Arturia BeatStep Pro Review: An Upgraded Controller and Sequencer
And we say it adapts because it can be integrated as a control surface for sequencing and for using its knobs with real hands-on feel on our DAW via USB. It can also drive analog…
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Arturia MicroBrute Review: A Vintage-Style Analog Synth You Can Easily Handle
MicroBrute is a small analog synthesizer based on the design of its bigger brother, the MiniBrute. It's very easy to use and delivers a unique sound: ultra-fat basses, pads…
Arturia Keystep Review: A Pocket-Sized Controller
We take a look at four offerings from one of today's leaders in keyboards, controllers, grooveboxes and electronic devices: Arturia. We begin with the Keystep. Let's get to work.
NEVE 8801: A Genuine Neve Preamp
There are times in your day-to-day when you get the chance to try out a great many tools. When that happens, there is usually something on the list that suddenly grabs your…
Yamaha Launches the New TF-RACK
The new compact rack-mount version of the TF Series digital mixers is now on sale. This rack version offers the same levels of performance and the same innovative operation.
Novation Circuit Groovebox on the Test Bench
We had been wanting to tinker with a groovebox of this kind for a while to analyze its possibilities from the point of view of its target market (DJs and lovers of groove…
Soundcraft Vi2000, Vi5000 and Vi7000
The last few years have been especially prolific for Soundcraft. The British brand has kept launching new and interesting mixer models aimed at different applications and users.
Antelope Audio Goliath: 64 Simultaneous I/O Channels
The most powerful interface on the market? When we raise the bar in our search for high-end interfaces, Antelope Audio is a must-visit. When the studio needs to start getting…
Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 Second Generation
What sets one interface apart from another?
FBT’s Vertical Array, the Vertus CS1000
FBT launches the VERTUS CS1000 compact line array, the latest addition to this series. Created as a manageable solution for live performers and installers, the VERTUS CS1000…
Songwriting: Composing and Planning Your Songs
Sometimes the word “composition” feels too big for those who feel the itch to create but don't dare make the decision. In other cases it's unavoidable because of the creative soul…
The Monitor Setup on the Red Hot Chili Peppers Tour
For The Red Hot Chili Peppers, embarking on a massive world tour meant harnessing the power of an advanced monitor system to ensure reliable performances in different venues…
Audient Introduces the New iD4 Compact Audio Interface
Following up on the acclaim for the iD14, Audient introduces its new iD4, a compact, bus-powered audio interface. A perfect tool for composers and producers on the move.
JBL EON VTX M: New Monitors for Demanding Stages
JBL Professional's “Tour Audio” division recently unveiled the VTX M series. It is a new premium line of stage monitors designed for the most demanding applications.
New Genelec Studio Monitors with SAM Technology
Five spectacular new models have been added to the SAM monitor series, considered an undisputed benchmark in the industry. The new models feature more powerful DSPs and Class D…
JBL Launches Its New EON208P Portable PA System
A few months ago, JBL introduced the new EON208P portable PA system, developed to give small bands, singer-songwriters, cafés, clubs, schools, meetings, small houses of worship…
JBL Launches EON ONE: The "All-in-One" Line-Array PA System
As we've been mentioning over the past few weeks, compact, portable PA systems have carved out a huge niche in the industry recently. Probably because we need versatile…
Focusrite Scarlett Interfaces: The Second Generation Arrives
Focusrite has announced the launch and worldwide availability of the 2nd generation of Scarlett, the world's best-selling family of USB audio interfaces.
New Yamaha HS-I Powered Studio Monitors
On June 1, 2016, Yamaha introduced the HS-I range of powered speakers, which adds mounting points to the popular HS series studio monitors, making the range ideal for a wider…
Steinberg Launches Dorico Music Notation Software
A few years ago, Steinberg founded an R&D center in London with a new development team whose goal was to build next-generation professional notation software for composers…