MacFormat UK
GENIUS TIPS
Am I wearing out my M1 Mac’s SSD?
3 min |
June 2023
MacFormat UK
WWDC: Everything we expect to see
Mixed reality headset, a new Mac Pro, and more
3 min |
June 2023
Computer Music
The future of (free) software
More software has become free or so cheap that you might wonder how long people will be willing to pay for it. While we’re pondering, just what do those new subscription models mean for us all? Time to look ahead…
6 min |
June 2023
Computer Music
Modulating gates on synth pads
Gating a pad has long been considered a classic effect. Adding real-time control takes pad-gating to the next level!
4 min |
June 2023
Computer Music
Steinberg HALion 7
Steinberg's do-everything sample-based instrument now does a lot more, is easier on the eye and, importantly, is a lot easier to grapple with
3 min |
June 2023
Computer Music
GForce Software Minimonsta2
What's that coming over the hill? It's the latest incarnation of the Moog Model D from soft-synth pioneers GForce Software...
3 min |
June 2023
Computer Music
15 questions with...Gryffin
With millions of YouTube and Spotify streams, and successful collaborations with Maroon 5, Carly Rae Jepsen and One Republic under his belt, there’s no stopping the meteoric rise of US producer and songwriter Gryffin. Here he describes how going from AC/DC to deadmau5 and classical piano to Ableton Live helped him launch his bid for Spotify superstardom
7 min |
June 2023
Computer Music
BUILD YOUR ALL-NEW FREE STUDIO
No, it's not just another freeware roundup of titles you've seen in countless 'best of' lists before. This time we're ditching the old guard, going for quality rather than quantity, and looking at some of the newest and most exciting freeware releases around and how to use them in your music productions. And all for free, of course!
10+ min |
June 2023
Computer Music
MAKING IMMERSIVE LONDON WITH ARK360⁰
Are you ready for a post-stereo world? For the Immersive London project, spatial experts ARK360° took a host of emerging Londonbased artists on a quest to expand their understanding of immersive sound. The results, as heard on a new compilation, may serve as an example to the rest of us...
9 min |
June 2023
Computer Music
Audient EVO SP8
Audient call SP8 the world’s ‘smartest mic preamp’, which might not set your heart racing, but it could also be the desktop expander you need
3 min |
June 2023
Computer Music
Rhodes V8
The Rhodes is back! The new Mk8 electric piano is now joined by the V8 software, with plenty of surprises under the virtual Rhodes lid
3 min |
June 2023
Computer Music
Bundles of free fun
Last time we looked at freeware, we suggested a bunch of different bundles for different uses, so here's a recap, plus some you can download in one go
10+ min |
June 2023
Computer Music
15 questions with...Chace
As the first Chinese DJ to play Tomorrowland, Chace has already broken ground in the world of EDM. He has also been compared to The Weeknd and Disclosure. Oh and Justin Bieber, but let's not go there. However, his producer destiny might not have been fulfilled had he not started 'messing around with a computer' when he was younger...
9 min |
May 2023
MacFormat UK
Belkin iPhone Mount with MagSafe
A desktop mount for Continuity Camera calls
2 min |
May 2023
MacFormat UK
Asustor Lockerstor 2 Gen2 AS6702T
Network storage and plenty more on offer
2 min |
May 2023
MacFormat UK
Create Apple Music playlists
Enjoy top-quality tunes wherever you go by creating your own soundtrack
3 min |
May 2023
MacFormat UK
Switch views on Apple Watch
Watch faces aren't the only way you can customise your Apple Watch
3 min |
May 2023
MacFormat UK
HOW IT WORKS VR headsets
With rumours of Apple entering the arena, we explore current VR headsets
5 min |
May 2023
MacFormat UK
iPhone 15 rumours: What we know so far
New chips, colours, ports and much more
2 min |
May 2023
MacFormat UK
DaVinci Resolve for iPad
Pro-level video editing and VFX on your iPad
2 min |
May 2023
MacFormat UK
Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Slim Hub
A second-gen compact hub with 60W pass-through charging
2 min |
May 2023
MacFormat UK
Netgear Orbi RBK863
A seriously fast mesh Wi-Fi system for larger homes and businesses
2 min |
May 2023
MacFormat UK
Urbanista Phoenix
Solar-powered earphones have their compromises
2 min |
May 2023
MacFormat UK
54 AMAZING HACKS For Mac, iPhone & iPad
The flexibility of what you can do with your Apple gear is amazing. Apple kit is so versatile; there’s all sorts of things you can achieve with a Mac, iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch. And that’s what this article’s all about.
10+ min |
May 2023
MacFormat UK
iPad Pro vs MacBook Air
Apple’s hardware line-up is getting increasingly confusing. Charlotte Henry tries to unpick it all
6 min |
May 2023
MacFormat UK
THE BEST MAC WEBCAMS UNDER £130
Look your best without breaking the bank
7 min |
May 2023
MacFormat UK
Samsung ViewFinity S9
> Apple’s Studio Display is an excellent monitor, but Samsung reckons it can do better with its ViewFinity S9. Right from the off, it’s clear that Samsung is aiming squarely at Apple.
1 min |
May 2023
MacFormat UK
The complete guide to CarPlay
From route directions to entertainment, Apple’s CarPlay puts you in the driving seat. Here’s how it works…
9 min |
May 2023
Computer Music
Create classic Depeche Mode sounds
This month, to celebrate the new Depeche Mode album, Memento Mori, we take a look back at some of the band's classic sounds and sequences: from See You to, yes, The Last Of Us!
5 min |
May 2023
Computer Music
The composer's core toolkit
With such a massive array of soundtrack-aimed products out there, it can be tricky to know how to start. From expansive orchestral libraries, malleable atmosphere-carvers and thunderous impact engines, let us guide you through some of the best big-screen tailored tools around...
10+ min |