Music Production
Everything published on Viyolens under Music Production — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Mixing Headphones: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Most people buy the wrong mixing headphones without realising it. This guide cuts through marketing to show you exactly what to look for and what actually translates to accurate monitoring.
The Complete Guide to Alesis Drum Set
Alesis drum sets bring professional electronic drumming within reach of any budget. Explore entry-level, mid-range and premium options for learning, practice and production.
Plugin Subscriptions: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing the right plugin plugin subscriptions involves more than picking the service with the most titles. This guide covers how to evaluate what you need, understand the licence terms and choose a s...
The Complete Guide to Digital To Analogue Converters
Digital to analogue converters translate digital audio information from computers and synthesizers into analogue signals, critical components ensuring audio fidelity across modern music production sys...
Bass Synthesizer Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A bass synthesizer is designed for one job: producing tight, punchy low-frequency sounds. Here is how they work and what to look for.
Looper Studio for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Three buttons and a bit of patience — here's the jargon-free way to make your first loop actually work.
Brass Vst: A Complete Guide
Brass VST plugins bring orchestral brass authenticity to your digital audio workstation. Discover how multisampled instruments, articulation variety, and modern technology enable professional orchestr...
Reaper: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A fully functional evaluation period makes the buying decision straightforward — this guide covers what to look for, how it compares with alternatives and which licence to choose.
The Complete Guide to Dj Controller Stand
A DJ controller stand provides ergonomic support, stability, and professional organisation for your mixing equipment. Essential for comfortable, confident performances.
The Ultimate Guide to Turntable for Playing Vinyl Records
Discover how to build a serious DJ record collection, from sourcing rare vinyl to proper maintenance. Whether you prefer house, techno or hip-hop, learn what makes a great pressing and where to find i...
Waveform Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Waveform is a digital audio workstation by Tracktion—affordable, straightforward, and powerful enough for serious home recording and electronic music production.
Arturia Minilab 3: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The Arturia MiniLab 3 packs keys, pads, sliders, a display and a five-pin MIDI output into a compact frame — but is it the right controller for your setup? Here's what to look for before you buy.
The Best Mixcrafts for the Money
No single “best” Mixcraft here — just the right tier for what you're actually making. Here's the best fit for your project.
The Best M Audio Midi Keyboards for the Money
From the compact Oxygen 25 to the full-weighted Keystation 88, these are the M-Audio models that offer best value for the money at each price point.
Midi Keyboard for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Getting connected and working is quick once you know the steps. Oliver walks through the full process from the beginning, without assuming any prior experience.
Studio Desk for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A reassuring, no-jargon guide to your first studio desk — what actually matters, what to ignore, and how to just get started.
The Complete Guide to Piano Electronic
An electronic piano combines the authentic feel of an acoustic instrument with modern convenience. Discover what makes quality electronic pianos essential for students and professionals.
Midi Keyboard Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A MIDI keyboard doesn't produce sound — it sends data. Understanding what that means, and what separates the types, makes choosing and using one much more straightforward.
Mic Acoustic Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Acoustic guitar miking beginner guide: position correctly, prevent feedback, play naturally, and capture authentic acoustic tone through practical experimentation.
Behringer Poly D for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Analogue synthesis can feel unfamiliar at first. This guide takes you from unboxing to first sound — clearly and without rushing.
The Complete Guide to Novation Bass 2
The Novation Bass 2 is a dedicated bass synthesizer combining intuitive hardware controls, genuine sound-design capabilities and compact portability. Ideal for bass players exploring synthesis and ele...
The Complete Guide to Logic Studio Software
Discover Logic Studio software—Apple's complete music production platform. Learn recording, MIDI sequencing, virtual instruments and professional mixing capabilities.
The Complete Guide to Lewitt Mics
Lewitt microphones deliver professional-grade audio capture with exceptional clarity and precision, trusted by recording studios and professionals worldwide.
Serum Plugin for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Never opened Serum before? This guide walks through the interface, how wavetable synthesis works and how to build a first working patch in six steps.
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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.
