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New in Arcade: High-Energy Electro and Lovelorn Instrumentals

Need classic electro for your next track? What aboutheart-crushing pads? Or gritty saw pulses that amp up the energy? Check out what’s new in ARCADE.

11 Must-Have Free Music Production Software Downloads

Today, we’re highlighting the best free music production software you can download today, including the best free DAWs and must-have plugins.

Spring vs Plate Reverb: When To Use Each

There are all sorts of reverb plugins with different timbres and colors, but two classic types are modeled off of physical gear: plate and spring.

Interview: How One LA Rocker Put a Microphone on Mars

How one Los Angeles-based rocker named Jason Achilles Mezilis convinced NASA to put a microphone on Mars. An inside look.

7 Best External Hard Drives for Music Production

Whether you’re recording, making beats, or composing with orchestral libraries, it’s crucial to have the right external hard drive when working on music.

The 17 Best Backpacks for Music Producers in 2022

Traveling is an essential part of being a musician and the most important travel item you need is your gig bag, or backpack.

Convolution Reverb 101: 7 Best Plugins and How to Use Them

Convolution reverb can transport a listener to a cathedral, an arena, or a cozy studio. Here’s an explainer and top plugin picks!

These Mother’s Day gifts are for all the musician mommas out there: the guitarists, keyboardists, producers, and everything else in-between.

Listen to Output’s Favorite Next-Level Presets

Check out some of our favorite presets in PORTAL, REV, and more… get inspired here.

Arcade Quickstart

Learn the basics of Arcade in under five minutes. Find sounds, tweak settings, import your own audio and more.

The Ultimate MIDI Controller Buying Guide

MIDI controllers are one of the first purchases in any home studio. Here’s a guide for musicians on how to buy a MIDI controller that’s perfect for you.

Musician Guide: Proven Email Tips to Pitch Blogs and Promoters

Whether you’re writing to a blog, a promoter, or a record label, a well-written email boosts your business as a musician.