Review Polyverse Supermodal

Supermodal by Polyverse combines a classic state-variable filter with a true modal resonator engine - and the results are genuinely inspiring. Deep modulation, 27 modal models, and a musical [...]

Best Creative Filter Plugins

Creative Filter plugins are my preferred tools for sound shaping. A filter with extreme modulation can be thought of as an EQ on steroids. Because of this, you can use filters more creatively [...]

Review DataMind Audio Refractalizer

Refractalizer by DataMind Audio is the most exciting granular synth available right now. It treats granular synthesis as a musical instrument: MIDI-driven grain rates, true sample interpolation [...]

Review Steinberg Cubase Pro 15

Cubase has been my primary DAW for over 20 years - not out of habit, but because it consistently delivers precision, depth, and reliability. From Hitpoint editing and advanced automation to the [...]

Review Sonible Smart Comp3

It’s a perceptual compressor focused on musical balance, transparent control, and practical mixing workflows. What sets it apart is its approach – it shapes dynamics by intent, not by numbers.

Review Lunacy Audio BEAM 2.0

Lunacy Audio BEAM 2.0 is a creative multi-effect designed for inspiring sound design and musical experimentation – a powerful and versatile tool I truly enjoy working with.

Review iZotope Ozone 12

iZotope Ozone 12: IRC 5, Stem EQ, Bass Control, Unlimiter & Master Assistant. The best, most intuitive mastering suite yet – and it easily earns the Sounds of Revolution Award.

Best Mixing and Mastering Plugins

A curated list of the best mixing and mastering plugins - tested over years, refined with input from professional mastering engineers. Highlights include iZotope Ozone, the Weiss Collection, Tone [...]

Review Baby Audio Tekno

Baby Audio Tekno: 18 drum engines, punchy synthesized drums, randomize & humanize functions – a flexible, inspiring drum synth.

Review iZotope RX 11

For me, iZotope RX 11 represents the gold standard in audio restoration, and it absolutely earns the Sounds of Revolution Award.