Music Production Forum

Here's a look at how to use the vintage Commodore Amiga 500 computer as an effects pedal.… Read More How To Use The Amiga 500 As An Effects PedalView the full article

While Tangerine Dream used massive modular systems to to create many of their sounds, Hayes uses a compact rig, centered around inexpensive Behringer gear.… Read More Recreating Classic Tangerine Dream Berlin School Music On A Eurorack Modular SynthesizerView the full article

According to Vongon, the Replay is "Designed to embody vintage character, while utilizing modernity and versatility of form."… Read More Vongon Replay 6-Voice Polyphonic SynthesizerView the full article

In this video, Elektron guru Matthew Piecora (aka EZBOT) demonstrates how he uses the Octatrack as a performance mixer, using his custom template.… Read More Using The Elektron Octatrack As A Performance MixerView the full article

In 1970, Tonus released their first catalog, which included details of the 2500, with a detailed explanation for each production module, including more than a dozen modules that never made it into production. … Read More Recreating The ‘Lost’ ARP 2500 Modules In Eurorack FormatView the full article

SampleScience has introduced two new products: 808 Bass Revolution and Sky Piano:… Read More SampleScience Intros 808 Bass Revolution, Sky PianoView the full article

Akai Professional has officially introduced MPC Stems, an advanced feature for its MPC desktop software that lets you 'unmix' audio to craft acapellas, isolate bass lines, and extract drum grooves.… Read More Akai Professional MPC Stems Now Available, Letting You ‘Unmix’ Samples For Your MPCView the full article

SideRack is a new system that lets you integrate iOS plugins running on your iPad or iPhone with your Mac DAW.… Read More SideRack Lets You Integrate iOS Plugins With Your DAWView the full article

Today Roland announced the GO:KEYS 3 and GO:KEYS 5 Music Creation Keyboards, two portable instruments “filled with intuitive tools for learning and enjoying music.” These keyboards unlock a simple new approach to making music, encouraging users to explore sounds and ideas in the moment, with no previous experience required. As the user’s skills develop, deeper… Read More Roland Introduces Two New Portable Keyboards: GO:KEYS 3 and GO:KEYS 5View the full article

Playtime Engineering, the company behind the Blipblox line of toy-like instruments for ages three and older, has announced the upcoming launch of Blipblox myTRACKS. Combining the colorful aesthetics and safety of a kids’ toy with the sounds and style of a hip-hop-inspired groovebox, Blipblox myTRACKS brings the joy of making music to anyone, anywhere. A… Read More Blipblox Debuts myTRACKS, A Kid’s Toy-Like MPC-Inspired GrooveboxView the full article

Music Hackspace, The MIDI Association, and NAMM have opened submissions for the 2024 MIDI Innovation Awards, a showcase for music innovation using MIDI. MIDI has been at the center of music technology innovation since 1983, and MIDI 2.0 is poised to build on MIDI 1.0’s global success. To further MIDI’s development and artistic impact, the… Read More Submissions Now Open for 2024 MIDI Innovation AwardsView the full article

Latest version introduces an AI-powered stem separation option and productivity enhancements while maintaining affordability and ease of use. Acoustica has released Mixcraft 10.5, an update to its popular Windows audio workstation software for music creators. The latest version features an AI-powered stem separation option and productivity enhancements, all while maintaining affordability and ease of use.… Read More Acoustica Releases Mixcraft 10.5, an Innovative DAW Update for Music CreatorsView the full article

The Elyra is a modern synth that is played like a guitar or bass.… Read More The Elyra Is Like A Crossover Between A Synth And A Guitar Or BassView the full article

Organizers of ContinuuCon 2024, the sixth international Haken Continuum conference, have announced that the event will feature a panel discussion focusing on the synths of Hans Zimmer's Dune 2 soundtrack.… Read More The Unique Synths Of Dune 2 To Be Featured At ContinuuCon 2024View the full article

