Music Production
Everything published on Viyolens under Music Production — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Active Monitor: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A handful of genuinely important decisions and a lot of noise you can ignore — here's how to actually choose an active monitor.
Pioneer Dj Dj Controller: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying a DJ controller means deciding on software, channels, portability and connectivity. This guide walks you through the key factors so you choose one you'll actually use.
Daw Hardware Controller: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Looking to buy a DAW hardware controller? Learn about control types, DAW compatibility, build quality, specifications, and how to choose the right controller for your music-production workflow.
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.
Plugin Alliance Multiband Compressor: A Complete Guide
Multiband compressor plugins divide audio into separate frequency bands, allowing surgical mixing without affecting unwanted frequencies. This guide explains how to use multiband compression for profe...
Rack Mount Audio Mixer for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Starting with a rack mount audio mixer feels intimidating but is remarkably approachable. This beginner's guide walks you through the essentials, common mistakes to avoid, and how to build confidence...
Common X Touch Mistakes to Avoid
The habits that quietly cause X-Touch headaches — and the simple fix for each one.
Mastering Headphones for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Mastering headphones are analytical tools that reveal mixing problems, but only as part of a broader listening system. This guide demystifies mastering for beginners and builds your confidence.
The Complete Guide to Roland Synthesizer For Guitar
Roland synthesizer systems transform guitars into synthesis controllers, opening vast sonic possibilities. Explore how they work, their practical applications, and whether guitar synthesis suits your...
Everything You Need to Know About Vst Instruments Guitar
A guitar VST brings virtual guitar sounds into your DAW. Discover how to use them, top options, and why they're essential for modern music production.
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 Complete Guide to Usb Mini Keyboard
USB mini keyboards deliver professional MIDI control in a compact package perfect for producers, composers and performers. Discover specifications, workflow integration and selection tips.
The Complete Guide to Keyscape
Keyscape delivers studio-quality keyboard sounds through meticulous sampling and expressive control, making it essential software for composers and producers.
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.
Common Shure Headphones Mistakes to Avoid
Most headphone problems come down to setup, usage or expectation mistakes rather than hardware failures. Here is what to watch out for.
Strymon Guitar Pedals for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Strymon guitar pedals have a reputation for quality, but they're surprisingly beginner-friendly. This guide shows you how to start and why Strymon is worth the investment.
Roland Go Keys Keyboard: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Before buying a Roland Go Keys keyboard, understand its mini-key action, sound capabilities, MIDI connectivity, and how it compares to alternatives. This buying guide covers everything you need to dec...
Bitwig Studio: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Bitwig Studio comes in three editions and uses an optional annual Upgrade Plan rather than a subscription. Here is what each edition offers, what the plan covers, and how costs compare.
Synth Rack: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A synth rack is a professional 19-inch synthesiser module that integrates into larger rigs. This guide covers integrated vs. modular systems, connectivity specs, sound engines, price tiers, and what t...
The Complete Guide to Boss Looper Pedal
Boss looper pedals enable musicians to build rich layered arrangements in real-time. These reliable tools turn solo performers into complete bands with instant composition capability.
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.
Everything You Need to Know About Virtual Instruments
Virtual instruments put everything from sampled orchestras to vintage synthesisers inside your laptop. This guide explains how they work, what the different types do, and what actually matters when ch...
The Ultimate Guide to Delay Plugin
A delay plugin is one of the most versatile effects in music production, creating rhythmic repeats and spatial depth. Master the essential controls and learn practical applications.
Omnisphere Plugin: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Should you buy Omnisphere? This guide evaluates its capabilities, premium pricing, sound design potential, alternatives, and helps determine whether it justifies cost for your production workflow.
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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.
