Sound On Sound is the world's best recording technology magazine, packed full of in-depth, independent product tests, including music software, studio hardware, keyboards and live sound (PA) gear. Every issue also includes SOS's unique step-by-step tutorial and technique columns on all the leading DAW programs, as well as insightful interviews with leading producers, engineers and musicians.
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Warm Audio WA-44 Ribbon Microphone • The RCA 44 is the most iconic ribbon microphone of all time. Does Warm Audio’s recreation do it justice?
UE Pro UE150, 250 & 350 In-ear Monitors • Custom IEM specialists UE Pro have launched their first range of universal in-ears.
Meterplugs Loudness Penalty Studio Audio Analysis Software • This desktop version of Loudness Penalty does more than tell you how much streaming services will turn down your tracks!
Hayakumo Izarai Passive Stereo Monitor Controller • Looking for hands-on control of your monitoring? Hayakumo may well have the answer...
PSP Flare Dynamics Plug-in • This compressor aims to provide assertive yet transparent control over vocals and more.
Sampleson Haptic Perc Modelled Percussion Instrument • Trigger physically modelled percussion sounds with your fingers.
MoMinstruments Elastic Melody Synth & Sequencer App For iOS • Elastic Melody offers creative melody generation in a compact iOS app format.
Blackstar HT-1 & HT-5 MkIII Valve Guitar Amps • These low-power amp heads are packed with studio-friendly features.
Slate Digital Virtu Online Assisted Mastering Service • Struggle with DIY mastering but can’t afford a pro? Perhaps Virtu can help you apply some polish...
Myburgh M1 Valve Microphone • Does Myburgh’s vintage-inspired valve mic have the potential to become a classic in its own right?
Polyphonic Synthesizer Gamechanger Audio Motor Synth MkII • Gamechanger Audio’s Motor Synth MkII updates the company’s idiosyncratic approach to synthesis...
Ramin Djawadi Composer & Producer • With a CV that includes Westworld, Game Of Thrones and Prison Break, Ramin Djawadi is one of the busiest composers in Hollywood.
Tascam Sonicview 24 Digital Mixer • Tascam shake up the digital console market with a powerful, all‑new design.
TC Electronic Ampworx Amp & Cabinet Modelling Pedals • For those who like to keep amp modelling simple, these six pedals offer a great sound at a decent price.
MASTERS OF THE ART OF MIXING • What would you hear — and what might you learn — if eight top producers mixed the same project their own way?
iFi Pro iCAN Signature Headphone Amplifier • Headphone amps are found in many devices, so what can a standalone one offer those with cash to splash?
How I Got THAT SOUND Warne Livesey • Midnight Oil ‘Beds Are Burning’
Reflector Audio Square Two Active Monitors • These unusual coaxial speakers bring the concept of horn-loaded monitoring into the 21st Century.
Spitfire Audio Spitfire Symphony Orchestra Sample Library • Spitfire consolidate seven symphonic products into one bumper package.
INSIDE TRACK Danny L Harle • Danny Harle has made a career out of taking pop music seriously, culminating in a key role on Dua Lipa’s hit album Radical Optimism.
Arturia PolyBrute 12 Polyphonic Synthesizer • Arturia’s PolyBrute has gained six voices and a lot more besides.
INTERSECTING SEQUENCES • Creating Gated Sequences A signal gate is really just a fancy on/off swich — and an inspiring creative tool for modifying existing sequences and creating new ones.
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BeesNeez Lulu Tube • Small-diaphragm Capacitor Microphone Boutique Aussie brand BeesNeez impress with their...