Beat Magazine #228 - December 2024

STUDIO MONITORS – Pros and Cons of 20 Current Speakers

Honest sound or whitewash, reference monitor or dazzler? In this special feature, you can find out everything about the characteristics, from neutrality to nearfield and midfield monitors through to active and passive options. Beat shed light on areas of application in music production and film and give tips on optimal selection and placement. Perfect for anyone aiming for professional mixes! Plus a market check of all current active speakers and headphones.

Truth or ... ? Monitoring Myths Clarified

There are many myths and claims surrounding the topic of „monitoring“. They range from the positioning of loudspeakers to the perfect listening level. Beat have checked for you which of them are true and which are complete nonsense.

FREEBIE! Choose Your 2 Favourite Sound Instruments from Applied Acoustics

One software highlight, twice the fun: This month, Beat's friends at Applied Acoustic Systems are giving you two great sound instruments. Whether you‘re into vintage synth sounds, cutting-edge club sounds or experimental soundscapes, you can choose your two favorites from a total of 76 packs. Whatever genre or style you prefer, you‘re guaranteed to find the right inspiration for your musical projects here!

Test: Roland AIRA Compact P-6 – Intuitive Sampling With Sequencer

The P-6 not only perfectly complements Roland‘s Compact series, but also offers an incredible number of functions in a small space. The small box enables direct, intuitive sampling and easy post-processing using the small controls. In combination with the chopping and granular engine, the sequencer and the automation options as well as the performance effects, interesting patterns can be created quickly and easily, especially since the samples can also be played polyphonically. Read the full review in the current Beat issue!

Exclusive discounts & giveaways for Beat readers: Enjoy your advent calendar

It‘s about time! Time for a decent Advent calendar for producers. And that‘s exactly what you get this year! Hidden behind 24 doors are sensational discounts and giveaways worth over 3,000 euros, exclusively for you as a Beat reader. And the best: you can open all the doors at once! Synths, recorders, tutorials, limiters, sound banks ... there‘s something for everyone and everything. Enjoy the offers!

98 Shamanic Pads, Bells & Wooden Drums for Zampler & MPCs

Take part in a sonic ritual and experience the mystical sound of a long gone ancient era. Revenge Of The Maya Gods brings you 98 enchanting pads, glossy bells, wooden drums and traditional shamanic instruments, that create an instant feel of dark and misty vibe, layered with authentic flair of tropical rainforest and occult magic. It’s about time to replace your average synths and drums with true ambience – works for any genre.