SynthCube has announced that it has acquired Mod Wiggler, a popular synth forum.… Read More SynthCube Acquires Mod Wiggler Synth ForumView the full article

Noise Engineering has announced Opp Ned, a 4-channel arpeggiator for Eurorack modular systems.… Read More Noise Engineering Intros Opp Ned, A 4-channel Eurorack ArpeggiatorView the full article

Aodyo Instruments has launched a Kickstarter campaign for Loom, a new multidimensional MPE MIDI controller.… Read More Aodyo Instruments Launches LOOM Multidimensional MPE MIDI ControllerView the full article

Befaco has announced three new modules, the Pony VCF, Octaves VCO and MIDI Thing V2 for Eurorack modular systems.… Read More New Befaco VCO, VCF & MIDI ModulesView the full article

Ectoplastic Lab has 'fundamentally updated' their Mazetools sound and music apps, adding motion-tracking features that let you control sound and music with gestures and body movements.… Read More Mazetools Updates Let You Synthesize With Body MovementsView the full article

Combobulator is a real-time generative AI instrument, powered by custom 'Artist Brains', created in collaboration with a wide range of 'donor musicians'.… Read More New AI-Based Virtual Instrument, Combobulator, Features Ethically Sourced, ‘Farm To Table’ Artist BrainsView the full article

The event features a trade show, presentations, tutorials, live performances and more.… Read More Synthfest Returns To Nantes, France, April 19 – 21 2024View the full article

Roland has announced the RD-08, a new entry-level model in the long-running RD stage piano series for performing musicians. Roland’s most affordable RD to date delivers no-compromise sound and playability for professional gigging, along with versatile sounds, an intuitive interface, and onboard stereo speakers for self-contained operation. And with the upgradeable design, users can add… Read More Roland Announces RD-08 Stage PianoView the full article

Composer, guitarist and electronic music gear pioneer Roger Linn recently shared this hands-on demo of the LinnStrument, an expressive MIDI controller for musical performance.… Read More LinnStrument Hands-On Demo With Creator Roger LinnView the full article

In the pulsating world of Electronic Dance Music (EDM), the bassline is more than just a musical component; it's the heartbeat of every track. A powerful bass can elevate a track from good to unforgettable, resonating with audiences both physically and emotionally. This post delves into the techniques and tools for harnessing the power of bass in EDM production. View the full article

The second season of the Composers & Computers podcast has launched, with an in-depth look at the work of jazz legend Stanley Jordan, and how his computer music studies at Princeton informed his unique approach to playing the guitar.… Read More Computer Music & Jazz Combine In The Work Of Guitarist Stanley JordanView the full article

Spitfire Audio has introduced Hearth and Hollow Folk Voices, a new virtual instrument that's designed to synthesize 'indie folk' voices.… Read More Spitfire Audio Intros Hearth And Hollow Folk Voices Vocal SynthesizerView the full article

Blaukraut has released Charlatan 3, a free virtual analog (VA) synthesizer, for Linux & Windows, with focus on sound quality and usability.… Read More Free Virtual Analog Synthesizer For Linux & Windows, Charlatan 3View the full article

The Heritage Modular synthesizer has been designed to mimic the typical look and feel of an early 1970s modular synthesizer, but with 8-voice polyphony and MIDI MPE support.… Read More Heritage Modular Synthesizer Combines Vintage Look With Digital TechnologyView the full article

The library features 400 expressive MPE presets for Kilohearts' Phase Plant plugin.… Read More Phase Plant Expressive Suite Features 400 MPE Presets For Osmose & Other MPE ControllersView the full article

While the arrangement gives a nod to Tangerine Dream's Steve Reich-inspired soundtrack for the film Risky Business, listeners may also hear echoes of the '70s Philip Glass piece, North Star.… Read More Live Synth Jam, ‘Cloud9’, Inspired By ’80s Tangerine DreamView the full article