In the second part of this series, Ben Duncan discusses different types of mains filters and their applications.

SynthCheck

'Jack of all trades, master of none'? Tony Mills explains himself

DrumCheck

A cardboard kit? That doesn't need tuning? And professionals love? Bob Henrit has the facts

Dynamic MIDI control of EQ curves is only one of the creative benefits of this stereo 14-band equaliser, which offers tremendous tone-shaping power to those enlightened enough to explore its functions. Dave Lockwood sees the light and reports back.

Microphone Tips

is video nasty?

Sequencer

Latest in their line of cost-effective gear is Cheetah's MQ8 sequencer. Simon Trask investigates a budget sequencer that incorporates some of the features of the Zyklus MIDI Performance System.

v.2 sequencing software for the Amiga

Amiga owners in new software sequencer shock!

Richard Allan RA8 Monitors and RA12 Sub-Bass Units

By combining two of their compact RA8 monitors with a pair of sub-bass units, RA have come up with an earth-shaking system at a realistic price.

Gem S2 Music Processor

GEM's newest synth, with its polished sound and presentation, could be set to dispel the company's homely image. Martin Russ discovers the multi-faceted GEM S2.

Korg i3 Interactive Music Workstation

When is a home keyboard not a home keyboard? When it's Korg's new interactive music workstation.

The Secret World Tour

A behind the scenes look at how Gabriel steamed up Earl's Court with his hot new stage show.

Ben Duncan explains this most useful gadget.

Roland JD990 Synthesizer

Is Roland's Super JD module simply the best synthesizer they've ever made? Read the review to find out...

Alesis Midiverb 4

The reverb that never dies

Vesta Fire SF100 Space Commander

Spatial expansion can produce very impressive effects without sounding unsubtle. This digital unit gives you a lot of options, but you pay for them!

Aria JX-Plus Guitar & RSB Performer Bass

Software for the Atari Falcon

From D2D2U - tapeless recording on the Falcon

Drumcheck

The big, bold, beautiful sound of a wooden-shelled, craftsman-made piece of drumming perfection — Bob Henrit

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

What makes one recording engineer better than another, and how can you improve your recording engineering skills? In this introduction to a new series on recording techniques, David Mellor outlines an engineer's role in the studio, and explains why a good engineer is so important.

Care & Maintenance