Electronic Music
Everything published on Viyolens under Electronic Music — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Synthesizer Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A synthesizer generates sound electronically, building it from oscillators, filters, and envelopes. Here is how the whole thing fits together — and why it matters.
Eurorack Synthesizer: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Starting a Eurorack system can overwhelm beginners with endless choices. This guide shows you how to select core modules, understand the standard, and build a working system.
Roland System 8: A Complete Buyer's Guide
At £2,500+, the Roland System-8 demands careful research. Know what to check, what pitfalls to avoid, and whether it's right for your rig.
Korg Mono for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Synthesisers intimidate beginners, but a Korg Mono makes learning synthesis simple and enjoyable. This guide demystifies synthesis and gets you making sounds immediately.
Whats A Synth: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A practical guide to buying your first synthesizer, covering synth types, essential specifications, price tiers, common mistakes, and what to test before purchasing.
Native Instruments Dj Controller for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Getting started with a Native Instruments DJ controller is simpler than you think. This guide covers setup, essential controls and what to focus on in your first weeks of learning.
Everything You Need to Know About Korg Keyboard Midi
Korg MIDI keyboards deliver responsive control, intuitive workflows and reliable performance, serving musicians from bedroom producers to touring professionals.
The Ultimate Guide to Waveform Daw
Waveform DAW offers a capable free edition with unlimited tracks and a professional Pro version. Learn what makes its single-window workflow different and whether it's right for your music.
Essential Downtempo Albums Explained
Reason Studios for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Reason Studios rewards a short orientation before diving in. Start with Reason Free, spend your first session wiring a synth and drum machine, and understand which version you have before you begin.
The Ultimate Guide to Modular Synth
Electropop Subgenres, Explained
Electropop covers several distinct strands — synthpop, indie electropop, hyperpop, chillwave, dark electropop, and K-pop. This guide explains how each relates to the core genre.
The Ultimate Guide to Dj Controller Portable
A portable dj controller enables professional mixing whilst remaining genuinely mobile. Explore features, budget considerations, and equipment selection for working and bedroom DJs.
Common Synthesizer Mistakes to Avoid
Most synthesizer mistakes come from impatience and misunderstanding the fundamentals. Here are the ones that come up most often, and what to do about them.
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.
Common Beat Pad Mistakes to Avoid
Uniform velocity, oversensitive pads, overloaded patterns and poor sound selection — here are the six mistakes most beginners make and how to fix them.
The Complete Guide to Roland 808 Machine
The Roland 808 machine defined hip-hop, electronic music, and pop production. Discover why this legendary drum machine remains essential to modern music.
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.
Make Noise Synthesizer for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A friendly introduction to Make Noise synthesizers for beginners — from understanding modules to making your first sounds with confidence.
Pocket Operator: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing the right Pocket Operator comes down to what you want to make. Here's a practical breakdown of every model so you can pick the one that fits your workflow.
Common Arturia Synthesizer Mistakes to Avoid
Arturia instruments reward engagement — and many players leave their capabilities largely untapped. Here are the recurring mistakes and how to avoid them.
Idm Music Subgenres, Explained
IDM is a family of related subgenres rather than a single sound. This guide explains the main divisions, what distinguishes each and which artists represent them.
The Complete Guide to Moog One
The Moog One is a premium polyphonic synthesiser combining classic Moog sound design with modern features. It's immediate, musical, and unmistakably Moog.
Roland Tr: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying a Roland TR is confusing because vintage machines command premium prices. This guide covers modern alternatives, what specs matter, and how to avoid overpaying.
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Analog Synthesizer
Analog synthesizers for creative sound design, live performance and distinctive hardware-based music production.
Arturia Minifreak
Arturia Minifreak is a compact hybrid synth keyboard for creative sound design, live use and electronic production.
Behringer Td-3
Behringer TD-3 is a compact acid bass synth and sequencer built for punchy lines and electronic performance.
Korg Synthesizer
Korg synthesizers combine expressive sound design with practical control for stage, studio and creative work.
MIDI Keyboard
Compact or full-size controllers for software instruments, hardware synths and production workflows in studio or live se...
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Moog
Discover Moog instruments for expressive analogue synthesis, hands-on control and unmistakable classic sound.
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Moog Matriarch
Shop Moog Matriarch instruments for semi-modular analogue synthesis, expressive control and bold performance sound.
Synthesizer
Find a synthesizer for studio sound design, live performance and electronic music, from classic analogue tones to versat...
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