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…
How to adapt your electric guitar to your tuning
LearningFans of alternate tunings (especially metalheads) will often find themselves with overcooked noodles instead of strings, compromising their sound. Here are a couple of recipes to make sure your strin…
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.
Strategically planning your set can make all the difference
LearningA well thought out setlist is critical to the success of your gig. Whether for a band or a solo singer, the order in which you play your songs could mean the difference between a good show and a grea…
Volume in mastering
LearningThis penultimate article in our series dedicated to mastering at home is surely the one you've all been waiting for. Indeed, today we will talk about a couple of tricks to get a really HUGE sound. Bu…
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-…
Finding the tempo and writing the music
LearningHere in the final part of this 3-part article, I’ll finish scoring the hypothetical commercial, working with variables like tempo, start time, and meter, while never losing sight of the original assi…
Rendering a master
LearningIn this antepenultimate installment, we'll discuss several points that you need to bear in mind to get an optimal final result, depending on how your music will be distributed.
Summer sale at Plugin Alliance
NewsSpecial pricePlugin Alliance launched its summer promotion, with up to 50% discounts off its plug-ins until August 14th.
Thunder 3 soon at Strezov Sampling’s
NewsStrezov Sampling unveils the third version of its Thunder percussion collection for Kontakt, which release is expected soon.
Customuse, 3D printed electric guitars
Hot newsCustomuse is a young London-based company that debuts in the 3D printed electric guitar market with three models.