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“It’s hard to make ear protection sexy, but Minuendo has gone above and beyond the basics”: Minuendo Live review
By Chris Corfield published
Specialist live music earplugs promise to dampen the sound, but not the magic

Is Casio's 'recording studio in a boombox' the most bizarre music-making product of all time?
By Andy Jones published
Synth workstation? Karaoke machine? Recording studio in a ghetto blaster? Answer: all - and none - of the above…

The best new microphones, audio interfaces and mixers coming out in 2024
By Andy Jones published
GEAR EXPO 2024: The must-have studio gear coming your way this year

The most exciting new samplers, grooveboxes and drum machines for 2024
By Andy Jones published
GEAR EXPO 2024: These all-in-one production wonders can handle beats, chords and melodies, and all without a computer in sight

The 8 most innovative new music making gadgets of 2024
By Andy Jones published
GEAR EXPO 2024: These must-have production wonders will have your eyes widening and your hands reaching for your wallets

10 years of the Korg Volca: Every synth, drum machine and sampler ranked from best to worst
By Si Truss published
VIDEO: Korg's compact and affordable instruments go head-to-head. Which you should buy?

22 non-musical upgrades to boost comfort, productivity and completely transform your home studio
By Chris Corfield published
From smart lighting to bespoke furniture, these vibe-enhancing upgrades will enhance your space and focus your creativity

NAMM 2024: "We've fired up the first complete prototype - what an amazing moment": Behringer delivers updates on some of its biggest synth and drum machine projects
By Andy Jones published
The latest news on Roland, Oberheim and Casio-a-like synths and drum machines from our favourite clone trooper
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