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The latest music tech tutorials from the experts at MusicRadar, including keyboards and synths, software and gadgets

By Dave Gale published 30 May 23

Get your fifths and ninths in order as we explore one of the most identifiable pad sounds around

By Si Truss published 19 May 23

Get to know the CV/Gate system, the pre-MIDI method that synths, sequencers and music tech gear uses to communicate

By Jon Musgrave published 19 May 23

Mixing might be mostly about using our ears, but there are other senses we can bring in too, specifically our eyes

By Si Truss published 5 May 23

Create interesting sounds from your return channels

By Andy Price published 27 April 23

Logic is one of the most versatile DAWs when it comes to composing music and sound for video content. Here's how to get started

By Jon Musgrave published 29 March 23

Choosing and adding reverbs can seem daunting, but this simple technique should get you up and running in no time at all

By Matt McCracken published 27 March 23

Follow our top tips to refresh your PC and improve your production workflow - all without spending a penny

By MusicRadar published 22 March 23

Capture reggaeton's unique fusion of Caribbean rhythms and Latin flavour

By Computer Music published 1 March 23

Apply audio glue to give your tracks cohesion and solidity

By Si Truss published 27 February 23

We bolster our guide to 15 essential synth sounds with one of the most useful patches in any synthesist's arsenal: synth strings