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15 questions with... Canblaster
It's becoming increasingly common to find electronic artists and creatives having a hand in the development of the types of creative tools they themselves want to use.
PETRI ALANKO
Weaving the dramatic and tension-stoking soundtrack to one of the most critically acclaimed games of the last year, Petri Alanko built a score for Alan Wake 2 that harnessed an arsenal of plugins with DIY instruments and a huge array of hardware and software synths. We spoke to Petri about his idiosyncratic approach and its exhilarating results
UVI Synth Anthology 4 $149 PC MAC
From the very old to the über new, UVI's latest library has been collated with care. Roland Schmidt blows off the dust on some classics
Raül Refree and Pedro Vian
With its enrapturing mesh of prepared piano, positive organ and dense synth textures, Font de la Vera Pau is the blissful collaborative debut from celebrated producer Raül Refree and electronic musician and sound designer Pedro Vian. We spoke to the Barcelona-based pair to learn more about their process
PSP Audioware BinAmp $99 PC MAC
We are taught to not judge a book by its cover… keep this in mind when first looking at BinAmp, says the ever-erudite Stuart Adams
Mixing Night Audio: pro results with LOLS
Born out of their popular series of YouTube-based producer masterclasses, Mixing Night Audios quirky and innovative first releases have turned quite a few heads with both their gamified design and pro-level results. We catch up with the company’s respected founders to discuss LOLCOMP the underpinning idea, and how their technology serves to arm their audience
Native Instruments Guitar Rig Pro 7 £179
Native Instruments’ guitar rack modelling standard is updated with newly modelled amps and effects. Is it seventh heaven asks Andy Jones?
Germanic Monos + Bass
Were taking the autobahn back in time to tap the sound of those 1970s German pioneers. We'll throw in some deep bass for good measure. KUhI!
Phase distortion synthesis with BazilleCM
In the first of a new series exploring our CM Plugin Suite, we prove that phase distortion synthesis doesn't have to be perplexing, using the mighty BazilleCM
SIGN LIBRA
Fashioning a hypnotic sonic universe, which melds expressive vocalisations with lush use of software synthesisers, Latvian artist Sign Libra makes music quite unlike much we've heard before. We caught up with her to find out more about her journey in expressive music-making, and how she shapes her boundless galaxy of sound...
15 questions with...Aaron Horn
Stepping out of the shadow of his legendary father, Aaron Horn has charted a unique journey across the music industry. From collaborating with Doja Cat on the Grammy-nominated Woman, to being part of colourful pop trio Sam and the Womp, Aaron is also a keen explorer of the effects of music in a healing context...
PERFECT PIANO PRODUCTION
All pianos are the same, right? Wrong. There's a ton of variety in brands and models, and knowing your pianistic onions starts with the right instrument
Storyteller
It’s time to tell tall some tales and weave your way to the end
MATT BOLTON...
THINKS THE BIGGEST OBSTACLE TO THE SUCCESS OF APPLE'S VISION FOR VISION PRO IS PEOPLE'S VISION
iMac (2023)
Apple's all-in-one gets an M3 upgrade
Nothing's attempt to beat Apple's RCS support did not work out
Unencrypted messages, deceptive marketing and security issues
Apple finally adds RCS support to iMessage
Threat of legal action seemingly forces Apple's hand
Crave - THE GEAR WE'RE LUSTING AFTER
Loewe radio.frequency
Secrets of Sonoma
Are you getting the most from macOS Sonoma, or are there features you’ve not yet seen? Let’s take a look
Thunderbolt 5
Thunderbolt 5 had a low-key launch, but it will be key tech for Apple products
Goodnotes 6
Al smarts could help you become a smarter note taker
Soundcore Motion X500
Stylish portable speaker with Spatial Audio
MacBook Pro (Late 2023)
Apple’s best laptop is now even better with more power and a new colour
AOC Gaming 16G3
A 15.6-inch portable monitor that's just too good for gamers
Denon PerL Pro
Earbuds with personal listening’ tech to enhance sound quality
Apple silicon the story so far
With the arrival of the M3, M3 Pro and M3 Max, Apple silicon shows no sign of slowing down. Here we take a look at how it's performing
iPhone portrait photo guide
Take amazing portraits by day or night
NEWS READERS FOR MAC
Get to the heart of the news stories you want to read
Easily upgrade your home network
Give everyone in your home fast, secure wireless internet access with Synology
ABLETON LIVE 12 THE HANDS-ON GUIDE
We've had access to Live 12 for a while, and now the news of its release is official. Here's what's new and our early take!