Emily Foster
Emily lives in Brighton, a city whose eclectic, anything-goes scene suits her restless taste perfectly, and cut her teeth writing about the electronic acts passing through its clubs and seaside festivals. She likes music that doesn't sit still. She writes about electronic music, festivals and new sounds.
Articles by Emily Foster
Novation Circuit Tracks: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A practical buyer's guide to the Novation Circuit Tracks — whether it matches your workflow, how it compares to alternatives, and what the true cost of a complete setup is.
Common Arturia Midi Keyboard Mistakes to Avoid
Most Arturia setup issues come from the same handful of mistakes. Here is what they are and how to avoid them, so your first session goes smoothly.
Everything You Need to Know About Cdj 2000
Two decks, one jog wheel each, and a rekordbox workflow that changed clubbing for good — here's everything the CDJ-2000 brings to the booth.
Common Modular Synth Modules Mistakes to Avoid
Some rack mistakes just cost you a laugh. Others cost real money. Here's the rundown of the ones actually worth dodging.
Common Reason Studios Mistakes to Avoid
Most Reason Studios problems come from misunderstanding which version you have, skipping the rear-panel cable view, and overcomplicating the rack before mastering the basics.
A Guide to Reaper Daw
REAPER has built one of the most loyal followings in home and professional recording. Here's what the software actually does, and why it works so differently to the rest.
Everything You Need to Know About Reloop Dj Controller
Reloop DJ controllers deliver professional build quality and intuitive control at affordable prices. Explore their range, features and how to choose the right model for your needs.
49 Key Midi Keyboard: A Complete Guide
A 49 key MIDI keyboard hits the sweet spot between portability and playability. Here is everything you need to know about why four octaves is the most common choice for electronic producers.
Common Ableton Mistakes to Avoid
Loop-only producers, browser-ignorers, CPU-crashers — the four most common avoidable mistakes in Live, with specific fixes for each.
Rekordbox for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A reassuring, step-by-step first session with rekordbox for total beginners — no club hardware required, just a laptop and some music you love.
Synth Pop Subgenres, Explained
Someone says synthwave, someone else says electropop — here's the actual family tree, sorted branch by branch so you can tell them apart.
Midi Foot Controller Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A MIDI foot controller puts patch-switching, expression control and live performance automation under your feet — this guide explains how they work, what types exist and what to look for.
Everything You Need to Know About Analog Mixing Console Plugin
Analog console plugins emulate classic mixing consoles, bringing warmth and professional character to your digital audio workstation without the cost of hardware.
Reaper Daw for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Staring at REAPER's screen full of buttons? Here's the no-panic version of getting started, with the five things you actually need to know on day one.
The Ultimate Guide to Midi Controllers
A MIDI controller makes zero sound on its own. Here's what it actually does, the different flavours you'll find, and how it all talks to your setup.
Rekordbox: A Complete Buyer's Guide
What to check before you subscribe to rekordbox — your hardware, the right tier for how you DJ, and the mistakes worth avoiding.
Novation Circuit Tracks for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A step-by-step guide to getting started with the Novation Circuit Tracks — recording drums, programming synth lines, adjusting sounds with macros, and saving your work.
Pioneer Ddj Flx4 for Beginners: A Complete Guide
From unboxing to your first blend — a calm, step-by-step route through your first session on the Pioneer DDJ-FLX4.
Logic Pro Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Logic Pro is a professional digital audio workstation for macOS, used for recording, MIDI sequencing, mixing, and composition. Here is what it offers and who it is for.
Dj Booth for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Staring at facades, flight cases and truss rigs and wondering what you actually need? Here's the genuinely simple version of getting started.
Common Serato Dj Mistakes to Avoid
None of these are dramatic disasters - they're the small, avoidable slip-ups that turn a smooth set into a stressful one. Here's what actually trips people up.
Common Ableton Move Mistakes to Avoid
Same handful of mistakes, every time. Here's what trips people up on Ableton Move most, and the quick fix for each one.
What Emily Foster covers
49 Key MIDI Keyboard
A versatile MIDI controller size for composing, software instruments and desk-based production workflows.
Arturia Synthesizer
Arturia synthesizers for expressive performance, sound design and flexible studio workflows.
Bass Synthesizer
Bass synthesizers for expressive low-end sound design and practical studio or live use.
DAW Controller
Daw controller hardware gives musicians quicker, more tactile access to recording, mixing and editing tasks.
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Fm Synthesizer
FM synthesizers use frequency modulation to create bright, complex and highly expressive electronic sounds.
MIDI Controller
Flexible controllers for software instruments, recording and live performance, from compact pads to full keyboard setups...
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MIDI Foot Controller
Foot-operated MIDI control for live performance, looping, preset changes and hands-free studio or stage operation.
MIDI Keyboard
Compact or full-size controllers for software instruments, hardware synths and production workflows in studio or live se...
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