
What Counts as an AI Song? Chart Rules Explained
AI mastering won't get your track banned from the charts. Full AI vocal synthesis might. Here's the actual line Australia's rules are drawing.

Fast pitch envelopes, faster amplitude decay, and the right oscillator waveform. Here's the real synthesis technique behind every laser sound effect.

Compiling a VST from GitHub sounds like developer territory, but it's more accessible than you think. Here's how to build the SD-1 emulation and similar synths yourself.

Real-time stems and MPC-style pads sound huge on paper. Here's whether the Prime 4 G2 upgrade actually changes how you DJ, or just how you look doing it.

Thinking about entering Friendly-Non Contest #21? Here's the practical breakdown of rules, deadlines, judging criteria, and what past winners got right.

Is your $190 DJ controller actually limiting you, or is it your skills? Here's how to tell the difference before you spend on an upgrade.

Bass pedals lose low end when ordered like guitar chains. Here's the frequency-based logic behind correct bass signal flow, pedal by pedal.

Discounted Push 2 or pricier Push 3? A clear, spec-by-spec breakdown of screens, pads, and standalone mode to help you buy the right controller for your setup.

Converting Kontakt libraries to 16-bit saves space, but does it cost you sound quality? Here's the technical reality and a test you can run yourself.



Three ways to get that JD-990 sound in software: we break down accuracy, CPU cost, and workflow to help you pick the right emulator.