Katherine Reed

The Ultimate Guide to Plugin Boutique

It isn't a plugin brand - it's the shop window for hundreds of them. Here's what Plugin Boutique actually is, where it came from, and how it fits into the wider software market.

A Guide to Denon Dj

Big screens, standalone confidence and its own way of doing things — here's the full picture on Denon DJ's history, ecosystem and current range.

Vital Synth: A Complete Buyer's Guide

The Complete Guide to Phono Jack 1 4

The 1/4-inch jack is the music industry standard for instrument and professional audio connections. Understanding mono/stereo, balanced/unbalanced and maintenance keeps your signal clean and equipment...

Hercules Dj Controller: A Complete Buyer's Guide

The Hercules range spans entry-level to motorised platters. Here's how to decide which model actually suits what you're trying to do.

Common Midi Interface Mistakes to Avoid

Common Dj Decks Mistakes to Avoid

Rough sets rarely come down to bad taste — they come down to habits. Here are the ordinary mistakes that keep turning up on DJ decks, and how to fix each one.

M Audio Midi Keyboard Explained: Features, Types and Tips

M-Audio's MIDI controller range covers unweighted synth action through to full 88-key hammer action, with models suited to producers and classical pianists alike.

Common Daw Controller Mistakes to Avoid

Most DAW controller problems come from predictable errors in buying, setup, or use. Here is what goes wrong most often and how to avoid each one before it costs time or money.

Dj Equipment Explained: Features, Types and Tips

DJ equipment is built around four core functions: playing music, mixing sources, monitoring your mix, and amplifying sound. Whether you're starting out or upgrading a club rig, understanding your opti...

Behringer Synth for Beginners: A Complete Guide

A wall of knobs looks scary until you've made your first real sound. Here's a gentle, no-jargon start with your first Behringer synth.

Behringer Synth: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Forget the history lesson — here's how to work out which Behringer synth actually fits what you want to play, and what the spec sheet won't tell you.

Cdj for Beginners: A Complete Guide

The hardware is expensive, the layout is unfamiliar, and there is very little margin for error in a live setting. Katherine walks through the complete setup process so your first session is productive...

The Complete Guide to Denon Cdj

The Denon CDJ stands as a professional DJ staple, combining audio quality, reliable construction, and intuitive controls in one trusted hardware platform.

The Complete Guide to Numark Scratch

Numark scratch equipment is engineered for DJs learning and perfecting scratching techniques. Discover the key features, setup essentials, and how to progress from basic to advanced scratching.

Common Sony Ps-lx310bt Mistakes to Avoid

Most 'broken' Sony PS-LX310BT complaints trace back to one of a handful of easy, five-minute-fix mistakes. Here's what they are and how to spot them.

Analog Synthesizer: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Buying an analog synthesizer means deciding between mono and poly, VCO and DCO, integrated and semi-modular, and matching the instrument to how you'll actually use it.

Novation Bass Station Vst: A Complete Guide

Bass VST plugins deliver authentic and synthesised bass sounds essential to contemporary music production, enabling sophisticated bass creation within digital audio workstations.

Akai Mpc Sample: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Before you buy the MPC Sample: who it actually suits, how it compares to the bigger MPCs, and what you'll want to budget for alongside it.

Analog Synthesizer for Beginners: A Complete Guide

The analog synthesizer isn't as complicated as it looks. This beginner's guide explains the core building blocks — VCO, VCF, VCA, ADSR — and how to start making useful sounds immediately.

The Complete Guide to Akai Mpc One

The Akai MPC One brings legendary MPC workflow to beat-makers and producers at an accessible price. Explore sampling, sequencing, build quality, and why this instrument is perfect for anyone serious a...

The Ultimate Guide to Beat Ports

Dj Booth: A Complete Buyer's Guide

A booth from one retailer is a load-bearing workstation; from another, it's a decorative panel. Here's how to buy the right one for how you actually work.

The Complete Guide to Roland Beat Machine

Roland beat machines have shaped modern music since 1980. Discover how these electronic drum instruments work, the legendary models that defined genres, and which one is right for your studio.