The Audio & Musical Gear that Made the Show - Best of NAMM 2011: The Top 11
LearningFollowing tradition, we present to you Audiofanzine's Top 11 gear picks from NAMM 2011.
Cakewalk Sonar X1 Review - Sonar Under X-Rays
Written testThe new Sonar version has arrived. However, instead of being version 9, it is named Sonar X1. Cakewalk actually decided to completely rebuild the interface of its sequencer. And it changes everything…
Native Instruments The Mouth Mini-Review - Word of Mouth Plug-in
Written testThe Mouth, second effect created by Tim Exile after The Finger, allows you to process any input signal in a creative way, even though it shows some preference for vocals. Is it a vocoder? More? Or le…
Compressors: How They Really Work - Compressors Demystified
LearningIt's one of the most used, and most misunderstood, signal processors. While people use it to make a recording "punchier," it often ends up dulling the sound instead because the controls aren't set op…
DJ-Tech U2 Station MK2 Review - Station to Station
Written testHow about mixing MP3 files without a computer? That's the goal of the DJ-Tech U2 Station MK2...
The Next Big Thing in Guitar Distortion - A Guitarist's Guide to Multiband Distortion
LearningIf you're a guitarist and you're not into multiband distortion...well, you should be. Just as multiband compression delivers a smoother, more transparent form of dynamics control, multiband distortio…
Propellerhead Reason 5 Review - Eight Rex and One Kong
Written testWhat features does the fifth version of the historical Propellerhead software have to offer? Overview.
Christmas Shopping 2010 - Gifts for Geeks
LearningClock is ticking, and there is still time to please and be pleased. Here are some ideas for Christmas gifts for musicians and gear heads to fit all tastes and wallet sizes.
How to Get the Most Out of Them - Multitrack Drum Libraries
LearningMore drum libraries are showing up in multitrack format from companies like Discrete Drums, Wizoo, East-West, Reel Drums, etc. Although these are sold on the basis of being useable out of the box for…
Focal CMS 40 Review - Focal Point
Written testThese monitor speakers ought to be of interest to mobile home studio owners or people who have a very small room to play or mix music. Following the Focal CMS 65 and CMS 50, the CMS 40 is even smalle…
Whether for Recording or Live Performance, the Right EQ… - Making Equalization Work For You
LearningEqualization is one of the most important and powerful tools in the recording enthusiast’s arsenal, yet too many people adjust equalization with their eyes – not their ears. For example, one time aft…
RME Babyface Review - USBaby
Written testMost manufacturers have been adding compact audio interfaces to their product range for several years, and now is time for RME and its Babyface. Many mobile musicians and sound engineers have been ea…
Korg PS60 Review - Plug & Play
Written testWhile the market of low-budget synthesizers has never been so flourishing, Korg launches a performance synth conceived for live applications that require spontaneity and real-time options. Let's step…
Native Instruments Reaktor Prism Mini-Review - From Every Facet
Written testPrism is a polyphonic synthesizer included with the new products launched by Native Instruments in the Komplete 7 pack. Based on modeling technology... Let's find out what that means.
Choosing a Laptop for Music Making: Part 2 - Lifting the Lid on Audio Laptops: The Test
Written testIn Part 2 we go deeper into PC laptops for music production and put a few choice models to the test.
