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On testing a vintage Telefunken preamp, Sonic Farm were so impressed they decided to recreate it — adding their own twist along the way...
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On testing a vintage Telefunken preamp, Sonic Farm were so impressed they decided to recreate it — adding their own twist along the way...

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This is a hybrid product in more ways than one — not least because it can be controlled via a dedicated DAW plug‑in.

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Pro quality at an affordable price? Hugh Robjohns inspects a preamp with a prestigious name.

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I'm a Propellerhead Reason user and I plan to Rewire the software to Steinberg's Cubase DAW. My plan leads me to ask two questions about using MIDI keyboard controllers and control surfaces.

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If you’ve found integrating multi-effects units into your existing amp and pedalboard setup problematic, this unit could make life easier...