There are a number of amp simulation plugins and cabinet emulators available online. Some are pretty pricey and some are free. One of the more popular free plugins (with the option to donate) can be found on the LePou Plugins blog. There’s an amp pack to download that comes with 5 separate amp sims and […]
TSE X50 Amp Simulator: Tone Settings Examples (Videos)
I’ve been trying to find a good amp simulator plugin with decent heavy metal-style tones. The first one on the list is TSE X50 v2.3. It’s one of the most popular amp plugins, and is designed to simulate the much-acclaimed all-tube Peavey 5150 amp that is used by many rock and metal guitarists. The TSE […]
Pro Tools 12 Now Available, Here’s a Trick to Get it for $299
Avid officially announced the launch of Pro Tools 12 today, March 23rd. And there’s a little-known method that let’s you get it for just $299. Pro Tools continues to remain one of the top choices for audio recording, editing, and mixing music. And now the latest version is finally here and it brings with it […]
$39 iRig 2 Guitar Interface Launches for iOS and Android
The original iRig has been a best-selling guitar interface adapter for iOS devices (the iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch) since it first launched in 2010, and now IK Multimedia has released a second generation iRig, aptly named the iRig 2, that introduces some new features and adds support for Android smartphones and tablets. Like the […]
Toontrack Release New Hip-Hop! EZX Expansion for EZdrummer 2
Toontrack announced the release of a new hip-hop expansion pack for EZdrummer 2 today. The new collection is called Hip-Hop! EZX. Yesterday I posted about new bundle packages that Toontrack has started offering with their EZdrummer 2 software. They’ve also created a new hip-hop edition that comes with EZdrummer 2, the Hip-Hop! EZX, and their […]
Toontrack’s New EZdrummer 2 Bundles with Expansion Packs
Toontrack recently released four new bundle packages for their popular EZdrummer 2 software, which is one of the best and most realistic-sounding virtual drum packages available. The base software is pretty good but it’s the expansion packs that really make EZdrummer stand out and sound great. That’s what makes these new bundle packages such a […]
Best MIDI Keyboard Controllers with Pads For Under $200
MIDI keyboard controllers are a vital tool for musicians both while playing live in front of an audience and as part of the music writing process using DAW software and plugins, whether it be in a home studio or professional setting. Unlike traditional keyboards, most MIDI keyboards don’t actually produce sound themselves. They plug into […]
Xpand2: Pro Tools Instrument Plugin Tutorial (Videos)
Xpand2 is one of the six free plugins that comes with Pro Tools recording software in a downloadable Creative Collection plugins package from Air Music. Xpand2 is also available for purchase separately without Pro Tools. Xpand2 includes a whole host of virtual instruments and sounds, including things like guitars, pianos, basses and drums, along with […]