And following on from that, David Ellis takes an in-depth look at how the MIDI system works, and the sort of potential it encompasses.

D'Cuckoo are hardly your average MIDI band: they build their own instruments; they're all women, and they play "post-industrial cyber-tribal world-funk". Paul Tingen investigates.

Parallel Effects Processor

Just four effect

Transistor Power Amplifier Surgery

A Blast From The Past

Mid and Side microphone recording techniques revisited.

The System

In this month's system feature, we focus on sequencing with a human touch: DX7 and SH101 in perfect harmony.

Making A Foot Switch

Switched-on Phil 'the DIY-lithium crystals canna take it, cap'n' Walsh gets pedal powered

A super-screened distribution board that protects against mains transients, ground loops and short circuits - ideal for every electro-musician

Bass Traps

Phone booths into concert halls - if you can ace your bass, that is

Getting Studio Acoustics Right

In major studios or in home setups, a good listening environment is essential. Wilf Smarties presents a practical guide to creating the right space for your sound.

Cheap And Cheerful Sample Creation On The Atari ST

A sneak look at what you could well be buying in the forthcoming financial year

Spraying Dangers

Miking Up Acoustic String Instruments

Casio CZ5000

Casio's latest portable synth

Richard Walmsley goes to Basingstoke to find two Fostex fans

Label Owner.

Jim Betteridge on how to sign yourself up

An OTT survey

a dozen checked

Amplifier

A few simple rules to help you get professional-sounding vocal tracks every time.

Miking up small percussion.