MusicRadar Team

MusicRadar Team

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Articles by: MusicRadar Team

HISE

Oi, Grandad! Treat yourself to a brand-new FREE synth plug-in here

By MusicRadar Team published

(Not being rude. The plug-in’s name is Oi, Grandad!…)

Faded Instruments

Software maker Faded Instruments goes hard for its Faded Toolbox

By MusicRadar Team published

New modular line-up of self-powered instruments bring their plug-ins to life

ADDAC

‘Inspired by the Moog CP3’, ADDAC Systems deliver its take on a modular classic

By MusicRadar Team last updated

New Eurorack mixer module promises to be “a wolf in sheep’s clothing”

Chris Martin

Chris Martin is using Subpacs to enhance Coldplay gigs for hard of hearing fans

By MusicRadar Team last updated

The bass-delivering mix tool is helping make Coldplay gigs more inclusive – thanks to girlfriend Dakota Johnson

WMD

Eurorack innovator WMD announces three new products… and go bust…

By MusicRadar Team last updated

They're shutting up shop… But not before releasing three three new products

Benny Benassi

20 years on Benny Benassi and David Guetta get their Satisfaction

By MusicRadar Team last updated

The ladies-with-power-tools classic gets its reboot on for 2022

AKG Mic and Guitar

Audio pros rely on AKG C-series microphones–so should you

By MusicRadar Team published

Bring out all the subtlety and character in your music with AKG C-series microphones

Roland FP-10

Fresh new pianos and home keyboards to check out in 2022

By MusicRadar Team published

May we present the keys to happiness this year

Artiphon announce Orba 2

NAMM 2022 VIDEO: Artiphon announces Orba 2, an upgrade on its dinky synth/looper/controller

By MusicRadar Team published

Check out our sound demo as the innovative handheld synth gets a major sampling upgrade

Novation FLKey

The hottest new MIDI controllers for 2022

By MusicRadar Team published

It's time to take control

Summer Gear Expo 2022

Welcome to Gear Expo Summer 2022

By MusicRadar Team last updated

See all the gear you'll be playing in 2022 and beyond – only on MusicRadar

Berklee EDI event

Berklee, Ableton and Elektron combine for new Electronic Digital Instrument Summit

By MusicRadar Team published

EDI Summit takes place on the same weekend as the NAMM Show

Audient iD44 (MKII)

NAMM 2022: Audient’s iD44 MKii audio interface promises "console sound on your desktop"

By MusicRadar Team published

New model delivers better sound and more features

Pro-Ject Metallica turntable

Nothing else platters: Metallica signature turntable breaks cover

By MusicRadar Team published

Yes, it's made of heavy metal

Pioneer DJ DM monitors

Pioneer DJ slides new models into its DM monitor range

By MusicRadar Team published

New-for-22 models bring the Bluetooth

Moog One synthesizer

Moog One v1.5 firmware brings a raft of CV updates

By MusicRadar Team published

New features and tweaks come to Moog's flagship synth

Donner DDP-80 piano

Introducing the Donner DDP-80

By MusicRadar Team published

A new 88-note contender delivers stylish looks, with a great sound and price

NAMM

NAMM 2022: Here's what we're looking forward to - all the guitar, tech, recording and software news and rumours

By MusicRadar Team last updated

NAMM is back, big-time, and we'll be reporting from the frontline

Synth Week logo

Welcome to Synth Week 2022

By MusicRadar Team last updated

Celebrate the past, present and future of synthesis

Synth Week logo

Coming soon: Synth Week 2022

By MusicRadar Team published

Celebrate the past, present and future of synthesis from 23 May

IK Multimedia X-GEAR pedals

IK Multimedia X-GEAR effects pedals bridge the gap between hardware and software

By MusicRadar Team published

The pioneer of modelling and mobile guitar tone turns its attention to our pedalboards with four hardware pedals

Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen audio interface on a white background

Best Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen deals November 2023: score a budget audio interface bargain

By MusicRadar Team last updated

Find all the best Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen interface deals in one place

Waves Valentine's Day sale

The Waves Valentine's Day sale has landed: buy any plugin, get another for free

By MusicRadar Team last updated

Plus, 150 essential plugins slashed to just $29.99, including effects, synths and mastering tools

Gear Expo 2022

Gear Expo 2022 - tune in this Friday 28 January to check out all the year's hottest music gear releases

By MusicRadar Team published

No NAMM? No problem. We're building the ultimate online showcase for all your new year gear needs

The best snare drums in 2022 for all budgets and playing styles

The best snare drums in 2023: For all budgets and playing styles

By MusicRadar Team, Chris Barnes last updated

Our expert selection of snare drums for practice, playing live, or recording

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