Settembre 2025 -

How Massive X Became an Essential Part of My Sound Design and Music Production

Hi, I’m Matthew S, a producer and sound designer constantly exploring new ways to push my music forward. Over the years, I’ve experimented with countless synths, plugins, and virtual instruments, but one plugin has recently become absolutely central to my workflow: Native Instruments’ Massive X. From sound design to final production, Massive X has transformed the way I create, giving me tools ...

Protecting Synthesizers in the Studio: My Experience with Decksaver Covers

Anyone working in a studio, whether a musician, sound designer, or producer, knows how important it is to protect their gear. A synthesizer isn’t just a piece of hardware: it’s an investment, a creative partner, a daily source of inspiration. That’s why, before I even buy a new synth or controller, my top priority is always the same: finding the right protection. And over the years, I’ve ...

Astral Destiny by EarthQuaker Devices: How I Use It in the Studio and Live

When I spend time in my studio, one of the tools that has recently inspired me the most is the Astral Destiny by EarthQuaker Devices. It’s not just a reverb pedal—it’s a whole sonic universe that I lose myself in every time I turn it on. I’ve always been drawn to deep, suspended, almost cinematic atmospheres. The Astral Destiny allows me to create these soundscapes thanks to its eight ...

iZotope Ozone 12 Advanced: My First Impressions and Review as an Electronic Producer

I’ve always been a bit of a sound nerd, I’ll admit it. Ever since I started producing electronic music, more than fifteen years ago now, mastering has been both a fascination and a curse for me. On one side, the magic of giving a track its final shape, on the other, that frustrating feeling of never quite reaching that “radio-ready” level I heard in the records of my idols. Over the years ...

Discover the Shik.tech N32B Slim: The Ultimate Versatile MIDI Controller for Musicians, DJs and Producers

Picture yourself in the heat of a music production session: ideas are flowing, but your MIDI controller is slowing you down with clunky interfaces or limited controls. Enter the Shik.tech N32B Slim, a versatile MIDI controller that transforms chaos into seamless creative flow. As a producer who’s tested countless devices, I can confidently say this compact powerhouse has redefined my ...