Computer Music
BITWIG STUDIO 8-TRACK GIVEAWAY
Fancy getting yourself a fully-featured DAW absolutely free? Then read on...
1 min |
August 2023
Computer Music
Apple Logic Pro for iPad - £4.99/$4.99 per month iPAD
Apple has finally brought its flagship DAW to the iPad domain. Is this the next logical progression for the computer-based musician?
7 min |
August 2023
Computer Music
JOAN
With millions of streams, a blossoming global fanbase and a knack for gleaming pop production, Arkansas duo joan are poised to become a very big thing. We caught up with the pair on the heels of their debut album superglue's release to learn more about their home studio working methods and how they've cultivated organic fame
10 min |
August 2023
MacFormat UK
Don't miss these QUICK FIXES!
As a rule, Apple kit is reassuringly reliable, but it's easy to get bewildered when you hit an issue. Fortunately, we've got a round-up of easy Mac, iPhone and iPad remedies for you
10+ min |
July 2023
MacFormat UK
Mac malware on the rise?
The bad guys are coming for your Apple devices - we find out why
4 min |
July 2023
MacFormat UK
Crave
THE GEAR WE'RE LUSTING AFTER
2 min |
July 2023
MacFormat UK
Apple's 'pro' apps finally arrive on iPad
Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro available for a monthly fee
2 min |
July 2023
Computer Music
Spectrasonics Twisted Trees Sonic Extension
If you go down to the woods today, you'll be surprised to find a sounddesigner not so much hugging trees as hitting and twisting them!
3 min |
July 2023
Computer Music
Toontrack EZKeys Synthwave & EZX Expansion
Want your track to sound like it was birthed in the technicolor 80s? Toontrack are on hand, transporting us to when synths ruled the waves
3 min |
July 2023
Computer Music
Sonora Cinematic Harmonic Bloom
Bloom is all about extracting harmonics and chaotic waveforms based on noise... but fortunately, it's a lot better than that sounds
3 min |
July 2023
Computer Music
MANON GRANDJEAN
From working to bring Stormzy's decade-defining debut to life to switching tracks from studio engineer to mixing specialist, Manon Grandjean's expertise has been widely acclaimed by the industry. Following a trio of MPG Award wins, Manon is now keen to expand her career into new areas. We caught up with Manon to learn more about her studio work, and glean some insight on how to make it as a mix engineer...
10 min |
July 2023
Computer Music
JMG Sound Retronaut
Promising to infuse the crackle of yesteryear into your tracks, Retronaut goes beyond its lo-fi headline to deliver thrilling sound-shaping abilities
4 min |
July 2023
Computer Music
Digit Music Cmpsr
A hardware controller that merges accessibility, music, and gaming practices into something everybody can use.... with a very large joystick!
3 min |
July 2023
Computer Music
Gain staging
Being in control of your levels is a vital aspect of mixing, but how should we approach this when mixing in the box?
2 min |
July 2023
Computer Music
Make a Gorillaz-style synth string patch
This month, we use a retro sound in an über-contemporary setting, as our synth strings get the Gorillaz treatment
2 min |
July 2023
Computer Music
ARRANGE TRACKS LIKE A PRO
Taking the time to work up your sketches into fully-fledged tracks can be a tricky process. That's why it's important to understand how an effective arrangement works to take listeners on a journey...
10+ min |
July 2023
Computer Music
15 questions with...Tom Salta
Not content with being one of the video game industry's most acclaimed composers, Tom Salta has turned his attention to plugin development, with the wonderful Auto-Bounce taking the sting out of finalising Logic productions. We spoke to Tom about this life-saving new tool and what motivates his creativity....
9 min |
July 2023
Computer Music
15 questions with...Suki Sou
Musician, sound designer and radio presenter Suki Sou may have a studio full of bespoke hardware and software that denotes a precision-based mindset, but she’s also big on adaptability. And her music – influenced by everyone from Raymond Scott to Joanna Brouk, Aphex Twin to Teresa Teng – puts that multifaceted approach on show
9 min |
July 2023
Computer Music
W.A. Production KSHMR Reverb
Globally acclaimed music producer KSHMR collaborates with W.A. Production to deliver his first reverb plugin with many distinctive features
3 min |
July 2023
Computer Music
Image-Line FL Studio 21
FL Studio 21 is not celebrating a birthday, as the previous version did, but is introducing some significant additions to this most popular of DAWS
3 min |
July 2023
Computer Music
Cherry Audio Mercury-6
Cherry Audio's latest softsynth arrives from the orbit of Mercury, with vintage stimulus from one of the biggest gas giants of them all
3 min |
July 2023
Computer Music
Polyverse Supermodal
By using 27 models - ranging from physical bodies to maths formulae Supermodal could well be the filter you didn't know you need
3 min |
July 2023
MacFormat UK
APP OF THE MONTH - Planny 8 Free (offers IAPs)
Organise your day with the help of AI
1 min |
June 2023
MacFormat UK
Nanoleaf Sense+ Controls
Nanoleaf's funky lights are a popular way to get creative with your home lighting setup.
1 min |
June 2023
MacFormat UK
IK Multimedia iRig Stream Mic Pro
Flexible recording for your Mac, iPhone or iPad
2 min |
June 2023
MacFormat UK
Power up your Mac
Your Mac is a powerful beast but, with our help, you can make it more powerful still. With our guide, you can eke out every ounce of power
10+ min |
June 2023
MacFormat UK
Apple's headset worries
Device shown off to executives, but internal concerns are growing
1 min |
June 2023
MacFormat UK
Marshall Middleton
Portable Bluetooth speaker with a big rock sound
2 min |
June 2023
MacFormat UK
TECH FOR THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Arm yourself with the best gadgets for a breath of fresh air
6 min |
June 2023
MacFormat UK
APPLE CORE Opinion - MATT BOLTON...
THINKS THAT TIM COOK'S VISION FOR AUGMENTED REALITY IS MORE BORING THAN META'S, AND THAT'S WHY IT MIGHT WORK
2 min |