Siren Audio Generative 2
Last month saw a raft of new reviews of everything from plugins, to monitoring systems, audio interfaces, iPad apps and signature software.
All of the following reviews were originally published in Future Music and Computer Music magazines and featured on the site throughout July. First in the queue, it's Siren Audio's Generative 2...
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"Generative 2's various foibles limit its appeal, but those who love obscure tools may find it diverting and even useful."
3 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Siren Audio Generative 2 review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
Zynaptiq Morph 2
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"Morph 2 might take a toll on your system, but it's powerful, beautiful and unique-sounding. If you can afford it, get it."
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Zynaptiq Morph 2 review
BUY: Zynaptiq Morph 2 currently available from:
US: Sweetwater
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
Waves Butch Vig Vocals
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"A top plugin from a top producer, Butch Vig Vocals is a one-stop shop for rock and pop frequency and dynamics processing."
4 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Waves Butch Vig Vocals review
BUY: Waves Butch Vig Vocals currently available from:
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
PSP Audioware MasterQ2
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"Version 2 of PSP's professional EQ plugin is full of new features and enhancements, and it still sounds phenomenal."
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: PSP Audioware MasterQ2 review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
Exponential Audio Excalibur
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"With its new-school take on the old-school multieffects concept, Excalibur is a refreshing effort - and it sounds awesome!"
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Exponential Audio Excalibur review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
Output Audio Signal
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"Signal is dramatic and powerful, and limitless in rhythmic potential."
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Output Audio Signal review
BUY: Output Audio Signal currently available from:
UK: Thomann
US: Sweetwater
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
Sugar Bytes Cyclop iPad Edition
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"We love it every bit as much on iPad, where it feels perfectly at home."
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Sugar Bytes Cyclop iPad Edition review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
Sonarworks Reference 3
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"Reference 3 offers a truly effective route to improved speaker and headphone clarity, and it's also brilliantly simple to use."
4 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Sonarworks Reference 3 review
BUY: Sonarworks Reference 3 currently available from:
UK: Thomann
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
Audient iD14
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"Combining sumptuous audio quality with a great collection of extras, the iD14 is excellent value."
5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Audient iD14 review
BUY: Audient iD14 currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
Apogee Ensemble Thunderbolt
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"A stunning sounding interface with flexible I/O, clear front-panel control and low latency recording."
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Apogee Ensemble Thunderbolt review
BUY: Apogee Ensemble Thunderbolt currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
Image-Line FL Studio 12
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"Feature-packed and gorgeous, FL Studio 12 sees a leap forward in the design and usability of this hugely popular PC DAW."
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Image-Line FL Studio 12 review
BUY: Image-Line FL Studio 12 currently available from:
UK: Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
Spectrasonics Omnisphere 2
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"Omnisphere 2 is an absolute triumph of virtual instrument design, perfect for those looking to create exciting new sounds."
5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Spectrasonics Omnisphere 2 review
BUY: Spectrasonics Omnisphere 2 currently available from:
UK: Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
Korg/littleBits Synth Pro Expansion Pack
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"The new modules add a whole extra layer of creative potential to the Korg/littleBits set-up."
4 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Korg/littleBits Synth Pro Expansion Pack review
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
Zoom Q8 Handy Video Recorder
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"A practical addition to your gigbag to record both audio and visuals."
3.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Zoom Q8 Handy Video Recorder review
BUY: Zoom Q8 Handy Video Recorder currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
HoRNet Channel Strip MK3
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"ChannelStrip MK3 sounds lovely, benefits from two dynamics modules, and is well- priced - but there are a few omissions."
3.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: HoRNet Channel Strip MK3 review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
zplane Elastique Pitch 2
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"Top-quality pitch-shifting and countless creative options make this a winner."
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: zplane Elastique Pitch 2 review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
Kush Audio Clariphonic DSP mkII
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"It's not an EQ in the conventional sense, but Clariphonic DSP mkII is quasi-magical in its sweetening and enhancing powers."
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Kush Audio Clariphonic DSP mkII review
BUY: Kush Audio Clariphonic DSP mkII currently available from:
US: Sweetwater
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
Sonic Charge Echobode
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"Wild, weird and most definitely wonderful, we couldn't be happier to see Echobode unchained from Reason and bestowed upon users of other hosts. Get it today."
5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Sonic Charge Echobode review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
Wide Blue Sound Orbit
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"For textures, soundscapes and rhythm beds, Orbit sounds phenomenal, programs intuitively, and is worth every penny."
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Wide Blue Sound Orbit review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
Impact Soundworks Pearl Concert Grand
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"Pearl Concert Grand sounds lovely and plays well, holding its own against competing pianos costing considerably more. Well played, Impact Soundworks."
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Impact Soundworks Pearl Concert Grand review
(Originally reviewed in Computer Music)
MunroSonic Egg 100 Monitoring System
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"Stunning visually and sonically, the Egg 100 package isn't cheap, but sets the bar for compact nearfields."
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: MunroSonic Egg 100 Monitoring System review
BUY: MunroSonic Egg 100 Monitoring System currently available from:
UK: Thomann | Gear4Music
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
Korg Electribe Sampler
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"Not the perfect sampling solution, but fun to use and a creative alternative to the ever-present DAW."
4 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Korg Electribe Sampler review
BUY: Korg Electribe Sampler currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
Roland JD-XA Synth
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"The JD-XA is unique and inspiring and wears many hats admirably. Time to get saving!"
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Roland JD-XA Synth review
BUY: Roland JD-XA Synth currently available from:
UK: Andertons Music | Thomann | Gear4Music | DV247
US: Sweetwater | Full Compass
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
Genelec 8000 Series SAM Monitors
MusicRadar’s verdict:
"Genelec's all in one monitoring package offers all you need for monitoring nirvana."
4.5 out of 5
FULL REVIEW: Genelec 8000 Series SAM Monitors review
(Originally reviewed in Future Music)
