Ableton and SoundCloud have recently launched their 'Beat the Clock' campaign - a remix competition with a difference: you only have 24 hours to get your entry in from the time that you download the remix pack!

To enter the competition you must use the stems from Ableton's 'Live Pack' (featuring …

Ever wondered what analogue waveforms look like? Or exactly what altering synth parameters does to a waveform? Enrico Cosmi has created a series of 3 videos for Audio Central Magazine that demonstrate some of these principles with the new analogue MiniBrute synthesiser and an oscilloscope. It's time to get your …

Here is a short video showing how you can sync Arturia's Spark hybrid drum machine with Native Instruments' industry-leading Traktor DJ software. The video is topped off with a nice little performance demonstration! Check it out!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5CHRK0EBv7w

For more information on the Arturia Spark …

This August, three Roland directors are taking up the 926 mile challenge of cycling from John O'Groats to Lands End, all in the name of charity. All donations will go towards raising money for Children In Need and Music For All - click here for more information.

However, that's not all …

Up until the 21st May 2012, we are selling download versions of Slate Digital's FG-X mastering software for just £79! Seeing as it usually costs £149, this is a phenomenal deal, as you're practically getting it for half price!

How does it work?

Simply follow the link at the end …

You can read more reviews like this, along with Tony’s productions at his personal site -> Tony Long Music.

ADAM A77X ACTIVE STUDIO MONITORS - INTRODUCTION

Following on from my review of the outstanding award-winning Adam A7X monitors, I now have a pair of the massive A77X monitors to put some …

DJ/Production duo Disco Fries have programmed and released a free Max For Live patch that allows you to program your Novation Launchpad to flash up with custom messages - how cool is that?!

Check out the video below to see it in action...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LEOx6a1RJA …

Nine Volt Audio loops come in a variety of different packs, offering users collections of loops from various different genres, instruments and moods. All of Nine Volt Audio’s current loop releases are part of the BPM Flex Series, which allows musicians to use any REX-based loop at virtually any …

Don't forget, the special introductory price of £78 for Rob Papen's new Blade software synthesiser ends on 31st May 2012 - after this date, the price will be set at £99. So, if you're into 'deep, moving pads or wild wobbulating effects' (Computer Music), now's the time to get in there …

]({static}/uploads/2012/05/Johan-Hugo.png)We find out exactly what makes producer, remixer and DJ Johan Hugo (and his studio) tick…

Here in Johan Hugo’s East London studio, Dance music collides with West African beats, Hip Hop rubs shoulders with House, and folders on the laptop screen reveal …