Latest Software Apps Reviews
“In a world where AI is starting to impact in so many areas of tech, it is notable and perhaps refreshing that this gets no mention in this release”: Steinberg Cubase Pro 14 review
Does Cubase still have what it takes to remain at the DAW top table?
“Atomika goes an awful lot further than the original Polivoks”: Cherry Audio Atomika review
If you’ve previously been tempted by a vintage Polivoks monosynth, but never fancied having to translate the front panel, Cherry Audio has something very special for you!
“The experimental effects box and sample mangler you didn't know you wanted… but it's not quite finished”: Torso Electronics S-4 review
You might have to wait a little longer for this long-awaited granular sampler…
“A layered world of modular synthesis, sequencing and more, with fantastic, in-depth features”: KV331 Audio SynthMaster 3 review
Fantastic modulation, in-depth sequencing, huge oscillator and filter power, yet visually appealing and relatively easy-to-use, SynthMaster 3 is the update you've been waiting for
“Still undoubtedly one of the most powerful synths on the market and the new updates help highlight this”: Minimal Audio Current 2.0 review
Current comes with a full rack of Minimal Audio effects and some of the most powerful engines out there…
“Version 8 puts Kontakt right up there front and centre as a performance tool and ideas generator”: Native Instruments Kontakt 8 review
Kontakt 8 turns the iconic sampler into a more creative and inspiring performance tool, with a brand new interface, great-sounding new instrument and lots of composition features
“All the music software you need… but for the price of a mid-level Apple Mac”: Native Instruments Komplete 15 review
Komplete 15 really is everything you ever wanted in music production software, but is it now just too big in both size and price?
“Exceptionally authentic, while also providing sonic depths in a production-ready format”: Cherry Audio P-10 review
It’s time for a welcome return of the soothsayer, as Cherry Audio recreates one of the most legendary analogue behemoths of all time
"Do we really need another virtual analogue synth? If it sounds this good, the answer is yes": Yum Audio Ember review
Yum Audio's Ember is a "vibe-driven" soft synth that promises analogue warmth, vintage textures and rich, characterful sound - and actually delivers
“An amazing sounding product, and very capable thanks to its augmentation in operation, geared towards ultimate creativity”: GForce Oberheim OB-1 review
Reuniting an Oberheim gem with its family soul mates, GForce resurrects another lesser-seen classic. We audition its credentials as a sonic force for good