D16 PunchBox 2 is a surprisingly deep sequel to the brutal kick plug-in classic

D16’s kick plug-in PunchBox was already a legendary drum weapons development laboratory, full of layers of crunchy, cruel, wonderful sounds. The Polish developer isn’t messing with that formula, but they’ve packed more than just a few extras into the long-awaited V2 update. It’s just in time for us to work out any aggression with kicks.

It’s not too late to get these post-holiday deals on hardware, software

Winter is far from over. Or, erm, summer; I don’t know which hemisphere you’re in. You need to prep for what’s ahead by stocking up on music gear and software now. I am the voice of your Gear/Plugin Acquisition Syndrome, and this is my hand-picked list.

Peter Kirn - January 2, 2025

Nepheton 2 is here: D16’s perfect, booming 808 recreation joins 909

This is what many drum machine fans were waiting for: following their remade 909, D16 has its 808 plug-in reboot, and it looks and sounds gorgeous. Here’s what’s new.

Peter Kirn - December 4, 2023

D16’s Drumazon 2 review: a must-have 909-inspired drum machine plug-in

Peter Kirn - November 2, 2023

Arturia goes 303: Acid V bassline synth hands-on – all the tweaks and extras

Peter Kirn - August 22, 2023

808 Day round-up: music, deals, downloads and … a Roland BMX bike?!

Peter Kirn - August 8, 2023