De-esser plugins are an important part of any pro vocal chain. They help reduce the effect of one of the most frustrating issues in vocal...

Free plugins are one of the best things about being a producer in 2020. Quality music production tools have never been more accessible...

Getting your first synth is always a big step. Sure free synth VSTs open infinite possibilities but the DAW screen and keyboard is a big...

Free recording software has empowered countless musicians to start their creative journey. It’s possible because tools that would once...

The modern DAW is one of the most powerful tools artists and producers have to create music. But with all this power comes some pretty...

Electronic drum kits are in a special category of instruments. Most people buy them to use in their apartment or home studio because...

A digital audio workstation is usually a hefty investment. It might need a certain amount of computing power to operate well. Luckily,...

Piano VSTs are a songwriter’s best friend. The piano is one of the best instruments to use for writing, arranging and producing music....

Compression and EQ are the two most essential tools in mixing. You’ll probably apply them on every single track in your session before...

Modular synth is taking over the world. This once uncommon synthesis type has become the main arena for sonic experimentation in...

Reverb is one of the three most important effects in mixing. It’s the audio glue that situates your tracks in the virtual space of your...

Lo-fi is the hottest trend in music production right now—for good reason. The warm, lived-in tones of retro gear will give your mixes a...

Synth VSTs are one of the most exciting things about being a producer today. Powerful synthesis tools that used to cost thousands are now...

No two home studio setups are the same. Depending on your workflow, genre of music and personal style the tools you use to create music...

No home studio is complete without at least one microphone—especially if you want to record vocals. To do it right you’ll need a mic and...

Synthesizers are some of the most exciting tools in music production. The explosion of free VST plugins means you can set up an entire...

The sequencer is an incredibly powerful tool that completely changes the way you work with electronic instruments. Sequencers make it...

NAMM 2020 is finally behind us and the latest technology at the industry’s biggest trade show is creating a ton of excitement. If you...

Microphones are an essential tool in any engineer’s tool box. But there are different kinds of mic. Each type is suited to its own...

The AKG Lyra is an effective all-in-one USB solution for basic recording duties. Its desktop form factor and onboard USB interface...