Caryl asked a group of top selectors including Dave Clarke, Mr G, Mosca and…
The Best...
2014 was an incredible year for analogue synths and 2015 looks set to deliver even more. We run through some…
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