
Why I Love... Problem Solving
Problem solving seems to find its way into so many of the things I do, and I’ve come to realise that rather than being a burden, it gives me a huge amount of pleasure.
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Problem solving seems to find its way into so many of the things I do, and I’ve come to realise that rather than being a burden, it gives me a huge amount of pleasure.
This all‑in‑one symphonic package offers an easy way to create orchestral arrangements. Distilled from seven large Synchron collections with no loss in sound quality, the library comprises two string ensembles, brass, woodwinds, ethnic winds, percussion and harp playing all the essential orchestral articulations.
This UREI‑inspired compressor includes some useful features for modern hybrid studios.
These audio examples accompany our review of Polyverse’s Filterverse plug-in from SOS April 2025 edition.
These audio examples accompany the ‘Depth Of Field’ workshop article from SOS April 2025 issue, discussing the use of three reverb treatments.
These three audio files demonstrate various elements of the Modulator-based synth pad sound-design process that I describe in the main SOS April 2025 Cubase workshop article.
Composer, pianist and producer Martin Kohlstedt talks about his approach to combining piano and electronic instruments, improvisation in the studio and on stage, plus the work he is doing to reduce the carbon footprint of touring.
From busking to barbecues, gigging with no mains power is now an affordable reality. We check out the current options.
Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the Dune: Part Two soundtrack with legendary mixing engineer Alan Meyerson.
Paul Wiffen takes a trip down memory lane to look at Behringer’s remake of the Wasp from Electronic Dream Plant, his first employer in the synthesizer industry back in 1981. How does it compare to Chris Huggett’s original innovative design?
David Mellor discusses how to create custom effects in a DAW without relying on expensive plug-ins.
Like classic fuzz pedals, this one sounds great. Unlike them, it’s easy to control and can play nicely in any setup!
Steve Dub shares insights into his workflow as a producer, discussing his ongoing work with The Chemical Brothers, his love of experimentation and how he adapts his methods to mixing in the box.
Rok Gulič, founder and CEO of OLLO Audio talks to Sam Inglis about the origins of the company, the launch of their brand new X1 headphones.
The Music Producers Guild have announced the recipients of two more of their gifted awards ahead of this year’s ceremony.
Trinnov Audio have announced that the latest addition to their range of room-correction hardware will now benefit from an extended five-year warranty period.
Krotos have announced the launch of a new all-in-one subscription tier that combines their award-winning sound-design software with full access to their entire library collection.
Kilohearts say that Clipper has been designed to “bring the power of razor-sharp, per-sample clipping to the Kilohearts Ecosystem”.
Contrasting the post-rock and shoegaze soundscapes of its predecessor, Panorama Acoustic is said to explore a world of resonances and quiet reflections, and offer an inspiring palette of evocative tones.
MAGIX Software GmbH, the developer behind audio software ranges including Samplitude, Sound Forge and Sequoia Pro, have been taken over by Russmedia Equity Partners (RMEP).