Music Production
Everything published on Viyolens under Music Production — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Common Arturia Minilab 3 Mistakes to Avoid
The Arturia MiniLab 3 is capable and well-designed, but a few easily avoidable mistakes prevent most users from getting the best from it. Here is what to watch out for.
The Complete Guide to Sibelius Notation
Sibelius notation remains the industry standard for professional music composition. Discover why composers trust Sibelius for orchestral and ensemble work.
Behringer Compressor for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Audio compression needn't be complicated. A Behringer Compressor teaches compression basics affordably. Learn threshold, ratio, attack, and release through hands-on experimentation and real-world appl...
Sony Mdr 7506 for Beginners: A Complete Guide
The Sony MDR-7506 is one of the most recommended studio headphones for beginners — but it can surprise you if you don't know what to expect. Here's everything you need to know from day one.
The Complete Guide to Electric Piano Keyboard Yamaha
Yamaha electric piano keyboards combine authentic piano character with modern features and legendary reliability, making them ideal for beginners, serious musicians, and professional performers.
Ezdrummer: A Complete Buyer's Guide
EZdrummer is the go-to virtual drum plugin for songwriters and producers. Here's how to choose the right version for your needs and budget.
Soundproofing Studio for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Soundproofing your studio doesn't require professional renovation. This beginner guide covers practical techniques, budget tiers, and realistic expectations for noise reduction.
Waves Pitch Correction Plugin: A Complete Guide
Pitch correction plugins are essential for polished vocal and instrumental recordings. This guide explains automatic versus manual approaches, top options, and how to choose the pitch correction plugi...
Roland Audio Interface: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Shopping for a Roland audio interface? This guide covers their MIDI features, different models, music production focus, and which suits your needs.
Common Presonus Studio One Mistakes to Avoid
Most Studio One mistakes come from skipping setup steps and ignoring built-in features. This guide covers the errors that cost producers the most time and how to fix them.
Everything You Need to Know About Unison Midi Chord Pack
MIDI packs are collections of pre-recorded MIDI files—chord progressions, drum patterns, basslines and melodies—that you can load into your DAW and personalise with your own sounds. They're not shortc...
The Complete Guide to Digital Mixing Consoles
Digital mixing consoles offer recall, flexibility, and integrated effects impossible with analogue gear. Master their features to elevate your recording and live sound capabilities.
Omnisphere for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A patient, step-by-step guide for complete beginners: the key terms, loading your first sound, and what to leave for later.
Hardware Compressor: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Purchasing a hardware compressor requires understanding critical specifications, build quality, and sonic character. This buyer's guide covers everything you need to know before investing in your firs...
Common Looper Pedal Mistakes to Avoid
Even talented musicians sabotage themselves with a looper pedal. Learn the ten most common mistakes and how to fix them—from timing errors to layer management.
Drum Machine Vst: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Not all drum machine VSTs are created equal. Learn how to compare options and avoid expensive mistakes when choosing yours.
Noise Cancelling Headphones: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The right pair of noise cancelling headphones depends on your specific use case — here is what to evaluate before buying.
The Ultimate Guide to Arturia Digital Piano
Arturia digital piano instruments deliver professional-grade sound using physical modelling technology, not just samples. Learn what sets Arturia apart and which model suits your playing style.
Uad for Beginners: A Complete Guide
New to UAD and feeling lost in the terminology? Here is a calm, step-by-step introduction with nothing assumed and no rush.
Djay Pro: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Roland Rhythm Machine: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing the right Roland rhythm machine requires understanding sound quality, workflow efficiency, and features that match your production needs. This guide helps you navigate the market.
Waveform Daw for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Waveform DAW works differently than other DAWs, but understanding its approach rewards you with an intuitive, powerful production platform. This beginner's guide shows you how to get started.
The Ultimate Guide to Sequencer Module
Sequencer modules are programmable hardware devices that manage musical patterns in electronic production. From modular synthesis to standalone workstations, these tools offer hands-on control and cre...
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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.
