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.

Best Distortion Plugins

These Plugins offer saturation to thicken, add warmth, draw pieces out of the mix, and create signature sounds. You may turn regular sounds into something utterly fresh and weird using some of [...]

Review Sonible Smart Comp 2

For quick fixes and deep mix sculpting alike, Sonible Smart Comp 2 impresses on all fronts. The AI suggestions don’t get in the way but provide a useful launchpad.