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Sound design
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RAZOR at 10: Get to know ten essential tracks made with the additive classic
We trace a full decade of RAZOR's sonic signature – from the experimental underground to the top of the charts.
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Sinistarr selects his 5 favorite REAKTOR synths
The Detroit native talks us through the Factory Library classics underpinning his eclectic productions.
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RAZOR at 10: Creator Errorsmith reflects on a decade of dissonance
Discover the experimental origins of this powerhouse additive synth and pick up some pro tips on getting the most out…
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MSXII: Meet the sound designers behind LOFI GLOW, SOUL SESSIONS, and more
Founder Mike Simpson tells us why authenticity is key to mastering the art of sound curation.
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5 free (and unusual) vintage synthesizers for KONTAKT
Synths sounds getting stale? Stand out from the crowd with these pitch-perfect recreations of some overlooked treasures.
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Mangle and mutate everyday sounds into something special with these 5 free KONTAKT instruments
Uncover the secrets to sample manipulation with these sound design–friendly freebies.
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The sound of now: Exploring the sonic trends of this year’s GRAMMYs
We take a closer look at the defining sounds of the past year – and how you can recreate them…
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Baauer’s world gets looped, warped and stretched on Planet’s Mad
The Grammy-nominated NYC producer on the making of his sophomore album, his sample addiction, and mashing organic and digital to…
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Don’t miss this versatile, free MASSIVE X preset from São Paulo’s Badsista
The fast-rising Brazilian producer and DJ invites real-time knob twiddling with her intuitively macro-mapped patch.
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Download these free REAKTOR picks from rising electronic producer Azu Tiwaline
Discover the free synths and sound generators behind her unique blend of musical genres and traditions.
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5 free REAKTOR effects to make your vocals stand out from the crowd
Change up your vocal chain with these unique takes on studio staples like reverb, delay, and tape saturation.
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Sonic sculpting with ambient maestro Rafael Anton Irisarri
The New York composer dissects the processes, inspirations, and custom-built KONTAKT instruments behind his dark, textural soundscapes.