Experimental
Beyond the grid: building sonic worlds with Ex.sses, Hezen, and Ikävä Pii
Discover how Ex.sses, Hezen, and Ikävä Pii use Komplete 26 to turn the DAW into a canvas. Learn their secrets for building sonic worlds and staying weird in music.
Weird by design: HAAi on the limitless potential of Absynth 6
Discover how the Australian artist HAAi uses the new engine in Absynth 6 to create layered atmospheres and immersive soundscapes in her latest track, with new video from Weirdcore.
Mux Mool on Maschine, Opal Drums, and the future of live electronic performance
Mux Mool explains how Maschine drives the sound and performance of Opal Drums, bridging studio precision and live energy with Jon1st.
Avalon Kane explains how Playbox unlocked the sound of Dissension
Avalon Kane used Playbox to shape the sonic chaos of Dissension – here’s how the tool became a co-composer.
Unleash the unexpected with Erosia: a new cinematic sound design instrument
Enhance your music with Erosia, an instrument that combines granular synthesis, experimental sound design, and a bespoke library of textured samples.
10 of the weirdest instruments of all time
Creative musicians have invented some truly weird instruments. Let’s take a look at the 10 weirdest instruments and listen to them in action.
Glitch effects in music production: free download and DIY tutorial
How do you make a glitch sound effect? This guide will take you through everything you need to know and includes free glitch effect samples.
Why upgrade to Guitar Rig 7 Pro? Here’s what’s new
Explore the powerful Guitar Rig 7 Pro, an extensive multi-effects rack and amp simulator with new ICM amps, pedals, and effects for jamming and producing. Learn about the latest features...
Download our top 5 free drone synths for REAKTOR
Create a multiverse of celestial sounds with ambient synths from the User Library
Download our top 5 free FM synths for REAKTOR
Embrace unpredictability with these frequency modulation must-haves from the User Library
5 free cinematic KONTAKT piano libraries
These keyboards aren’t so black and white…
5 free sci-fi sound effect generators for REAKTOR
Trekking across the User Library in search of the very best Blocks and Ensembles for spaced out soundscapes.
5 mysterious (and free) KONTAKT libraries for horror scoring
No cheap tricks here – just five powerful tools for creating chilling atmospheres.
5 free REAKTOR classics you didn’t know you were missing
We unearth some of the best synths, drum machines, and effects from the User Library’s 20-year history.
Telefon Tel Aviv: Sound design, sine waves, and why ‘wrong’ is often right
We sit down with Josh Eustis to dissect the sounds and techniques behind Dreams Are Not Enough
5 free generative sequencers for REAKTOR
We select five of the most interesting – and least predictable – generative sequencers in the User Library.
8 free, futuristic-sounding ensembles for REAKTOR
The 10 best future sounding ensembles free-to-download from the REAKTOR User Library.
Eomac and Kyoka are Lena Andersson
Learn about the collaborative project between Irish producer Eomac and the Japanese artist Kyoka.
8 free breakbeat ensembles for REAKTOR
Exploring beats outside the four-by-four kick drum formula with the best user-made and easy to use breakbeat ensembles available for REAKTOR.
7 free modular ensembles for REAKTOR
A round-up of the most interesting, fun, and unpredictable modular ensembles from the User Library.
The 10 most downloaded free REAKTOR ensembles of 2018
A 2018 roundup of the ten most successful ensembles from the REAKTOR User Library.
Richard Devine: A history of making music
Electronic music pioneer discusses his love for REAKTOR BLOCKS, THRILL, and more.
