Media

There’s no shortage of books discussing the science and practice of stereo and multichannel recording but the author’s approach to this complex topic is of unique interest because of his inclusion of quantitative data...

It’s a reflection of how big the modular‑synth world has grown, in the last decade or so, that a book like this can be commercially viable.

Can you mix a hit record in 45 minutes? Billy Decker can, and in this book he tells you how!

For anyone with an interest in recording classical performances of any form — whether they’re an amateur, a professional or an academic — this is absolutely essential reading.

Synth fans of a certain age will remember the Keyfax books by musician and sometime SOS contributor Julian Colbeck. Back in...

Mastering is often considered a mysterious black art, but while there is certainly a lot of artistry involved Evren Göknar’s book (Routledge/Focal Press) dispels the mystery in a very readable and understandable way.

We review Jim Reilly’s biography of Steinberger, pioneers of carbon fibre headless guitars.

This book by Rolf-Dieter Leib and Ulf Kaiser is aimed at beginner to intermediate synth scholars and, in 300 pages, seeks to explain all technical aspects of modular synthesis.

To help you brush up on your listening skills, we examine the production of recent hits from Lewis Capaldi, Bon Iver, Lana Del Rey and a classic mix from Radiohead.

Even if some people who hear it loathe your music, there will always be some who adore it. Whether you care about either camp, or just decide to make music to please yourself, is entirely up to you.

To help you brush up on your listening skills, we examine the production of some recent hits from Meduza, Roddy Ricch, Jorja Smith, Eminem and a classic mix of Harry Belafonte from the first LP ever to sell a million copies.

A tutorial book on making step sequencers with Cycling '74's Max graphical programming environment.

This hardback tome might just be the ultimate coffee table book for anyone interested in effects pedals.

To help you brush up on your listening skills, we examine the production of some recent hits by Dua Lipa, Tones And I, Caroline Shaw/Attacca Quartet, Arizona Zerva and a Destiny's Child classic mix.

To help you brush up on your listening skills, we examine the production of recent hits by Selena Gomez, Travis Scott, Maroon 5 plus a classic mix from Roxette.

To help you brush up on your listening skills, we examine the production of recent hits by Dominic Fike, Harry Styles, Joel Corry plus a 1995 classic mix from Oasis.

The authors are both devoted admirers (and experienced users) of classic keyboards and, together, they have created a marvellously impressive book detailing these instruments in great depth and breadth.

If you're looking for some initial insights into the creative stage of writing music to picture, then Michael Kruk's new book might be just what you need.

We examine the production of some recent hits from Dermot Kennedy, Marshmello ft. chvrches, DJ Regard, Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus & Lana Del Rey, Mist plus The Cars 1984 classic 'Drive'.

Brush up on your listening skills as we examine the production of recent hits from Aitch, Lizzo, Taylor Swift, Sam Smith and a classic mix from Olivia Newton-John & John Travolta.

Inside you're rewarded with a very good dose of common-sense advice for those just getting to grips with the world of film and TV music creation.