Gear/Software
Roland SH-4d: Four Synths And A Drum Machine In One Black Techno Box
Roland’s latest, the SH-4d, is a multitimbral powerhouse complete with rhythm track and sequencer.
Gear/Software
Roland’s latest, the SH-4d, is a multitimbral powerhouse complete with rhythm track and sequencer.
The Best...
Grab a notepad to make a wish list and a rag to wipe up the drool because we’re checking out 10 of the rarest rhythm machines currently on Reverb.
Video Tutorials
In our latest video tutorial on YouTube, we show you how to use Patterning 2, a drum machine app made…
News
Korg has revealed a truckload of new hardware for NAMM 2021, from classic synth revivals to a modern drum machine.
Gear/Software
With its brilliant design and variety of modules to choose from, the Soma Pulsar-23 introduces a refreshing take on…
Tutorials
There’s a difference between raw drum machine samples and production-ready ones. We show you how to get your percussion samples in shape.
The Best...
We recommend ten of the best hardware drum machines available today, from brand new bargains through to money-no object…
Passing Notes
Swing functions were first introduced to drum machines 34 years ago, but the concept still causes confusion. In this extended…
Quizzes
Test your vintage drum machine knowledge and see if you can guess these 10 famous rhythm machines by sound alone in this month’s quiz.
Hardware Focus
Getting drum machines and hardware sequencers to play nice with your DAW isn’t hard but you have to know the proper settings. In this Hardware Focus, we find out what’s up with sync.
Q&A
Nearly two decades since sending Adam Beyer his demo, UMEK finally gets Drumcode debut.…
Tutorials
In this tutorial, we’re going to use Toontrack’s EZDrummer to add an organic flair to your house tracks…
The Best...
To round-up the past decade, we recommend ten of the best hardware drum machines released since 2010.…
News
All-new Rhythm Wolf is a simple analogue drum machine at a very affordable price point.…
News
HKA Design’s update adds eight sound banks of iconic drum machine sounds to the TR-707 and 727.
Beat Dissected
In the latest Beat Dissected, we focus on retro-influenced sound design to create a synthwave groove.…
Books/DVDs
This beautifully produced coffee table book documents the author’s life-long obsession with drum machines, but leaves Greg Scarth…
The Best...
Prepare for a few controversial decisions as we run down our list of the best drum machines of all time…
Beat Dissected
In the latest Beat Dissected, we create an 80s-inspired new wave beat.…
Tutorials
Synthesising your own sounds from scratch is the surefire route to unique drum hits. Bruce Aisher explains how it’s…
Beat Dissected
In this Beat Dissected we turn our attention to Machinedrum and Holly’s collaborative EP.…
Video Tutorials
In our latest YouTube Beat Dissected video, we show you how to program a Machinedrum inspired 5/4 drum ‘n…
Interviews
Danilo Plessow’s jazz-influenced approach to making deep house has resulted in some of the most emotive dance music…
Beat Dissected
Our man on the drum machine takes the basic D&B beat and pushes it further and fatter…
Gear/Software
Analog, digital and even plugins, Korg’s Drumlogue has it all – but is it enough?
Gear/Software
Devious Machines’ envelope-controlled multi-effects plugin Infiltrator gets a massive update. Here are eight things we can’t get enough of in Infiltrator 2.
My Studio
Berlin based Alinka shows us her playful but well-stocked studio.…
News
Get 15% off in the Attack Store for the next week. Explore our range of dance music-related products and take advantage of our store-wide discount.
Synth Secrets
In this Synth Secrets, we’re going to use Thorn by DS Audio Alliance to make a kick drum from…
Quizzes
Think you know your ’90s drum and bass and jungle history? Take our quiz and find out.…
News
Gene Richards Jr has been making waves in the European underground since 2020 when he debuted on Marco Farone’s…
Advertising
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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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