Chris Devine

BOOK REVIEW: PUSH TURN MOVE, Interface Design in Electronic Music

If you read our recent review of Patch & Tweak (also published by BJOOKS), you’ll know that we’re absolutely in love with the new series of coffee-table books coming out of this publishing house. The care, attention to detail and (improved) quality of the book’s...

[INTERVIEW] King Khan Distills the Power of Oakland on His First-Ever Solo Outing

Psyche-soul veteran King Khan returns to the scene with his first-ever solo record, backed by the...

Demo Taped On His Layered Recording Process and Learning How to Scale Back

Adam Alexander has a favorite pew at the Antioch Baptist Church North. It’s the one in the...

VIDEO: Drum Mic Comparison with Sterling Microphones

Randy Garcia delivers the final installment of his video series, chronicling some...

Record Review: Busdriver

by Kristian Richards | Jun 4, 2012 | Reviews

Busdriver Beaus $ Eros Los Angeles, CA (Fake Four Inc.) “Melodic, spaced-out funk-hop” Regan Farquhar, better known as Busdriver, has been active on the scene for over a decade now. Since his first...

Record Review: Brave Chandeliers

by Christopher Petro | Jun 4, 2012 | Indie Pop, Indie Rock, Reviews

Brave Chandeliers 11 Escapes Portland, OR (4BC Records) "Youthful, buoyant piano-driven power pop - think Ben Folds meets Maroon 5" It’s been two years since the Portland, OR quartet the Brave...

Record Review: Bowerbirds

by Vanessa Bennett | Jun 4, 2012 | Indie Rock, Reviews

Bowerbirds The Clearing Raleigh, NC (Dead Oceans) “Tender love, emotional insight, and Southern charm” The Bowerbirds are growing up and expanding their repertoire. Their pension for tender...

Review: iConnect MIDI

by Campbell Payne | Jun 1, 2012 | Best Audio Interfaces

Pros: Seemingly magical feature set, low latency, solid construction and utilitarian design. Cons: Won’t charge connected iOS devices, no support for Android devices, not bus powered when connected...

Review: Fender Mustang Floor FX Unit

by Chris Devine | Jun 1, 2012 | Best Guitar Picks, Effects Pedals, & Accessories

Pros: Great amp models, plenty of options, price. Cons: Connection to PC required for real deep editing of patches (but well worth it). Price: $299 Fender's always been known for their instruments...

Review: Epiphone Robb Flynn Baritone Flying V

by Chris Devine | Jun 1, 2012 | Best Bass Guitars, Best Electric Guitars

Pros: Tons of low end, tight sound, perfect for metal. Cons: Playing seated, the shape can be tough to get used to. Looks might not appeal to some. Price: $899 Guitarists have been trying to...

Review: PreSonus BlueTube DP V2

by Chris Devine | Jun 1, 2012 | Best Audio Interfaces, Home Recording

Pros: Small size, simple to use, real tube tone, affordable. Cons: None. Price: $229 Digital recording keeps refining itself with software, but the analog warmth was often relegated to...

Gear Flashback: Prophet-5 Analog Synth

by Benjamin Ricci | Jun 1, 2012 | Best Music Keyboards & Synth Pads

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Manufacturer Profile: G-Sonique

by Garrett Frierson | Jun 1, 2012 | Best DAW Software, Music Recording Plugins & Apps

Creating Unique VST Plug-ins Started in 2007 by two musicians who wanted digital gear that sounded as good as the analog they couldn't afford, G-Sonique has dedicated themselves to making incredible...

Reviews: Stanton M.203 DJ Mixer & SCS.4DJ Digital DJ Mixstation

by Joel Barbieri | Jun 1, 2012 | Live Mixers, Live Sound

M.203 DJ Mixer - $99 Pros: Sturdy construction, clean layout, replaceable crossfader, quality sound. Cons: None. Aspiring DJs - look no further. If you’re looking to get into the DJ game, the M.203...

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