We take modern music production for granted these days. Everything happens in the box: unlimited tracks, instant editing, endless plug-ins. But if you rewind to the previous century, things looked very different. This post is…
Category: Technology
While it’s not the first DAW, Cubase is seen by many as the granddaddy of DAWs. From its early version running on the Atari ST to this, its latest incarnation, Cubase has come a long…
Huge news and a big win for DJs – the gear wars just got a little friendlier. AlphaTheta (Rekordbox and Pioneer) has teamed up with Algoriddim (djay) and Native Instruments (Traktor) to launch OneLibrary, a…
When talk turns to classic synthesisers, all the usual suspects get reeled off. Think Mini Moogs, Junos, Jupiters, and of course the iconic Yamaha DX7. One instrument, however, that’s often overlooked is the Korg M1.…
Say hello to the brand new Traktor MX2 – a super portable, powerful 2-channel DJ controller – built to grow with you. It’s packed with pro features, an intuitive layout, and creative tools, all in…
Few products have gained the mythical status of Akai’s MPC (MIDI Production Centre) series of Drum machine style samplers. From the revolutionary Rodger Linn designed MPC 60 through to their latest highly portable stand alone…
The long-awaited return of an analog beast from Roland has finally come to an end. Meet the TR-1000 Rhythm creator, the drum machine that combines vintage flavour with the latest modern advancements. This latest addition…
Have you ever wanted a copy of Ableton Live 12 Suite, but the price tag is just too eye-watering for you to spend in one go? We have some good news: Ableton has just launched…
Are you about to start a music tech course this Autumn? If so it can be a very exciting time but also filled with a degree of trepidation. While most music tech courses will have…
EQ Academy is a free, interactive ear training tool from Mastering the Mix, designed for producers to help improve their EQ skills through hands-on practice, rather than passive tutorials. Key Features Specs & Availability EQ…
