Beat Making
Everything published on Viyolens under Beat Making — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
The Complete Guide to Akai Sampler
Akai samplers power modern music production. This guide covers features, genres, and choosing the right sampler for your creative work.
The Complete Guide to Synthesizer Keys
Synthesizer keys are the creative interface between you and sound. Discover different weighting types, features and how to select the right keyboard.
The Complete Guide to Roland Rhythm Machine
Roland rhythm machines have defined electronic music, dance culture and modern production for over four decades. From the iconic TR-808 to contemporary models, Roland remains essential in studios and...
The Complete Guide to Reason Daw Software
Reason DAW offers a unique, visually-guided approach to electronic music production. Discover why producers love its hands-on workflow and modular philosophy.
Pad Novation for Beginners: A Complete Guide
New to music production? Novation pads are perfect for beginners. Learn simple setup, make your first beat within the hour, avoid common mistakes, and build production confidence.
What to Look for When Buying Samplers
The specs all look the same and every reviewer swears by a different box. Here's what actually matters when you buy a sampler — starting with how you like to make music.
Akai Sampler for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Learn how to get started with an Akai sampler confidently. This beginner's guide covers setup, first recording, common pitfalls, and a simple workflow to create your first loop.
Mpc Xl for Beginners: A Complete Guide
The MPC XL's platform rewards a systematic approach. Here's the correct starting sequence for new users — from project structure through to sampling, effects and screen workflow.
The Complete Guide to Akai Mpc Keys 61
The Akai MPC Keys 61 merges MPC beat-making with a full-size keyboard. This hybrid production station lets you create complete tracks on one integrated device with professional features.
A Complete Guide to Drum Machine Reviews
Drum machines shape modern music production. This guide covers hardware and software options, acoustic vs electronic sounds, budget considerations, and workflow integration.
Common Mpc Live 3 Mistakes to Avoid
The mistakes on the MPC split between workflow misunderstandings and hardware oversights. Here's what to watch for and how to avoid them.
Fruity Loops Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Fruity Loops — officially FL Studio — has grown from a 1997 MIDI step sequencer into one of the world's leading DAWs. Here's how it works and what makes it tick.
Everything You Need to Know About Royalty Free Sound Samples
Royalty-free samples are professionally recorded audio you can use in commercial projects without ongoing fees. Discover how to choose libraries, understand licensing, and integrate samples into your...
Music Production App: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A music production app brings your studio into your pocket. This buying guide covers app types, price tiers, key features, and how to choose based on your music production goals.
Common Mpc Xl Mistakes to Avoid
Most MPC XL problems are predictable and correctable. Here are the errors that consistently slow down new users, and how to address them before they become habits.
Standalone Sampler for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Standalone samplers offer beginner-friendly music creation without software complexity. Discover your first steps, essential skills, and encouragement for nervous newcomers.
Drum Machine Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A drum machine generates percussion sounds and sequences them into patterns. Here's how they work, what types exist, and how they shape modern music.
Mpc Live 3: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The MPC Live 3 is the right tool for producers who need a complete, portable production system. Whether that's you depends on your context.
The Ultimate Guide to Finger Drumming Pad
Finger drumming pads enable expressive percussion performance and beat creation in electronic music production. Discover responsive controllers for live and studio use.
The Best DAWs for Hip Hop Production, Compared
Hip hop production demands specific DAW features: powerful sampling, tight quantisation, and intuitive drum sequencing. This guide compares the top choices and explains how to pick the best DAW for hi...
Akai Mpc Sample for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Just unboxed an MPC Sample? Here's the same five-step sequence every project follows, explained slowly and clearly from first recording to first beat.
Drum Machine Vst for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Nervous about drum machine VSTs? This beginner's guide walks you through your first beat step-by-step, without jargon or overwhelming detail.
Roland Rhythm Machine: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing the right Roland rhythm machine requires understanding sound quality, workflow efficiency, and features that match your production needs. This guide helps you navigate the market.
Free Sample Packs: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Finding good free sample packs is possible—but watch out for licensing traps and low-quality sources. Here's exactly where to look and what to check.
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Akai
akai covers creative controllers and music gear for producers, performers and studio-based musicians.
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Akai Mpk Mini
The akai mpk mini is a compact controller keyboard for beat making, software control and portable studio work.
Beat Making Software
Beat making software helps producers programme drums, sequence loops and build rhythm-led tracks quickly.
FL Studio
FL Studio is a popular DAW for beat-making, MIDI production, recording and creative electronic music workflows.
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Groovebox
All-in-one production tools for beat-making, sequencing and hands-on electronic performance.
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MIDI Pad Controller
Pad-based controllers for beat-making, clip launching and expressive hands-on control in production or performance.
Novation MIDI Keyboard
Reliable MIDI keyboards for production, virtual instruments and hands-on DAW control in UK studios.
Pad Controller
Tactile pad controllers for beat making, sample triggering and hands-on DAW performance in studio or live setups.
