SOUND ON SOUND
Though billed as a high‑quality single‑channel mic preamp, the EC1 is a whole lot more.
Melda Productions MSpectralDynamics is a spectacularly useful plug‑in that uses spectral processing in a number of ways...
We check out Grace’s compact, mastering‑quality solution for monitoring on the move.
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.
BONUS WEB EXTRA REVIEW! Could Apple’s latest 27-inch iMac be the perfect all-in-one at the right price for musicians and audio engineers?
Toontrack’s debut EZbass Expansion hits all the right notes.
True to form, Teenage Engineering’s approach to modular synthesis is about as idiosyncratic as it gets.
Some of the performance issues associated with guitar‑to‑MIDI systems may not be insurmountable after all!
If you crave the refined sound of large planar magnetic cans but are put off by the price, Avantone’s newest headphones could well be the answer.
Rating: **** 4/5 Stars. Evolving pads is what this synth does best and it does it in a very endearing way via its almost childishly simple interface.
RootOne refreshes the parts most other enhancers cannot reach.
Love the sound of high‑end analogue kit, but don’t have the space or the money to buy it? No problem...
OWC make high‑quality computer accessories with musicians in mind.
Could this be the perfect portable package for podcasters and musicians alike?
The spearhead of Focusrite Pro’s Red range enjoys some light refreshment.
Rating: ***** 5/5 Stars. This sample‑based drum and percussion library is aimed at media composers and electronic music producers.
Is the Maschine+ the standalone music‑making box you’ve always dreamed of?
Arturia’s popular KeyStep controller goes up a gear.
Rating: ***** 5/5 Stars. Drawing on composer Jeff Russo’s work for Star Trek: Discovery, Modus contains 21 ensembles recorded at Teldex scoring stage from up to six mic positions.