There's tons of Kontakt instruments available. Seems like there's new ones being released every week! And the RealiWhistle catches the ear as being different as Jay Asher discovers.
Whether you're using an iPhone or a dedicated field recorder, these 5 timeless tips from Hollin Jones are designed to help you capture what you need, when you want.
It's taken a while, but finally we've got Toontrack's EZdrummer 2 in our hands! Toby Pitman has put this through its paces to find out if the wait has been worth it.
If you've got Bitwig Studio, you're likely to be impressed with the workflow and effects. In this tutorial, Gary Hiebner shows how to create morphing instruments using Bitwig's XY instrument.
To commemorate the 5th anniversary of Maschine (5 years have flown by!) Native Instruments are running a discount on Maschine Mikro, Maschine and Maschine Studio until 31st May.
If 4K is the best resolution to shoot in, shouldn't we all be using it? Iain Anderson explores the ins and outs of how important resolution is for different purposes.
If you're looking for a high-quality large string section library then you might be tempted to explore Spitfire Audio's BML range. Toby Pitman puts Mural Vol 1 to the test.
If you like EDM, Logic Pro X and designing sounds, you'll get a kick out of this tutorial! Darren Burgos takes you on a tour of Ultrabeat. Your mission is simple: to design your own big kicks.
Properllhead have unleashed a new rack extension instrument which they tell us enables any musician to easily create inspiring guitar tracks. Find out more and watch the video about it.
Tone2 Audio Software have released a new soundest designed to help you explore "Saurus' analog capabilities." Check out Synth Legends and listen to the beautiful sound examples to learn more.
If you were trapped on a desert island (apparently with a laptop and electricity!) which would be your 3 must-have synth plug-ins? Toby Pitman narrows it down and shares his essential ones.
AskVideo's iZotope Alloy 2 course is here! Join trainer Matt Hepworth and learn how adding this impressive channel-strip technology to your audio toolbox will make your mixes stand-out and deliver!
As the world becomes smaller and more studios and artists collaborate with each other remotely, it's important to grasp how to share audio files and projects over the net. Paul Wickliffe investigates.
Instagram can be a fun way to share photos & videos but if your images aren't up to scratch, they may not get the attention they deserve. Here's how to take perfect pics before you share them.
Sometimes 'simple' is overrated. Especially in the world of granular synths, it can be more satisfying to spend time getting to know a synth in-depth as Noah Pred discovers with Madrona Labs' Kaivo.
Intuitive, fun and powerful are all words used to describe Korg's fabulous Gadget for iPad synth app. Hollin Jones shares 5 timely tips for this must-have iPad app for musicians and producers.
We've never met a producer that doesn't love Rob Papen's synths or effects. His new eXplorer III bundle combines his entire collection of critically acclaimed plug-ins with up to 50% overall price.
Leading software developer, AIR Music Tech, expands its premium collection of virtual instruments with a powerful virtual synthesizer and universal plugin support.
Final Cut Pro X 10.1's Jump Cut retiming effect is a bit of a mouthful, but it's easier to understand and apply than you might think. And likelihood is, once you get it, you'll want to use it!
As musicians, producers, (or many creatives) tell us, writer's block is a feared stated. However, it doesn't have to be as Josh Aker, composer for the Infinity Blade series of iOS games explains.