Arturia Keylab 88 mk3 – Review
Back with a new universal MIDI controller, Arturia have brought out the Keylab 88 mk3, branded as a “premium keyboard for modern creators”. There’s a host of new features that ...
MiMu Gloves – The Future of Live Music
“I wanted to be able to have something which … was directly from (the) brain – to quickly be able to manipulate sound just by intuitive gestures.” (Where and when ...
Japan’s Influence on Modern Music – Drum Machines to Synths
In the highly competitive and ever-changing arena of music technology, few companies have remained relevant and innovating for decades, becoming mainstays for professionals and enthusiasts alike. Whether you are an ...
Top 10 Gifts For Musicians
Let's face it, when it comes to choosing the right gifts for musicians, artists are picky. Having exact specifications or preferences for a piece of equipment can make it ...
What is a DJ Pool?
A DJ pool is an online service that empowers DJs of any caliber and music lovers to legally download and stream music tracks with utmost convenience. DJ pools typically offer ...
MaestroDMX – The Future of Music and Lighting
In the world of live performances, lighting plays a crucial role in setting the mood and enhancing the overall experience. However, managing lighting systems can be a daunting task, that ...
Beyond Digital Decks – Exploring Unconventional DJ Methods
Modern technology has transformed DJing in ways never imagined possible. Pioneer's CDJs (Compact Disk Jockeys) have found themselves in the hands of renowned producers like John Summit, Peggy Gou, ...
Professional or Home Recording Studios?
Professional Studios or Home Studios? This is the question that many artists ask themselves. A professional studio has all the equipment available in one place and has engineers and technical/sound ...
Vinyl Resurgence and Retro Fashion – A Nostalgic Revolution
Vinyl resurgence brings a nostalgic revival to music and fashion, with records and retro trends dominating the scene. Vinyl's Triumphant Return The resurgence of vinyl records has been one of ...
What Is Mastering?
Mastering is an under-appreciated part of audio post-production that happens after mixing to achieve a high-quality track. Have you ever made a track and even though you have the mix ...
Roland TR-808 – A Hip-Hop Icon
Since its creation in 1980, the Roland TR-808 is a drum machine that has had a monumental impact on hip-hop. It’s known affectionately today as simply the ‘808’. There had ...
Mastering Engineer – The Art Of Audio Mastering
Boris Saint Pierre is Funktasy's in-house Mastering Engineer. In this Funktasy Spotlight, we talk with him about the art of mastering. Experienced with many genres of commercial music, the Canada-born ...
Soundcloud v. Mixcloud – Which Is Better?
SoundCloud and Mixcloud are two similar yet distinct music streaming services that allow users to upload and share tracks. Which you use relies on intent. The good ol’ days of ...
Laptop DJ v. USB Stick DJ – Which Is Better?
‘How to DJ with a laptop’ is what a lot of laptop DJs search for to start. Being a USB Stick DJ, however, is even easier. The act of being ...
Why Top Studio Monitors & Speakers Cost Up To $100,000
A top-quality pair of studio monitors or speakers for recording can easily cost thousands. What you’re paying for is in the science. If you’re building your own recording studio or ...
