Freeware: the DX7 in open source
Hot newsFreewareIf you are a huge fan of the Yamaha DX7, you can have a look at the emulation developed by two little geniuses for Mac, PC and Linux.
ManiaCo updated to v1.2
NewsThe WNP Sounds team listened to their users and completely reworked their ManiaCo virtual synth.
The VirSyn Tera now on iPad
NewsVirSyn released on the AppStore the iPad version of their Tera Synth.
Acoustic A20 for guitar and vocals
NewsAcoustic has launched a new amplifier for vocals and acoustic instruments.
Steinberg releases Groove Agent 4
Hot newsAfter EZdrummer and Addictive Drums, the Steinberg Groove Agent has also had a lifting and is now available in version 4.
Sampletekk releases TVBO for Kontakt
NewsPiano sampling specialist Sampletekk offers a virtual recreation of the Yamaha C7 grand for Kontakt 4 and 5.
Radial Engineering StageBug SB-6
NewsThe Canadian brand added to the StageBug family the SB-6 passive stereo isolator.
Loop Loft Double Drums Vol.1
NewsThis is a brilliant idea: offering a loop library in which drums are played simultaneously by two drummers.
sonicLab Cosmosƒ FX
NewssonicLAB has compiled the effect section of its Cosmosƒ Saturn virtuel synth into the Cosmosƒ FX, unfortunately only for the Saturn users.
A pint-sized yet powerful multi-effects unit
Written testThe Tech 21 Fly Rig 5 is a multi-effects pedal small enough to fit in a backpack, or in the pocket of most guitar bags. Featuring Tech 21’s signature analog tone, it can be used either through an amp…
Comparing your mix to a professionally mixed song offers valuable sonic guidance
LearningReferencing your mix against an existing recording via the process known as “A/B-ing,” is a great way to check the quality of your work and help you overcome inaccurate studio acoustics. Here in part…
We test drive EHX's new "Organ Machine"
Written testElectro Harmonix calls the B9 an “Organ Machine,” and indeed it is. Plug your guitar into this pedal, and out comes a variety of authentic organ sounds. Read on to find out more.
A busy producer/engineer shares his expertise
LearningRecording vocals is an activity that most musicians with studio gear are involved with in one way or another. So when we had a chance to tap into the expertise of Kris Crummett, a prominent producer/…
A channel strip that's ultra useful
Written testUltraChannel is more than just your average channel strip. It also features Eventide's signature delay and modulation effects, and is almost like an entire effects collection in a single plug-in. Rea…
Boss reinvents the DS distortion pedal
Written testThis year, Boss has been releasing new stompboxes at a prodigious pace: two at Winter NAMM and three at Summer NAMM. All are reinventions of older Boss pedals. The DS-1X, released along with the OD-…