Twin Function Equaliser

...Reverbs. An across-the-range selection put through their paces, demonstrating both conventional and creative uses...

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Teczon Dub Multi 4x4

Currently the least expensive cassette multitracker to offer simultaneous recording on all four channels.

Samplercheck

Jim Betteridge gets sample minded again

Studio Test

Revolutionary REV-7 reviewed

Effectscheck

A veritable jamboree bag of effects in one rackmounting unit

Fostex X18 Cassette Multitracker

Following in the footsteps of Fostex's X15, their new X18 offers the cheapest and simplest entry to 4-track recording. Dave Lockwood puts it to the test.

For what was supposed to be a universal interface, MIDI has trouble enough staying in touch with itself, let alone the outside world. Tim Goodyer looks at four auxiliary units that set out to improve matters.

Tascam 488 MKII

Rocking, reeling portastudio

A simple-to-build and inexpensive design capable of powering up to 200 microphones!

Getting started on a project to build a MIDI interface for a BBC micro and a DX21 synth

tone controls explained

How to make your own Spectrum sampler for less than £20. The software comes on the tape.

Noise Generators

Noise sound synthesis with practical circuits

Electronic Drum Module and Super Pads

To complete their recent flurry of new products, the Cambridgeshire company have come up with a programmable drum synth module and a set of 'Super Pads' specially designed for it. Nigel Lord takes the system for a trial run.

Aural Exciters

Strange devices that MAKE YOU pay attention.

Samplercheck, Effectscheck

Dave Burrluck on two new arrivals from Utah

MIDI Patchbays

Much has been said about MIDI patchbays and their near indispensability in a modern MIDI setup. Vic Lennard questions their importance and looks at the alternatives.

Interface 3: Front end Razzmatazz

Front End Razzmatazz — stage mixers under the spotlights