Software

The second part of the series in which Martin Russ explains how to get the most out of your Atari ST computer.

Improvements and additions to the SY77 concept have produced a new instrument — the SY99. Martin Russ Looks at Yamaha's new flagship synth.

Musical Environments

Part 3: Musical environments. The final part of a short series in which Martin Russ expands, exploits and explores the Atari ST computer.

Just as musicians have day jobs, so companies in the music industry often have activities outside the field, writes Martin Russ.

Brother PDC100 Sequencer

Martin Russ tries out Brother's latest hardware sequencer.

Martin Russ speculates on the end of the music industry as we know it.

Resotek Virtual Wave Software

Martin Russ investigates a software synthesis program that offers a wealth of new sounds for under £100.

Frohlich Freestyle Accompanist Software

Martin Russ gets to grips with Freestyle, an auto-accompaniment program with a winning combination of flexibility and customisation options.

Sample Editing Software For The ST

Martin Russ edits, analyses, time corrects and synthesizes as he explores the features of the Steinberg's Avalon software.

Lexicon LXP15 Effects Processor

The Lexicon name is synonymous with high quality effects and extensive MIDI control. Martin Russ finds the LXP15 well up to scratch.

Could the arrival of new storage media such as magneto-optical disks change the way we perceive music?

Style In Control

Emu's eagerly awaited new keyboard has arrived! Martin Russ examines the Proteus Master Performance System and discovers that the good design extends far beyond the exterior...

Friend-Chip K..AT

You've tried the mouse; now check out its computer-friendly feline counterpart, which offers remote control of Atari keyboard equivalents. Martin Russ prowls around the Friend-Chip K..AT.

Voice Crystal SY77 Disks 1 & 2

Martin Russ takes a break from programming sounds and auditions someone else's instead.

Fractal Music Composer

Martin Russ looks at a program that generates music from chaos.

Why 16-bit/44.1 kHz sampling doesn't necessarily equal CD audio quality.

Emu Proteus Master Performance System

Martin Russ continues his in-depth look at Emu's new keyboard.

Sampling clichés and how to avoid them.

Arranging/Sequencing Software

Martin Russ tries adding a French accent to his music, with Feeling Partner's blend of arranging, harmonising and sequencing for the ST.

Improvisation Software

Auto-accompaniment software seems to be growing up, offering real interaction and creativity in place of tacky preset patterns. Martin Russ looks at Improviser, an ST program that does just what its name suggests.

You may know what the letters 'AAD' or 'DDD' on your CDs mean, but did you know that you won't be seeing them anymore? And just how much information is relevant or useful to the listener?

Peavey DPM2 & DPM3SE Plus

Peavey's DPM3 synth now has a little brother in the DPM2, and the DPM3 itself has been upgraded with new features that increase its powers dramatically. Martin Russ looks at a dynamic duo.

Martin Russ is your guide to the world of music on the Atari ST, in this new monthly column...

Rhythm Sound And Artist Cards

Martin Russ looks at how Yamaha have drummed up card support for their successful RY30 drum machine, with new cards containing the sounds and rhythms of big name drummers.

Samplers generate their own specialised jargon — so here's a quick guide to help guide you through some commonly used terms.