macOS Catalina, the next release of Apple Mac operating software, dramatically tightens security and removes 32-bit compatibility, unfortunately resulting in music software incompatibilities that will require updates. Apple’s never been one to shy away from extensive changes that have a dramatic impact on software compatibility.
In the not too distant past, Propellerhead shook up the computer based music production world with the news that Reason 9.5 would be adding VST plugin support, a move somewhat antithetical to their initial design philosophy as a one stop, self-contained environment emphasising flexibility and
Side-chain compression is a technique that’s featured on hundreds of tracks throughout the last 2 decades. It’s an approach that is known for producing that ‘pumping’ sound in many forms of electronic music, most commonly heard on bass lines. It’s a very useful tool for
For a lot of us, our first experiences recording a song idea at home would have been to cassette. The world of the Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) was less the norm with the simplicity of hitting record on a cassette deck being the best kind
You’d be forgiven for thinking that the Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32 is a 32 mini-key version of the Komplete Kontrol A-series keyboards because that’s exactly what it is. With its identical features, this controller mirrors all aspects of the Komplete Kontrol A-series, minus the
From Teenage Engineering, Korg, Arturia and Behringer showcasing a range of synthesisers and modular gear, to Akai’s FORCE being heralded as a replacement for the laptop and DAW – NAMM 2019 had it all. Here’s a choice collection of new synths, controllers and gear we expect
The good folk over at Ableton has just announced the latest update to Ableton Live, with the soon to be released 10.1 that adds user wavetables, new devices, workflow upgrades, VST3 support and more. From what we can tell Ableton Live 10.1 certainly expands the
Continuing their message of accessibility, Native Instruments announced at last week’s NAMM show Komplete Start – a free introductory version of their acclaimed Komplete 12 instrument and sound library which features 15 pro-grade synths and sampled instruments, plus effects, loops, and samples. This announcement came alongside
Announced at Messe last spring, Studiologic’s new 9-fader MIDI and DAW controller SL Mixface is making its debut at NAMM 2019. This is a complete MIDI and DAW Controller device is certainly a uniquely versatile tool that is fully programmable for software and hardware instruments
After weeks of leaked photos and info doing the rounds on the internet, Akai puts the rumours to rest with their announcement of FORCE – A standalone production workstation which features “Ableton Push” style workflow, whilst providing musicians of all disciplines DAW-centric capability. It’s something