Simon Arblaster
I take care of the reviews on MusicRadar and Future Music magazine, though can sometimes be spotted in front of a camera talking little sense in the presence of real musicians. For the past 30 years, I have been unable to decide on which instrument to master, so haven't bothered. Currently, a lover of all things high-gain in the guitar stakes and never one to resist churning out sub-standard funky breaks, the likes of which you'll never hear.
Latest articles by Simon Arblaster
“We think there were less than 50 of these ever produced”: Are these Korg's strangest synths?
By Si Truss published
We took a trip to the new Korg Gallery exhibit and asked the brand to talk us through some of its more obscure releases
Cyber Monday Andertons deals 2024: Last chance to grab a deal
By Daryl Robertson last updated
You've not got long to bag yourself a bargain on guitars, pedals, and amps in the Andertons sale
Thomann Cyber Monday deals 2024: The Cyberweek sale is over, but there are still a few ways to save
By Chris Barnes last updated
Thomann's massive 2024 Cyber Monday deals has ended with a bang. These re the bargains you can still get your hands on
Cyber Monday plugin deals 2024: Last chance software savings
By Matt McCracken last updated
Cyber Monday is over but you can still save big on VSTs and music software
Black Friday studio headphone deals 2024: The biggest studio headphone savings from across the internet that are still live
By Simon Arblaster last updated
Grab yourself big savings on Focal, Beyerdynamic, Shure, AKG and more this Black Friday
Black Friday microphone deals 2024: Black Friday is over, and these are the best microphone savings that are still live
By Daryl Robertson last updated
Your place for all the microphone deals from Shure, Rode, AKG, Blue Microphones and more - whether you're a musician or a podcaster
Black Friday Andertons deals 2024: Black Friday is done but there are still loads of deals to get your hands on
By Daryl Robertson last updated
Don't worry if you missed out on a Black Friday deal at Andertons, you can still find loads of big savings
Black Friday plugin deals 2024: Black Friday is over, but there are still plenty of deals to get your hands on
By Matt McCracken last updated
We round up all the best plugin deals that are still hanging around post-Black Friday
Picture this: you’ve got $/£200 to spend on synths. Now I think I’ve found the best deals for you this Cyber Monday
By Simon Arblaster published
Save big on some last-minute guilt-fee shopping on gear
I absolutely love this Cyber Monday deal on the Yamaha Seqtrak, it’s giving Teenage Engineering features on Behringer money vibes
By Simon Arblaster published
Ever wanted an OP-Z but just couldn't afford one? Then PMT has got you covered, but not for long
If, like me, you buy your own presents, these Reon Driftbox synths have come down so much in price that they could be the ideal Christmas gift for that synth-lover in your life
By Simon Arblaster published
They're such good value, but hurry as stocks won’t last
This Behringer synth deal is so good I’m going to buy one myself
By Simon Arblaster published
It’s such an obscenely low price that the MS-1 could be this year’s impulse buy
Thomann Black Friday 2024 deals: You can still save up to 70% today in Thomann's massive Cyberweek sale
By Chris Barnes last updated
There's an incredible selection of discounted gear in the Thomann Cyberweek sale - from Harley Benton and Yamaha, to Universal Audio and Boss. We're rounding up all the best deals as they happen, including Daily Deals and new additions
Now might be the best time to buy the Arturia Astrolab because you'll get V Collection X for absolutely free
By Simon Arblaster published
Have your cake and eat it. In-the-box and DAW-less jamming can be yours all at once
These are the best Korg synth deals at Sweetwater this Black Friday
By Simon Arblaster published
Prices slashed on the Modwave II, Minilogue XD, KingKorg Neo, Volcas and more
I’m terrible at finishing tracks but Oeksound soothe2 has always been one of my go-to tools for polishing a mix and now it is $70 off at Sweetwater
By Simon Arblaster published
Now’s the perfect time to upgrade to one of the best plugins for clarifying problematic recordings
"This might be the most affordable guitar from Strandberg, but you wouldn’t notice": Strandberg Boden Essential review
By Simon Arblaster published
Want to get into the headless game but are wary of spending big? Strandberg just might have the gateway drug for you
The history of Korg in 21 synths: Inside Korg's new London museum
By Si Truss published
Take a trip through of Korg's most influential synths with our video tour of the new Korg Gallery exhibition
Best laptop for music production 2024: Portable computers for musicians, producers and DJs
By Simon Arblaster last updated
Our experts have rounded up and tested the finest options from Apple, Acer, Dell and more to help you make music whenever and wherever you like
“The beauty of Anti is that it is way more than just a 5150 emulation”: Universal Audio Anti 1992 High Gain Amp pedal
By Simon Arblaster published
Universal Audio finally gets into the high-gain game – and about time
Best audio interface 2024: For home recording, podcasting, and streaming - tested by experts
By Matt McCracken last updated
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
AlphaTheta brings its A-game with the new all-in-one XDJ-AZ controller
By Simon Arblaster published
The outgoing XZ controller makes way for improved compatibility and much more
Alpha Theta releases new DDJ-GRV6 controller
By Simon Arblaster published
Remixing just got a whole lot easier with the new Groove Circuit and Stems FX controls
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