With their retro-inspired hardware sampler Tracker, Polyend are bringing the cult ‘alt-DAW’ format into the modern world. But what even is a tracker and how do they work? We answer these questions and explore Polyend’s fantastically fun new hardware instrument in the latest issue.
Plus, we take a look back at some of the best moments of our video series The Track, go in the studio with a trio of boundary-pushing artists, explore the lesser-known uses of Soundtoys’ Effect Rack plugin, and much more besides.
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Interviews
Ital Tek – The Planet Mu mainstay talks soundtracking, effects pedals and creating his excellent new album
Hodge – We talk synths, sci-fi and leftfield techno as the Bristol-based artist releases his debut album, Shadows In Blue
Anthony Baldino – From major Hollywood trailers to experimental modular jams
The Best Of The Track – We take a look back at some of the best moments amongst five years of track breakdowns
Classic Album – DJ Fresh on his crossover DnB epic Escape From Planet Monday
Technique
Trackers – With the launch of Polyend’s retro-inspired sampler, we delve into the fundamentals of trackers and check out some sequencing tips
Producer’s Guide – Exploring the lesser-known capabilities of Soundtoys Effect Rack
Retrospective – We honour the impact of Andrew Weatherall on the vaguely defined realms of indie dance
Reviews
Polyend Tracker
Teenage Engineering PO 170
Teenage Engineering PO 16
VoosteQ Material Comp
AMS Neve RMX 16
Roundup: Free Drum Kits
And more!
Samples
Electro FX – Zaps, lasers, risers and buzzes – we turn to analogue and digital synths of all kinds for this pack of classic electro FX sounds
Granular Drums – Granular synthesis can be great for creating weird and wonderful sounds. We go granular for a pack of unique perc and drum hits
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