Samplers / Sampling

Not many artists would make an entire album from field recordings of the life of a pig. But not many artists are like Matthew Herbert...

Swedish synthesists Elektron have turned their attention to sampling — and, with characteristic individuality, have created something quite unique.

Put down your bells, books and candles — this a ghost you do want in your machine...

These audio files accompany the Sampling Vintage Synths article that featured in SOS July 2011.

Vintage synths are perfect for sampling, and modern multisampling software makes the process easy and creatively rewarding. We show you how it’s done in our in‑depth guide.

Reason's flexible routing makes scintillating sampling simple...

Reason's sampling instrument Kong.

Zoom have launched a sibling for their R16, adding a further eight tracks and some neat loop-sampling and rhythm-track features.

In the final part of this short series, we investigate a more advanced use of scripting to create a simple step sequencer. • Read Part 1 • Read Part 2 • Read Part 3

Building on last months introduction to the basics of scripting in Native Instruments Kontakt soft sampler, we explain how to make your scripted functions adjustable via a simple user interface.

The phenomenally successful Microkorg brought simple, affordable synthesis to the masses. Can Korgs Microsampler do the same thing for sampling?

Native Instruments's hybrid hardware and software beat machine promises the best of both worlds. Does it deliver?

The M3 workstation, already a powerful beast, has gained impressive new features and an Xpanded name tag. Is it now top of its class?

Akai's MPC has been with us for 20 years now — an incredibly long time in music production. So is the latest addition to this venerable range, the MPC5000, a worthy bearer of its standard?

As they celebrate 20 years in the business, sample library pioneers EastWest are on the verge of relaunching LA's legendary United-Western studio complex. They've also developed an innovative sample-playback engine to power their next generation of virtual instruments.

Using someone else's recording in your music without permission can lead to disaster. We explain the ins and outs of copyright law, and guide you through the process of clearing your samples.

The world is not short of sampling sequencers at the moment, so what does the Roland SP555 have to make it worthy of your attention?

It's over five years since Native Instruments released the original version of their flagship soft sampler, and its third incarnation takes the Kontakt concept even further, with a streamlined user interface, a new waveform editor and a massive sample library.

If you're stuck in a creative rut with sample libraries, why not look for inspiration in your own home?

Have Roland finally outgunned Akai's renowned MPC series in the battle for the hip-hop market?

The latest utility from Redmatica is targeted at Logic users wanting to get the most from the programs built-in soft sampler.