Make Music is FACT’s new section devoted to making music anywhere, whether you’re a seasoned producer or a total novice, using an arsenal of analog gear or just your iPhone. Buying software effects ...

If you want to make music on a computer but don’t want to spend any money, free music software is the way to go. Whether you own a PC, a Mac, or an iPad/iPhone, there’s loads of great software out ...

You've loaded your plugins folders with primo free synthesizers and other instruments and maybe even worked out some cool arrangements or tracked some material to ...

This summer, musicians and producers can elevate their sound with 7 free VST plugins worth checking out. From unique synths to versatile effects, these tools offer high-quality audio capabilities ...

Discover 7 free VST instruments and FX that will elevate your music production game. From lush synths to powerful effects, these tools are essential for any sound designer. Perfect for creating ...

Wavosaur is an impressive programming feat, with full support for VSTfx and ASIO. This full-featured audio editing (sans FX) program is a tiny, ultra-efficient, and free package. A portable, ...

I haven't been shy about declaring Arturia's Pigments as my favorite soft synth out there right now. It was great when it was originally announced in 2018. And the free, massive upgrade to Pigments 2 ...

A talkbox modifies the output of an electronic instrument using input from the musician's mouth. Artists like Peter Frampton and Daft Punk have popularized this effect, which is similar to that of a ...

Virtual Studio Technology allows you to incorporate a variety of effects and instruments into your recording projects. VST effects and instruments are called plugins, and are implemented within a ...