How focusing on one tool cured writers block, and made one sharp, chilly, ‘stoic’ EP

Tools and technology are often described as obstacles. But sometimes focusing on a tool can refine musical process and composition – as main(void) reveals.

Here’s how the Sensel Morph’s custom touch control works

The Sensel Morph’s specialized touch control lets you apply both multi-touch position and force (how hard you press). Some new and recent videos make it clear how to customize that for your different tools.

Peter Kirn - August 13, 2019

You can make music with test equipment – Hainbach explains

Before modulars became a product, some of the first electronic synthesis experiments made use of test equipment – gear intended to make sound, but not necessarily musically. And now that approach is making a comeback.

Peter Kirn - June 13, 2019

Get going with MOTU’s DP10 with these videos

Peter Kirn - June 3, 2019

The ABCs of Live 10.1: 2 minutes of shortcuts will help you work faster

Peter Kirn - May 29, 2019

Ableton Live 10.1 is out now; here are the first things you should try

Peter Kirn - May 28, 2019

Max TV: go inside Max 8’s wonders with these videos

Peter Kirn - April 11, 2019

How to make a multitrack recording in VCV Rack modular, free

Peter Kirn - March 6, 2019

Your questions answered: Sonarworks Reference calibration tools

Peter Kirn - December 27, 2018

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