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Superbooth 2026: all the latest synth news from Berlin - LIVE!
Knob tweakers, assemble! Europe's most exciting synth showcase is upon us
Our lost interview with Kraftwerk’s Wolfgang Flür gives rare insight into the band's internal conflicts
Back in 2007, we caught up with Kraftwerk’s former rhythmic robot, who had much to share about the fraught relationship with the band that defined electronic music
Why Mackie’s Thumpv4 loudspeakers are a live music gamechanger
Sponsor Content Created With Mackie
Whether you’re a seasoned live music professional or just starting to build an audience, Mackie’s new Thumpv4 loudspeakers will ensure that every gig lands with the perfect impact
Get a FREE Bitwig 6 8-Track license exclusively with MusicRadar (Giveaway over)
To mark this week’s release of the latest version of Bitwig Studio, we’re offering MusicRadar readers a limited supply of codes for the 8-Track version of the DAW. But be quick!
25 recording tips and tricks everyone should know
Get better takes in the studio and on the stage, with our essential advice for producers and DIY music-makers
The 30 best song intros of all time
Start as you mean to go on. Welcome to our definitive list of the greatest track openings ever
Grab a whole lot of plugins for a bargain price: These are the Cyber Monday software bundle deals not to miss
Get discounts on your discounts with these cut-price plugin collections on Cyber Monday
3 ways to use Oeksound Bloom in a mix: Why this dynamic tone shaper might be your new go-to effect
Sponsored by Oeksound
From the makers of Soothe, Bloom combines the best of EQ, compressor and saturation tools in one easy-to-use plugin
Hone your rock rhythm timing in 20-minutes with this guitar workout
Sharpen your timing, dexterity and picking, and learn a few new chords too with our quick rhythm guitar workout
Free music samples: download loops, hits and multis from SampleRadar
UPDATED: free drum 'n' bass, hip-hop, dubstep, house, techno sample packs and more
My favourite album of the year: MusicRadar’s writers name their top records of 2023
Here’s what we’ve been listening to most over the past 12 months
SampleRadar: 165 free euphoric trance samples
Revisit the heyday of '90s rave with the latest free sample pack from SampleRadar
SampleRadar: 260 free microloopers samples
We run drums, synths and FX through three microlooper pedals for the latest edition of SampleRadar
SampleRadar: 520 rimshot samples
Okay, technically, they're sidestick samples... but who cares when they sound this rim-arkable?
SampleRadar: 155 free sample-based synth samples
SampleRadar's sample synth sample pack serves up a stunning selection of sample-based synth sounds. Try saying that three times in a row
SampleRadar: 244 free big impact samples
Impact sounds are an essential part of today's electronic music landscape, serving as a way of adding instant interest to tracks.
SampleRadar: 202 free analogue dirt samples
Get down and dirty with this selection of fuzzy, filthy and downright distorted loops and one-shots
SampleRadar: 587 free new age synths samples
Break out the healing crystals and get in lotus position, it's time to get weird
SampleRadar: 310 free melodic drum samples
This collection of loops made with tuned drums could make interesting lead and bass lines in your next project
NAMM 2011: Tascam TA-1VP vocal processor features Auto-Tune
Rackmounted unit contains Antares technology
Gear4Music 3/4 Electric-ST Guitar
With a solid range of sounds and an impressive price to boot, this is a great-value axe for the younger player in your life
Archer 3/4-size professional double bass
If you're looking for a professional-level instrument, this is a decent offering for a reasonable price
