Computer / Software

The idea of paying to ‘own’ software has always been problematic. What exactly is it that you possess? And what...

PlayScore 2 is an iOS and Android app that performs OMR (optical music recognition) via a device’s camera or graphics‑type file import.

Toontrack’s EZdrummer just gets better and better.

Lunacy Audio take a different approach to in‑the‑box sound design.

Steinberg’s scoring suite just keeps getting better!

Embody’s Immerse Virtual Studio aims to replicate loudspeaker listening on headphones — and the newest variant does so in up to 7.1.6 surround.

Is Apple’s Mac Studio the perfect computer for the studio?

Veteran software Mellotron specialists GForce have recreated the sounds of the earliest models with startling accuracy.

Sampleson’s modelled Wurlitzer ticks all the right electric piano boxes.

Sample Logic deliver a flexible pad, soundscape and atmosphere designer with a powerful DIY twist.

Hans Zimmer’s drum collection doesn’t disappoint.

Intel’s latest CPUs promise big performance gains. But can they topple AMD in our audio benchmarks?

The latest version of Krotos’ Concept adds granular synthesis and an impressive modulation engine.

Martinic take Akai’s long‑neglected AX73 ball and run with it.

Want to get started with scoring? Don’t worry, today’s super‑intelligent sample libraries have got your back.

Rating: ***** 5/5 Stars. Built from detailed sampling of chromatically tuned metal discs, Alloy Vol I's tones are reminiscent of chromatic orchestral percussion, hang drums, steel drums and tubular bells...