Latest articles by Matt McCracken
UAD's free plugin offer is the biggest no-brainer I've seen this year – but time is running out to get your hands on a world-class studio weapon for nothing
This monumental free UAD plug-in giveaway is about to expire - grab your free gear before this awesome offer vanishes forever
"Just as good as many affordable Squier, Epiphone, or Yamaha guitars I’ve played": Cort G200SE review
Cort's beginner-friendly S-type shows just how far beginner guitars have come in the last 20 years
Thomann Cyber Monday deals 2025: the savings are over for another year
Thomann's massive 2025 Cyber Monday deal have ended, but there are still plenty of ways to save
Cyber Monday plugin deals 2025: The biggest plugin sale of the year is over
Cyber Weekend has officially ended, but there are still some last-minute savings to take advantage of on music software
Cyber Monday plugin deals 2025 LIVE: all of today's most unmissable music software discounts on Native Instruments, IK Multimedia, Plugin Boutique and around the web
Today is your last chance to load up your DAW with the the cut-price plugins I'd recommend to every producer, from beginner to pro
I’ve tested 13 studio headphones this year and my top choice just landed a serious Cyber Monday deal - save $110 on the Sennheiser HD 490 Pro
Save big on four of my top six studio headphones in the Cyber Monday deals
Black Friday plugin deals 2025: These are the last remaining deals on software
Black Friday is over, but you can still bag a last-minute deal on plugins
New Thomann deals are still being added to its Cyber Week sale with fresh-but-serious offers on guitars, pedals, and more - save up to 70% while stock lasts
Thomann's Black Friday blowout has added loads of new deals, with reductions on thousands of guitars, studio gear, pianos, PA systems, and more
Universal Audio's amazing Black Friday freebie is still live - for now. Take your pick from an 1176, LA-2A, Pultec EQ, and more completely free of charge
Grab yourself one of ten plugins totally free before this offer ends on Cyber Monday
I've found 9 free plugin deals for Black Friday, including a killer bundle - help yourself to something for nothing before the offers disappear
Want a free plugin for Black Friday? Here are some shortcuts to get you free gear right now
Black Friday studio headphone deals 2025: The biggest studio headphone savings from across the internet that are still live!
Grab yourself big savings on Focal, Beyerdynamic, Shure, AKG and more this Black Friday
Thomann Black Friday deals 2025: Don't miss out on 70% off in the official Cyber Week sale
Black Friday day 3 is here, and Thomann's Cyber Week Sale is still adding new bargains
7 of my favorite audio interfaces are still reduced on sale for Black Friday - including the one I use every day in my home studio
I've tested 12 audio interfaces in the past 12 months, and a some of my top picks have been reduced - but hurry, these prices won't last long
With a year’s UAD Spark subscription plummeting to just $79, this plugin deal is the best way to improve your mixes over the next 12 months
Think plugin subscriptions aren’t good value? I’ve done the maths and with this UAD Spark deal you’re getting a much bigger saving than you might think
$300 off the 4.5-star rated Strandberg Boden Essential feels like the guitar deal of the year - save big on the most forward-thinking guitar around
It's not for traditionalists, but this is an amazing deal on one of my most highly rated electric guitars
Gear4music Black Friday deals 2025: The Black Friday sale is live – and there are some great offers for musicians
The Black Friday savings of 2025 have arrived at Gear4music. We've got all the latest info, recommendations and guidance
Neural DSP just sweetened the deal when you pick up a Nano Cortex for Black Friday - help yourself to a plugin of your choice free of charge
There aren't any Neural DSP savings yet, but you can bag software worth up to $149 with any Nano Cortex purchase
Best audio interface 2025: For home recording, podcasting, and streaming - tested by experts
Our tried and tested pick of USB and Thunderbolt interfaces for Mac and PC across every budget, plus full reviews, in-depth testing, and buying advice
“If you already own an Apollo or Volt interface and want to upgrade your inputs, then the Volt 876 is a no-brainer”: Universal Audio Volt 876 review
UA's biggest Volt interface makes recording drums or full bands a breeze with some neat workflow-enhancing touches
Best studio monitors 2025: Studio speakers for musicians and producers on any budget
My comprehensive guide to the best studio monitor speakers for home studio recording, whether you’re a beginner or pro producer
Best in-ear monitors 2025: IEMs for stage and studio
Our expert guide to the best in-ear monitors for practice, performance and production, no matter your budget
Best budget audio interfaces 2025: Cheap USB interfaces for home recording, streaming, podcasting, and more
I’ve tested more than 20 options to bring you my expert pick of the best affordable audio interfaces for great quality recording on a budget
Best budget studio monitors 2025: Make your mixes sing with these wallet-friendly home studio speakers
The best cheap studio monitors for home recording, with my hand-picked and affordable options from Adam, IK Multimedia, M-Audio, PreSonus and more
