Dave Clews
Dave has been making music with computers since 1988 and his engineering, programming and keyboard-playing has featured on recordings by artists including George Michael, Kylie and Gary Barlow. A music technology writer since 2007, he’s Computer Music’s long-serving songwriting and music theory columnist, iCreate magazine’s resident Logic Pro expert and a regular contributor to MusicRadar and Attack Magazine. He also lectures on synthesis at Leeds Conservatoire of Music and is the author of Avid Pro Tools Basics.
Latest articles by Dave Clews

By Matt McCracken Last updated
My expert guide to the best MIDI keyboards of all sizes and budgets to integrate with your home studio

By Daryl Robertson Last updated
Our guide to the top stage pianos for gigging musicians, with options from Nord, Roland, Yamaha, Casio and more…

By Daryl Robertson Last updated
An expert look at the very best beginner digital pianos on the market from the likes of Yamaha, Casio, Korg, and Roland - including full reviews and video demos

By Daryl Robertson Last updated
Looking for the best piano keyboard for beginners? Well MusicRadar has you covered with expert advice and useful recommendations from industry professionals

By Daryl Robertson Last updated
With a decade of experience selling and reviewing pianos, these are my recommendations for the very best digital pianos from Kawai, Yamaha, Roland, Casio, and Korg at all price points - including full reviews and video demos

By Dave Clews Last updated
Whether you need to secure a heavy tube mic or get your drum overheads in order, these are the most stable and reliable mic stands for a variety of budgets

By Matt McCracken Last updated
My tried and tested pick of open and closed back headphones for music makers, with full reviews and raw frequency response testing

By Dave Clews Last updated
What you should look for in a keyboard stand, plus our pick of the most sturdy, stylish keyboard stands from K&M, Quicklok, RockJam, Roland, Jaspers and more…

By Dave Clews Last updated
Our pick of digital piano headphones with a focus on audio performance and comfort

By Daryl Robertson Last updated
We round-up the best electronic keyboards for novices through to pros, from Yamaha, Roland, Korg, Nord and more…

By Dave Clews Last updated
Are you rushing, or are you dragging? You’ll know for sure with these essential time-keeping devices from Boss, Korg, Wittner, and more

By Chris Corfield Last updated
Start making music for less with our selection of affordable MIDI keyboards from Arturia, Akai, Nektar, Novation, and more

By Daryl Robertson Last updated
Dive deep into Yamaha’s digital piano range with our recommendations for every budget

By Daryl Robertson Last updated
Here’s our pick of the best pianos - and the best piano brands - including Yamaha, Casio, Nord, Roland and more…

By Music Radar Published
How playing mono synths differs from standard keyboards

By Dave Clews Last updated
Master music theory and play your favourite piano songs over the internet with my pick of the very best piano learning platforms

By Dave Clews Last updated
Our pick of the easiest DAWs for beginners to get their heads around, including picks from Apple, Ableton, Image Line, Steinberg, and more

By Dave Clews Last updated
Need something to help you prop up your song sheets? We can help with our pick of the best music stands you can buy right now

By Dave Clews Last updated
If you’re considering buying a new acoustic piano and want some advice, don’t worry – pianos are our forte

By Dave Clews Last updated
Whether you’re practising at home and want an option other than headphones, or you’re performing live, a keyboard amplifier can be a total game-changer

By Music Radar Published
How playing mono synths differs from standard keyboards

By Dave Clews Published
Want to be a keyboard wizard in record time? These 10 simple but seminal synth hooks are crazy easy to play. We show you how

By Dave Clews Last updated
We’ve trawled through Yamaha’s extensive keyboard range to help you find the right one for you

By Dave Clews Last updated
A good piano stool or bench is essential for learning the piano with the proper technique. Here’s a rundown of choices to suit every pianist’s posterior

By Dave Clews Last updated
No name-calling, hair-pulling or lunch money-stealing going on here - just a generous dose of interactive piano tuition
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