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We asked our regular sample CD reviewers to tell us which CD gems they'd like to be stranded with on a desert island (with mains power and a sampler, naturally). Paul White, Paul Farrer & Wilf Smarties plunder the Sample Shop archives for sampling treasure...
Did you know that upgrading your sampler's memory could seriously damage its health? Derek Johnson & Debbie Poyser finds out why...
These days, few hi-tech musicians would consider their studio complete without some kind of sampler. Paul White goes through the basics of these invaluable studio tools, for the benefit of anyone who has yet to sample one...
Bass, how small can you get? Nicholas Rowland gives Alesis' new bottom end a good slap.
AUDIO CD Rating: **** 4/5 Stars
With so many computer‑generated rhythms about, however well...
(MIXED MODE CD/AKAI CD‑ROM) Rating: ** 2/5 Stars
Fleetwood Mac's Rumours album cost...
(MIXED MODE CD/AKAI CD‑ROM) Rating: *** 3/5 Stars
Volume six of the Sampling Sound System, ...
AUDIO CD Rating: **** 4/5 Stars
CD‑ROM Rating: ***** 5/5 Stars
Continuing...
AUDIO CD Rating: ** 2/5 Stars
Never buy a used car from a friend, goes the perceived wisdom. Well, I...
Craig Anderton puts all his tips in one basket...
Paul White explores the far dimensions of space using this spatial enhancement plug-in.
You've got a sampler, you've got a sample CD — but you haven't got any music yet. Craig Anderton chases down useful software that can help you bridge the gap, and passes on some hints and tips for effective sample CD use.
When it's time to choose a sampler from the many on the market, it helps to know which features are most significant. Craig Anderton will tel you what you want, what you really really want...
Like the Doctor in the TARDIS, Yamaha's newest Walkstation sequencer is small but deceptively spacious. Martin Russ dons his floppy hat, winds his stripey scarf a little tighter, fortifies himself with another jelly baby, and enters a different dimention...
Paul White auditions a new name in active monitors, and discovers an interesting design approach that combines light weight, small size and a well-controlled bass end.
Paul White finds that Zoom's entry-level, sub-£100 effects box has hidden depths.
Paul White checks over the Alesis Wedge and finds that, despite its simplicity, its not the thin end of the reverb.
Engineers still wet behind the ears who do a Tyson (chew off your ear) about their extensive knowledge of audio — Big George Webley hates 'em. He states his case...
In less than five years, jungle has evolved from cheesy sped-up James Brown samples to some of the most innovative music around. We sent Christopher Holder to talk to Danny Koffey, one of those in the front line.
Eliot Kennedy has carved out a highly successful career for himself as a hi-tech producer and songwriter for a wave of groups at the 'teen sensation' end of the pop market, all without leaving Sheffield. Nigel Humberstone finds out how he did it.