Dorico 4 is finally engraving-level notation with MIDI editing powers, in a single tool

As Steinberg’s Dorico 4 matures, at last, we’re seeing a single, elegant tool that produces engraver-quality scores, but also the editing powers you expect from computer music.

Audacity makers clarify data usage – and there’s not reason to dump the editor yet

In a cycle echoing a controversy earlier this year, Audacity’s new parent again released new legal terms which were then seized upon by social media users. Muse Group have clarified those issues publicly and to CDM.

Peter Kirn - July 5, 2021

Use Ableton Live faster with the free Live Enhancement Suite

Day in, day out, a lot of producers spend a lot of time editing in Ableton Live. Here’s a free tool that automates some common tasks so you can work more quickly – easing some FL Studio envy in the process.

Peter Kirn - March 11, 2019

Ableton Live 10.1: more sound shaping, work faster, free update

Peter Kirn - February 6, 2019

DP10 adds clip launching, improved audio editing to MOTU’s DAW

Peter Kirn - February 4, 2019

Free Cakewalk DAW for Windows gets big updates, more stretchy audio

Peter Kirn - October 26, 2018

Reason 10.2: “Yes, finally” to some stuff users want

Peter Kirn - September 26, 2018

There’s a new wave editor for Mac and Windows, and it looks promising

Peter Kirn - February 16, 2017

In-depth: Cubase 9 adds integrated Sampler Tracks, lots more

Peter Kirn - December 8, 2016

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