Latest articles by Computer Music
Computer Music magazine announces closure
The magazine comes to an end after 25 years
Issue 340 of Computer Music is on sale now
Get perfect virtual guitar – and two FREE plugins – with Computer Music's November issue
Computer Music 340 November 2024: free downloads
If you've purchased a copy (digital or print)*, you can grab the bonus content to accompany issue 340 of CM here. Just click through to the embedded quiz and answer the questions below…
Music theory you can use: 6 chord tricks for songwriters and producers
Go beyond the basics with these handy power-composer tips and techniques
Computer Music 339 Autumn 2024: free downloads
If you've purchased a copy (digital or print)*, you can grab the bonus content to accompany issue 339 of CM here. Just click through to the embedded quiz and answer the questions below…
Issue 338 of Computer Music is on sale now
Get creative with Computer Music's sound design issue – and bag a FREE virtual tape machine (worth £84)!
Computer Music 338 October 2024: free downloads
If you've purchased a copy (digital or print)*, you can grab the bonus content to accompany issue 338 of CM here. Just click through to the embedded quiz and answer the questions below…
Music theory you can use: liven-up your MIDI programming by adding groove and space using rests
It’s as much about what you don’t play as what you do
“Refreshing approach to drum programming and impressive sound quality”: Sampleson Drumbada review
If you’re searching for more dynamic and rhythmically complex drums, Drumbada can help you change up the pace
Practical music theory: use motion to make a melody and bassline complement each other
Let’s get contrapuntal
Issue 337 of Computer Music is on sale now
Explore Logic's hotly-awaited new version in Computer Music issue 337 – and get a free multi-effect tool worth £79!
Practical music theory: how to build a simple hook in 3 easy steps
"When you're staring at a blank piano roll, how are you supposed to start programming your masterpiece?"
Computer Music 337 September 2024: free downloads
If you've purchased a copy (digital or print)*, you can grab the bonus content to accompany issue 337 of CM here. Just click through to the embedded quiz and answer the questions below…
Celebrating 60 years of the synth: the '90s
As the '80s drifted from mostly analogue to largely digital, would the '90s be the decade when the synth scene settled? Not really…
Celebrating 60 years of the synth: the '70s
In the 1970s, the synthesizer became a true musical force. Here's how it went from a mono legend to a poly Prophet in 10 short years…
60 years of the synth: the '80s
Our history of the synth continues with the decade that brought us the Jupiter-8, the 303 and the DX7…
20 super-speedy synth and synthesis tips
Make waves fast with our quick and easy guide to speedy synthesis
Issue 336 of Computer Music is on sale now
Build perfect mixing chains and get Bitwig Studio DAW plus LOLCOMP FREE with the new issue of Computer Music magazine
Computer Music 336 August 2024: free downloads
If you've purchased a copy (digital or print)*, you can grab the bonus content to accompany issue 336 of CM here. Just click through to the embedded quiz and answer the questions below…
Musical modes and how to actually use them in your songwriting
Mode to joy? Step-by-step guidance, recommended listening and pro tips
Music theory you can use: pep up your progressions by borrowing chords from parallel keys
Dig yourself out of a diatonic hole
