Algoriddim djay for iOS gets Shazam audio recognition and AUv3 plugin enhancements
New feature detects songs and loads them into the app so you can start mixing
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Latest music software news
Spiritbox guitarist Mike Stringer’s 13 tips for using guitar plugins
The Canadian metal band's stellar debut was recorded exclusively with Neural DSP plugins, and here Stringer takes a deep dive into how he uses them and what they can do for you
Superbooth 2021: Cherry Audio announces Jupiter-4 emulation, Mercury-4
The Mercury-4 has been "expertly modelled" on the vintage Jupiter-4 owned by Greg Hawkes of The Cars
VCV Rack 2.0 will offer VST plugin support, but not in the free version
Both a paid-for Studio Edition and an open-source Community Edition will be available
Studio hacks: 10 bullet-proof tactics for turning loops into finished tracks
Got a hard-drive full of 8-bar sketches that never quite get finished? Take some cues from our 10 productivity hacks
Get your waveforms in Shape with Audec’s free VST/AU plugin
A waveshaper/wavefolder for everyone
may.kit is a new musical social media platform for people who can’t make music
DAW-based producers might want to look away now
Audioshake says that its AI-powered stem separation technology is “the best in the industry”
Another breakthrough in 'demixing' technology?
Antares brings two classic vocal effects together as it introduces the Auto-Tune Vocodist plugin
20 vocoder models and Auto-Tune functionality under one roof
Latest music software tuition
5 powerfully creative distortion tools
Wreak sonic destruction with five of the best ways to distort, degrade and defile your audio
4 ways to glitch out your productions
We take a look at the core techniques involved in getting the uniquely glitchy sound of Skrillex, Autechre and KOAN Sound
How to build a MIDI sequencer in Max for Live
Build a MIDI sequencer from the ground up in Ableton's virtual programming environment
Songwriting basics: how to use repetition and variation to create melodic hooks
Repeating phrases doesn’t always make a song boring - in fact, the opposite can be true
Getting started with Native Instruments Guitar Rig 6
Discover the new gear and sonic possibilities in Native Instruments’ one-stop shop for amp and pedal simulation
How to create a PWM synth bass patch on a virtual Roland SH-101
Use Roland's Plug Out emulation to get your Pulse Width Modulation on
10 ways to become a better music producer (without spending any money)
If you've learnt the basics of your DAW but need fresh inspiration, read on
How to create a hefty synth bass patch on a virtual ARP Odyssey
Program an epic bass sound with GForce's ARP emulation Oddity
How to use Ableton Live's Note Chance feature to generate new musical ideas
Creating new ideas for chords and melodies can be challenging. This technique can help you find new ideas when you're stuck for inspiration
Latest music software reviews
Best Service Forest Kingdom 3 review
- £190
- $259
Sample library overlord Eduardo Tarilonte takes you by the hand and leads you down into a meticulously-crafted leafy kingdom of aural amazement
XILS-lab KaoX review
- €179
FM synthesis is associated with certain typical sounds, but maybe this new synth can expand that palette. Will you order some Kaox?
Tracktion Waveform Pro 11.5 review
- $259
Could this latest update tempt you to try or even buy this excellent DAW?
Orchestral Tools Tom Holkenborg’s Percussion review
- €299
Hot on the heels of a salvo of stunning soundtracks, the master of high-intensity scoring opens up more ingredients of his sonic arsenal
Toontrack Cinematic Pads - EZKeys Expansion pack review
- £129
- €155
With sound design running through its core, Toontrack’s latest visit to the flicks brings complex pads to a DAW near you!
Audio Imperia Solo review
- $299
With many orchestral libraries offering music en masse, Audio Imperia distills things to a singularity, going for virtuoso with Solo
EastWest Hollywood Orchestra OPUS Edition review
- $695+
Powered by a state-of-the-art new engine, EastWest’s refined orchestral suite aims to deliver total cinematic wonder right out of the box
Bitwig Studio 4 review
- €379
Bitwig Studio has always been an innovative and impressive DAW, but will version 4 bring it the audience it richly deserves?
Audiomodern Opacity II review
- £88.99
Craving expressive guitar textures, but lacking the nouse to conjure them? This suite presents a six-string universe ready to explore…
United Plugins Orbitron review
- £110
- $129
Providing an original method of effecting your sonics, Orbitron’s fresh concept conjures living, breathing modulation. Is it a hit?
