Acoustic Drums

Some people look upon the prospect of recording an acoustic drum kit with dread. It needn't be that daunting if you follow a few simple guidelines.

Why It Occurs & How To Prevent It

The release of Jason Rebello's first LP shows him to be more than the tasteful performer the jazz circuit already recognises. Simon Trask talks to one of Britain's leading jazz keyboardsmen.

Start here to avoid disaster and achieve applause. We bring you clues from experienced hands.

Studiomaster Power House Vision 8

Powered mixer with effects

Yamaha Promix

Affordable digital mixer previewed

Rane Mojo Series

Beyond the Groove

Mr Papathanassiou leaps off the cover and speeds headlong to page 23. Pausing merely for an intake of breath he settles in his fave armchair and reads, 'Vangelis has superb keyboard technique...' And smiles.

Later with Jools Holland

Behind the scenes at TV’s premier music show

Mixer

The anti-christ of studio recording, Dave Goodman, talks to Chas de Whalley

Miking Percussion

what to put and where

Turbo-charged recording techniques

Janet Angus and Mark Dearnley discuss various facets of the recording industry including his production work with AC/DC.

A chance to catch up on the new products you may have missed at last month's British Music Fair.

Soundcraft Spirit Automated Mixer

Behind the scenes on the tour of one of the world's most popular live bands

Scanner I And II Radio Mic Systems

Thomas Dolby is back after a four year break, without the mad professor image but with an excellent new album in Astronauts & Heretics, his most personal recording to date. Paul Tingen spoke to him about the long road from solo synthesist to globe-trotting collaborator.

Home recording goes modular.

What to expect at the Big Show in June