Music Production
Everything published on Viyolens under Music Production — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Daw Controller: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The right DAW controller depends on how you work, what DAW you use, and how much physical space you have. Here is a practical breakdown for making the right call.
Royalty Free Samples for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Confused about royalty-free samples? Here's what the term means, how to use samples legally, and how to get started making music with professional sounds.
Brass Vst: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Finding a brass VST that sounds realistic means understanding articulations, legato quality and expression control. This guide breaks down price tiers and key specs so you buy the right brass VST for...
The Best Serum Plugins for the Money
The honest breakdown: when the original Serum is enough, when Serum 2 is worth it, and when a free alternative is the smarter starting point.
Usb Audio Interface Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A USB audio interface is essential for quality recording. Understand what makes a good interface, key specifications and whether you actually need one.
Arturia Midi Keyboard for Beginners: A Complete Guide
An Arturia MIDI keyboard is one of the best first controllers a producer or musician can buy. Here is how to choose the right one, set it up, and start making music on day one.
Soundtoys for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Overwhelmed by the knobs on your first Soundtoys plugin? Here's a calm, structured way through your first sessions.
Bass Amp Sim Pedal: A Complete Guide
Bass amp simulators are software plugins that recreate bass amplifier tone for recording and performance. This guide covers how they work, sound quality across price ranges, live and studio integratio...
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.
Everything You Need to Know About Novation Midi Keyboard 49
Novation MIDI keyboards combine excellent playability with deep DAW integration. Discover which model suits your production needs and creative vision.
The Complete Guide to Roland Go Keys Keyboard
The Roland GO:KEYS keyboard delivers portability and professional sound in a compact, affordable package. Explore what makes this keyboard special for modern musicians.
Mic A Violin for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Nervous about recording your first violin? This beginner's guide covers microphone placement, distance, angle, and practical tips to help you capture beautiful violin sound from the start.
The Ultimate Guide to Music Workstation Keyboard
A workstation keyboard combines weighted keys with powerful synthesiser capabilities and built-in sequencing, making it essential for composers and producers.
Guitar Amp Sim: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing a guitar amp sim requires balancing tone quality, CPU efficiency, ease of use, and budget against your specific recording and performance needs.
The Complete Guide to Portable Digital Keyboard
Portable digital keyboards combine compact portability, versatile sounds, and affordability—ideal for performers, learners, and composers on the move.
Roland Jupiter 8: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The Roland Jupiter 8 is a legendary synthesizer with legendary pricing. Here's what to know before buying one.
The Complete Guide to Synths Music
Synths music has revolutionised music production. Learn how synthesisers work and why synth expertise remains essential in contemporary composition and production.
The Complete Guide to Behringer Compressor
Behringer compressor equipment provides professional dynamic control at accessible prices. Learn what compression does and how to use Behringer compressors effectively.
The Best Reapers for the Money
A well-configured setup with the right extensions and templates turns a capable base application into an efficient, personalised environment — this guide covers the key improvements.
The Complete Guide to Pad Midi
Pad MIDI controllers provide intuitive interfaces for triggering sounds and controlling parameters in modern music production. Essential tools for hip-hop, electronic and experimental music creation.
Common Native Instruments Mistakes to Avoid
NI's ecosystem is brilliant once you know how to drive it. Here are the small habits that cause most of the real headaches, and how to sidestep them.
The Complete Guide to Sample Rate
Discover how sample rate shapes your digital audio quality. This guide covers practical sample rate selection for recording, production and mastering.
The Ultimate Guide to Drum Synthesizer Online
A drum synthesizer is an electronic instrument designed for creating custom percussion and drum sounds, from realistic acoustic simulations to experimental timbres.
Adam Audio T7v for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Studio monitors require a different approach to listening. Here is what new T7V users need to know to get the most from their monitoring environment.
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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.
