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These audio examples accompany the Send / Return Compression workshop in SOS May 2026.
These audio examples accompany the May 2026 Sound On Sound feature about recording outdoors.
These audio files demonstrate techniques discussed in the Cubase workshop article in SOS magazine’s May 2026 issue.
Is plug‑in overload stifling your creative output? SOS FOR ARTISTS offers a way to take back control.
Wes have brought a modern touch to bear on the most vintage of analogue compressor types — and it’s about far more than their celebrated system for plug‑in remote control.
Much like a real drummer, the Beat Friend is a semi‑autonomous rhythm machine that could bring a life of its own to your music.
With advanced driver tech, comprehensive DSP and the promise of network control, Eve’s new EXO speakers aim for maximum installation flexibility.
American producer and recording/ mix engineer Mark Needham has worked with many famous pop and rock artists, and when asked to dissect a notable sound from his remarkable catalogue, Mark details his work on The Killers’ ‘Mr Brightside’.
Tonerider have turned their attention to hum‑cancelling, stacked‑coil pickups, and the Apex Plus set that’s reviewed here are designed for the Fender Stratocaster.
Novation’s popular MIDI controller gets a new lease of life.
Sennheiser’s latest headphones promise to deliver the goods, whether you’re tracking or mixing.
As Melody’s Echo Chamber, French chanteuse Melody Prochet has been making sepia‑tinted psychedelic folk‑rock for almost 15 years.
Just like all his other creations, Don Buchla’s polysynth was ambitious — and unique.
Reaper 7 makes it easy to compare the sound of different plug‑ins. Read on...
Founder of nascent Czech Eurorack boutique Zlosynth, Petr Horáček is the kind of developer that makes the world of Eurorack — in particular DIY — go round.
I never got a chance to acquire a Wretch Machine, but I simply had to get my hands on tube‑based technology and try it for myself.
Tonalic is a new ‘virtual instrument meets session musician’ concept underpinned by Melodyne’s respected pitch‑shifting technology.
In this in-depth interview, company head Phil Dudderidge and Head of Product Will Hoult talk to SOS Editor in Chief Sam Inglis about the history of the ISA preamp circuit, explain what makes it special, and lay bare the intensive development process behind the first ISA audio interface.
Tony Platt talks with Paul White about his career highlights, developing his recording techniques and memorable sessions with Bob Marley, AC/DC, Gary Moore and Uriah Heep.
Eddie Bazil breaks down the different types of EQ, explains their most common uses in mixing and production, and demonstrates how they shape and enhance sound with practical audio examples.