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Valves & Theories: Erica’s Modular Synth Philosophy
Is a valve modular system just a gimmick, or could it really offer something unique? Greg Scarth puts the Erica…
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Akai iMPC Pro
Greg Scarth discovers that Akai’s latest app is a virtual MPC worthy of the name.…
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ERM Midiclock
When working with MIDI hardware, a stable clock signal is the key to accurate timing. Greg Scarth checks out a…
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Arturia DrumBrute: Long-Term Impact
As the Arturia DrumBrute approaches its first birthday, we assess its long-term impact.…
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Steinberg HALion 6
Could HALion 6 be the samplist’s software sampler? Dave Clews finds out.…
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iZotope Nectar 2
Offering a total of 11 vocal processors including compression, EQ and reverb, Nectar 2 promises a lot for one plugin…
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Roland AIRA VT-3 Voice Transformer
The VT-3 is the surprise package of the AIRA range. Greg Scarth finds out if it might become a…
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UVI Vintage Vault 2: Exploring the Highlights
We explore the highlights of UVI’s latest upgrade to their classic synth sound collection.…
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A Bit Deeper: Exploring the New Features in Bitwig Studio 2
The much-hyped DAW was updated earlier this year. Jonny Strinati has been exploring the new features in version 2…
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Ableton Push
Waiting to get your hands on Ableton’s innovative hardware controller? So did we. As supply finally catches up with…
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KMI QuNeo & QuNexus
Keith McMillen Instruments’ unique MIDI controllers conceal incredibly deep features and unparalleled customisability.…
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U-he Repro-1
U-he’s latest synth plugin is an emulation of an early 80s classic. Jonny Strinati puts it to the…
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Elektron Analog Heat
Elektron move into effects with an expensive but beautifully designed stereo distortion unit. Greg Scarth finds out what it can…
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ATC SCM25A Pro
Does the ultimate nearfield monitor exist? If it does, Greg Scarth thinks he might have found it.…
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Wavesfactory TrackSpacer 2.0
Could the second generation of Wavesfactory’s utility plugin solve the age-old problem of making space for all the…
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ARP Odyssey Module
ARP’s iconic 70s synth becomes a desktop module. Greg Scarth explains why it demonstrates how specifications only ever tell…
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Novation Circuit v1.4
Novation’s groovebox has been steadily upgraded since its introduction last year. Greg Scarth finds out what the latest firmware…
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Apple Logic Pro X
Four years in the making, the latest version of Apple’s flagship DAW introduces an overhaul of the interface and…
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Ableton Live 9 Suite
The latest incarnation of Ableton’s game-changing DAW is one of the year’s most hotly anticipated software releases…
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Korg Monologue
Korg’s follow-up to the Minilogue includes features designed by Aphex Twin and newly developed analogue circuits with notable…
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Eventide Quadravox
Eventide’s new Quadravox plugin is the latest addition to the harmonic processor kings’ roster. Dave Clews puts it to…
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iZotope Trash 2
Version 1 of iZotope’s Trash lasted ten years without a major update. We put the newly updated distortion plugin…
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Sonic Charge Permut8
Sonic Charge’s Permut8 – a delay-based plugin that embraces the sounds of ‘primitive signal processing hardware’ has been the…
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Output Substance
Output follow up their popular Exhale, Movement and Rev releases with “hybrid bass instrument” Substance.…
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The Cargo Cult Slapper ST
Originally designed for the post-production market, Slapper has been recently updated to appeal to music makers.…
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NI Traktor Kontrol F1
Native Instruments’ new dedicated Traktor controller unlocks the potential of the DJ software’s Remix Decks.…
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Focusrite Scarlett 2i2
Focusrite’s diminutive Scarlett 2i2 bucks the trend for complexity, offering a simple, solid, good sounding and very affordable audio…
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WaveDNA Liquid Music
“Like an arpeggiator on steroids…” Greg Scarth tries out the follow-up to Liquid Rhythm.…
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