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Bored of the same old chord sequences? We explore some simple ways to spice up your keyboard chords.
Pro Tools 12.5 lets you collaborate remotely with other users over the Internet. Here’s how to get started.
We spotlight some of the pioneering work in 'assistive technology' that is transforming the lives of people who are unable to play conventional musical instruments.
Is online mastering a real alternative or a false economy? We put the UK's leading services to the test.
Loudspeakers are traditionally designed for either monitor or hi-fi applications, but is there actually any difference? And just how suitable are hi-fi speakers for nearfield monitoring in the project studio? We explore the dfferences in this two-part series.
Learn the best ways to manage your day‑to-day data backups in Cakewalk Sonar in this 2-part series.
Want to become a Media Composer? It's more than just having access to great sample libraries and virtual instruments. Learn what steps you must take to break into the lucrative world of scoring music for picture by following our in-depth series.
This series offers tips and techniques on how to get the most out of drum loops using tools found in Cubase 6.
SOS author Gordon Reid takes an in-depth look at the Korg Legacy Collection, a virtual instrument suite that recreates some of Korg's best-loved keyboards in software form.
An in-depth examination of Korg's OASYS workstation synthesizer, reviewed by Gordon Reid.
Learn how to create the conditions for a successful mix and what techniques and tricks you can employ to fit your vocals in the mix.
We asked some of the world's leading engineers how they approach one of the most common yet complex instruments on stage: the drum kit.
Cubase 6 includes features that allow groove‑based quantisation of both MIDI and audio performances, and these articles look at each of these in turn.
Wowa Cwejman is already in possession of a fine reputation for esoteric synth modules, but he hasn't run out of ideas yet. Take a 3-part exploration of his range of analogue synthesis modules.
Learn how to get the most out of the Yamaha XG sound module with this advanced techniques guide.
Learn how to take advantage of the powerful Script Processor feature in Native Instruments' Kontakt and customise your Kontakt patches any way you like.
Alongside Bob Moog, Don Buchla is one of the founding fathers of synthesis, and yet much less is known of him and his instruments. Read this two-part review of Buchla's latest modular synthesizer.
Logic offers users all the tools to create professional scores and this guide covers everything from the basics to presentation that really looks the part.
Learn how to create convincing string arrangements for any genre when using MIDI and orchestral sample libraries.
A professional producer and mixer passes on his favourite Logic mixing methods. This series provides mixing tips for bass and drums as well as techniques covering a variety of mixing scenarios.