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Best portable PA systems 2026: Lightweight and mobile PA solutions for musicians and events
Easily transportable sound solutions from the likes of Bose, LD Systems, Roland, Mackie for bands, buskers and more
We meet the people using test equipment to make music
Curious about how to make music with raw oscillators and other pieces of exotic Cold War-era test equipment? Don your lab coat and find out how you can incorporate old gear into your own productions. Just beware of high voltage
"His son actually cleared the sample": James Blake on sampling Leonard Cohen for Death of Love
A highlight from recent album Trying Times, the song also features a sampled recreation of the Titanic's Morse code SOS signal
How Khun Narin pioneered Thai sound system rock using former US military loudspeakers
The story of how a community band from rural Thailand reclaimed the relics of conflict to reinvent traditional folk music for a global audience
“I can’t stand it – it feels like a cheap psychological trick”: How negative marketing in music production is destroying creativity
Ever seen a video that convinced you "your mix sucks"? Brands and influencers are chasing engagement by telling amateurs their music isn't good enough – but this anxiety-inducing messaging can damage confidence as it drives clicks
“A strong update overall that introduces many features to boost your creativity and streamline your workflow”: Steinberg Cubase 15 review
Steinberg brings a host of tweaks and additions to Cubase 15, but will they satisfy new and existing users alike?
"A compelling and well-rounded entry-level piano that prioritises accessibility and sound quality over features": Kawai CX102 digital piano review
I find out if the new replacement for Kawai’s KDP-75 is a simple rebrand or a step forward
DAWs for DJs, rotary mixers and the world's first standalone motorized controller: 5 of the coolest pieces of gear we saw at Thomann's DJ Days
We ventured out to rural Germany to check out the latest and greatest in DJ controllers, mixers, software and more at the European gear retailer's DJ-focused trade show
Best microphones for recording 2026: My top studio mics for instruments, vocals and more
These are the best recording microphones whether you're recording a podcast at home or working in a studio on proper productions
Best digital pianos 2026: I'm a professional piano and music gear reviewer, and these are my top picks
With a decade of experience selling and reviewing pianos, these are my recommendations for the very best digital pianos from Kawai, Yamaha, Roland, Casio, and Korg at all price points - including full reviews and video demos