Music Production
Everything published on Viyolens under Music Production — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Ableton Push 3 for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Push 3 can feel overwhelming at first — this guide cuts through the complexity and gets you making music in your very first session.
Presonus Audio Interface for Beginners: A Complete Guide
PreSonus audio interfaces transform your computer into a recording studio at beginner-friendly prices. Our guide covers setup, first steps and demystifies recording technology.
The Complete Guide to Mpc Key 37
An MPC 37-key controller offers beat makers a perfect middle ground: compact enough for tight studios and live use, yet spacious enough for expressive melody and chord work.
The Complete Guide to Recording Studio Gear
Professional recording studio gear need not be expensive. This guide covers essential equipment, how to build incrementally, and what genuinely improves recording quality.
The Ultimate Guide to Studiologic Digital Piano
Studiologic digital pianos combine professional-grade weighted keyboard action with excellent sound sampling at accessible prices, making them ideal for serious pianists seeking quality without mainte...
Midi Drum Pads for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Want to make beats? MIDI drum pads are the perfect entry into music production. Learn how to start creating rhythms with this beginner guide.
The Complete Guide to Rock And Pop Trinity
The rock and pop trinity of guitar, bass, and drums has defined popular music for over 70 years. Explore how these three instruments interact, their individual roles, and how to create compelling arra...
Tc Play Acoustic for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A beginner's guide to TC Play Acoustic: setup essentials, core features, audio interface configuration, common mistakes, and a realistic monthly roadmap.
The Complete Guide to Voice Recording Mics
Professional vocal recording demands the right voice recording microphones. Explore condenser types, microphone technique, and how to capture authentic vocal performance.
Everything You Need to Know About Sektor Wavetable Synthesizer
Wavetable synthesis creates dynamic, evolving timbres by morphing between complex waveforms. Learn techniques, find the best synthesisers, and develop your sound design voice.
The Complete Guide to Pitch Shifter Effect Pedal
A pitch shifter effect pedal lets you create harmonies, thicken arrangements and explore creative textures. This guide covers the technology, key models and techniques for making the most of one.
Finger Drumming Pad for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Learning to finger drum seems intimidating, but you can create satisfying rhythms within your first hour. This guide shows the most direct path to musical enjoyment.
The Complete Guide to Roland Headphones Rh 5
Roland headphones RH-5 are compact, closed-back monitor headphones trusted in professional studios for their neutral sound and practical portability. Explore what makes them ideal for mixing, overdubs...
Roland Drum Machines for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Roland drum machines are perfect for beginners discovering rhythm and beat production. This guide walks you through first steps, beat creation, and building rhythmic confidence.
The Complete Guide to Compressor Effect Pedal
A compressor effect pedal controls dynamics and adds sustain to your instrument. Discover how to select the right compressor effect pedal for your playing style and master its settings.
Daw For Hip Hop: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing a DAW for hip-hop requires evaluating sampling tools, MIDI capabilities, and price tiers. This guide shows you what specs matter, compares options fairly, and avoids costly compromises.
Midi Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
MIDI guitar converts your playing into MIDI data to control virtual instruments. This buying guide covers the types of systems available, the specs that matter, and which solution suits your needs.
Numark Mixdeck Express Dj Controller Mixer: A Complete Guide
A mixer controller provides hands-on, tactile control of your DAW mixing, enabling intuitive fader-based mixing and real-time parameter adjustment.
Everything You Need to Know About Uad Audio Plugins
Detailed hardware modelling on real analogue gear, in two genuinely different flavours. Here's what UAD plugins actually are and how they work.
The Complete Guide to Dj Supplies
DJ supplies form the backbone of every mix, from turntables and controllers to headphones and mixers. Discover the essential equipment every DJ needs and how to build a setup that matches your budget...
Vocoder for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Carrier, modulator, and your first working patch: a calm, step-by-step introduction for anyone who has never touched a vocoder before.
The Ultimate Guide to Arturia Audio Interface
Arturia audio interfaces prioritise software integration and thoughtful design for modern producers. Built by synthesizer experts, these interfaces excel in software-centric studios and electronic mus...
The Complete Guide to Voice Pedals
Voice pedals add harmonic depth and creative texture to bass and guitar tones. Learn how octave and harmony voice pedals work, how to position them in your signal chain, and discover practical applica...
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Arturia
Arturia offers creative keyboards and studio tools for producers, composers and electronic musicians.
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Looper Pedal
A looper pedal helps guitarists build layered parts for practice, composition and live solo performances.
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Moog
Discover Moog instruments for expressive analogue synthesis, hands-on control and unmistakable classic sound.
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Native Instruments
Discover Native Instruments’ software, virtual instruments and creative tools for production, sound design and live perf...
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Positive Grid Guitar Amp
Positive Grid guitar amp models deliver smart modelling, portable design and versatile tones for modern UK players.
Reverb
Essential reverb effects for adding depth, space and atmosphere to guitar, vocals and production.
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Roland Fp30x
The Roland FP30X is a versatile portable digital piano with expressive keys, stronger sound and performance-ready featur...
Yamaha Hs8
Designed for larger spaces, the Yamaha HS8 delivers powerful, accurate monitoring with strong low-end detail.