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Arturia emulate both the classic Prophet 5 and the lesser-known Prophet VS synthesizers in their latest software instrument.
We've had a good look at some of the tools available for mastering in Pro Tools. So what are the best ways to use these tools?
I'm currently living in Ethiopia and my latest volunteer just brought me a new PC laptop, which I thought would let me...
A friend of mine who is a full-time professional musician has recently bought a new PA and now wants to fit permanent...
Troubled with ground loops and mains hum? The answer is to switch to a balanced power supply.
Mixer automation lets you create more dynamic mixes, but also provides a fast alternative to arranging all your tracks in the sequencer. We offer a simple guide to making the most of it.
Serato's Pitch 'n Time has carved out a reputation as one of the best time-stretching and pitch-shifting plug-ins out there, with special features including 'morphing' time-stretch and the ability to recreate varispeed effects.
Has the computer changed our musical values?
There have been some famous twin-guitar line-ups in rock history and, even if you can't strum a note, you can now have the virtual equivalent — both of these software instruments will play on time and in tune, and won't want a solo in every song! But are they both equally good?
Recording drums and guitars is the task in this month's studio troubleshooting visit.
I'm wondering how reliable CDs are as a backup medium. Which are the best to go for and how do they differ? Also, how does...
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The Pentagon I soft synth bundled with Sonar 5 is a powerhouse that even offers vocoding facilities. If you've overlooked it so far, remedy the situation with our tips, tricks and programming guide.
Tascam's new 48-channel digital console is an imposing sight, full of features and attractively priced. We get to grips with it...
Beefing up real drums with samples is routine practice these days, but the standard tool is looking pretty dated. Can TL Labs' new plug-in help us do it better?
The Solo 110 and Solo 610 are a pair of high-quality, no-frills preamps — one solid-state, the other valve.
The revolutionary Variax modelling guitar is already a uniquely versatile instrument, but now Line 6 have added an extra dimension with the ability to customise almost every aspect of its operation.
RNID raise awareness of the dangers of over-exposure to loud music
Zoom's H4 is both a portable recorder and stereo audio interface. But it costs just £250!
SOS prizewinner gets VIP treatment from Prism Sound