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 We take a look at few different models on the market.

The CP4 is Yamaha’s best stage piano yet, and it’s also significantly cheaper than its predecessor.

For this classy device, mic makers JZ enlisted the design work of outboard aficionados SPL. Is this a match made in heaven?

The final instalment of an ambitious orchestral sampling project sees the completion of EastWest’s five-year master plan.

Sample–based Instrument For iOS. Psicada Earhoof and Synth App Arturia iProphet

Fostex aim to tackle the top of the closed-back cans market, with this premium new design.

U–he’s Bazille is a complex synth capable of an astonishing variety of sounds.

We check out this compact yet powerful 2.1 speaker system from Danish makers Dynaudio.

The latest addition to Korg’s cut-price Volca range takes a hands-on approach to sampling.

Have Funky Junk put their secret cache of original dbx ‘Gold Can’ VCAs to good use?

These files accompany the Sample Shop articles in the February 2015 issue of SOS

Compact pedalboard? DI preamp? The perfect ‘B–rig’? This ‘Swiss Army Knife’ of guitar processors is all of those, and more.

As iconic and extensive as it is, the Boss range of pedals has never included a proper guitar synth — until now.

This book provides a great introduction to audio electronics

Zero-G’s Impact Designer Cinematic Slam Creator is perhaps best described as part sample library and part virtual...

There’s more to Ear Trumpet Labs’ curious creations than the steampunk look — they sound great, too!

It might not be glamorous, but Little Labs’ Pepper could save you a lot of time and unnecessary compromise.

Fluid Audio may not be a familiar name, but the man behind it has a rich history in speaker design. We check out their affordable new coaxial monitors.

If a title like ‘13’ didn’t give it away, then the subtitle of ‘Horror Loops & Sound Design’...

When mixes are setting your teeth on edge, Brainworx’s mastering tool offers a soothing effect.