Tag: DAW

Comp FET-76

The Arturia Comp FET-26 might be the best-recreated software plug-in from the original and iconic 1176 studio compressor. This plug-in is the perfect tool for vocals and instruments delivering industry-standard production quality and flexibility. The original compressor was designed by Bill Putnam and has been now modelled to perfection by Arturia’s amazing technology TAE. Thanks…
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Delay Memory-Brigade

This software plug-in made and designed by Arturia is a filtered analogue BBD Echo recreation of the iconic lo-fi hardware delay that made greater guitarists and producers achieve a unique tone and character in their sound. This plug-in has an array of delays that never end, and a feedback noise that offers such a creative…
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Maschine by Native Instruments

Maschine, by Native Instruments, is a 16 pad ultra-responsive controller that plays drum beats, program sounds, trigger samples, and more. The new version, MK3, has two high-resolution color screens which aid you to access previews and browse for sounds. Plus, they help you tweak FX on your music production project without even looking at your…
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Launch Control XL

The Launch Control XL is a music production controller by Novation. It has 24 knobs arranged in three rows and lit by a multicolor LED function. The latter helps you to distinguish between your different assignments, which is highly practical. Plus, this controller has eight faders for total control over your levels. Similarly, it has…
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MIDI Keyboard Controllers Under 200 DLS

This entry contains the three best options for some great MIDI keyboard controllers under 200 dls. Think of it: these days it seems all you need to make music is a laptop and a DAW. However, when you’re deep into your music production journey, you might find that adding a MIDI controller to the mix…
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Axiom AIR Mini 32 by M-Audio

Take control with the M-Audio Axiom AIR Mini 32 and instantly map the control surface with your favourite DAW. You can also set up right from the keyboard; in other words, it’s not necessary to edit your software. On top of that, you can save your favorite presets onto the 10 location memory to recall…
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DAW History

The DAW history is a fascinating one. We might not know about it even though this is one of our most cherished (and necessary) tools for music production. In the 1970s and 1980s, the early attempts at digital audio workstations (DAWs) faced some limitations. For example, there were the high price for storage and the…
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PreSonus ATOM SQ

ATOM SQ by PreSonus

If you’re into contemporary music production, then the ATOM SQ MIDI pad controller is for you. Being a modern musician, producer, or performer means you need to move fast between playing samples and programming drums in a versatile and expressive way. For this reason, the unique design of this controller is perfect for classic TR…
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ioStation 24c

ioStation 24c by PreSonus

If you’re looking to upscale your music production and audio engineering, then the ioStation 24c is for you. This is the right tool when you’re a solo artist producing from your home studio. In short, this audio interface and production controller gives you the instruments you need for your production tasks and needs. Plus, it…
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FaderPort by PreSonus

PreSonus brings to us yet another fabulous product that complements our music production workflow in a very simple yet powerful way: the FaderPort. As they say, “Don’t kill that mouse; instead, give it a companion.” This production controller is a precise and effective little magic box. For instance, use it as an extension of your…
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