Sound Design
Everything published on Viyolens under Sound Design — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Serum Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Serum has quietly become one of the most-used sound-design tools in modern production. Here is what it actually does, in plain language.
The Complete Guide to Vst Massive
VST Massive is one of the most influential soft synthesizers in modern music production, offering deep modulation options and thousands of presets for any genre.
The Complete Guide to Live Ableton Suite
Live Ableton Suite is the complete professional digital audio workstation, combining powerful synthesis and sampling with purpose-built live performance capabilities.
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 Boss Dd 500
The Boss DD-500 is a comprehensive delay platform offering dozens of algorithms, dual-engine processing, and professional-grade sound. Learn why it remains a trusted choice for working musicians.
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.
Novation Synthesizers: A Complete Guide
Novation synthesizers prioritise musicality and accessibility without overwhelming complexity. Explore why musicians choose Novation for intuitive synthesis and inspiring sound design.
Eurorack Synthesizer for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Eurorack synthesizers seem complex but unlock deep sound design learning. Here's which modules you actually need, how they work together, and how to start patching.
Hybrid Synthesizer for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Hybrid synthesizers blend analogue warmth with digital flexibility. This beginner's guide explains what hybrid means practically, compares them to pure approaches, and helps you decide if hybrid synth...
Asm Synthesizer for Beginners: A Complete Guide
ASM synthesizers look intimidating, but you do not need to understand everything to make music. Start with the basics and expand from there.
Celesta Explained: Features, Types and Tips
That shimmering sound in the Nutcracker has a name and a mechanism. Here's how a celesta actually works.
Walrus Audio Sl Multi Texture Reverb Pedal: A Complete Guide
The Walrus Audio Slö stands apart from traditional reverbs. Rather than chasing the sound of concert halls, it builds texture and atmosphere through three specialised algorithms and interactive sound...
The Ultimate Guide to Behringer Model D
The Behringer Model D is a faithful, affordable reproduction of the legendary Moog Model D synthesizer, opening classic analog synthesis to all musicians.
The Complete Guide to Music Software Reason
Reason is an inspiring, visually intuitive DAW perfect for electronic music, beat-making, and sound design. Its rack-based workflow and excellent instruments make professional production accessible to...
Monophonic Synth for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A monophonic synth plays one note at a time, making it perfect for learning synthesis fundamentals. This guide covers setup and basic sound creation.
The Complete Guide to Chime Instruments
Chime instruments range from gentle decorative wind chimes to powerful orchestral percussion. Explore their history, types and applications in music and sound design.
Preset Packs for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Preset packs offer an elegant solution for beginners, providing professionally created starting points that you can use immediately in your productions.
The Complete Guide to Pedalboard Bass
A pedalboard bass setup transforms bassists into sound designers, enabling complex effects deployment and creative tone-shaping. Discover how to build effective pedalboards that enhance modern bass pe...
The Ultimate Guide to Lfo Module
LFO modules generate rhythmic modulation that transforms static synthesizer patches into dynamic, animated soundscapes with evolving motion and character.
Moog Matriarch: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The Moog Matriarch is a powerful semi-modular synthesizer for serious electronic music producers. This buying guide evaluates what you're actually getting, common misconceptions about the Matriarch, a...
Make Noise Synthesizer: A Complete Guide
Make Noise synthesizers prioritise hands-on control and musical expressiveness. Discover how modular design and intuitive interfaces inspire creative sound-making.
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Arturia
Arturia offers creative keyboards and studio tools for producers, composers and electronic musicians.
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Arturia Minifreak
Arturia Minifreak is a compact hybrid synth keyboard for creative sound design, live use and electronic production.
Behringer Model D
Behringer Model D delivers classic analogue monosynth character for bass, leads and studio sound design.
Behringer Td-3
Behringer TD-3 is a compact acid bass synth and sequencer built for punchy lines and electronic performance.
Moog
Discover Moog instruments for expressive analogue synthesis, hands-on control and unmistakable classic sound.
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Moog Muse
Explore Moog Muse options for modern analogue synthesis with expressive control, rich tone and performance focus.
Synthesizer
Find a synthesizer for studio sound design, live performance and electronic music, from classic analogue tones to versat...
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Walrus Audio Pedal
Characterful, flexible pedals for guitarists who want creative sounds, reliable build quality and modern pedalboard appe...