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• The Incredible iLoud Precision 6 MK II with ARC X – 2025 Editor’s Choice Award Winner

  28-12-2025 20:12 via magneticmag.com
  Table of ContentsBuild Quality: Compact, Serious, and Quietly ConfidentSound Quality: Honest, Controlled, and DeepLow EndMidrangeHighsARC X Calibration: The Room Finally Joins the TeamLogic Pro X IntegrationWho This Is ForCompetitors: How It Stacks UpiLoud Precision 6 MK II SpecsLiving With Them:Final Thoughts: Editor’s Choice, EarnedFlipping out monitors in your studio is like breaking up with someone: you have doubts and a roller coaster of emotions. I recently made the switch from a set
  
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• The Awe Inspiring Union Audio Elara.6 – Review By Magnetic and Junior Sanchez

  28-12-2025 17:53 via magneticmag.com
  In the world of boutique analog mixers, there are only a handful of names that command instant respect. Union Audio is one of them. Founded by Andy Rigby‑Jones—best known for his pivotal role in designing legendary mixers for Allen & Heath (think Xone:92 and its peers) and PLAYDifferently Model series with Richie Hawtin—Union Audio has quietly but confidently become the go‑to for purists and audiophiles who demand nothing but the best. Based in Cornwall, UK, their rep
  
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• The Best Gear For Music Producers That Released In 2025: Magnetic Magazine’s Editor’s Choice Award

  27-12-2025 20:41 via magneticmag.com
  Every year, we spend an unreasonable amount of time putting new gear into real situations and seeing what actually holds up once the excitement fades and the work starts. Some products feel impressive for a few days, some look good on a spec sheet, and some quietly become part of the routine without ever asking for attention. By the end of 2025, the difference between those groups was obvious.This list brings together the pieces of gear that earned their place through daily use, long sessions, a
  
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• The Future of Music Promotion Platforms in the Streaming Era

  27-12-2025 18:18 via magneticmag.com
  The music industry has fully crossed into a streaming-first economy, and after more than a decade of transition, the consequences are now impossible to ignore. Global recorded-music revenue surpassed $30 billion in 2024 and is projected to approach $45 billion within the next five years, yet the real story sits beneath those headline figures. Independent music now accounts for roughly 40 percent of recorded-music revenue, signaling a structural shift in who holds leverage across the industry.Tha
  
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• Best Digital Record Pools for DJs Who Perform Live

  23-12-2025 22:26 via magneticmag.com
  All Product Images Courtesy OfTheir Respective Brands And Are Used For Promotional Purposes Only. Above Image C/O Magnetic Magazine Recording Artists Discognition at Arc 2025.
  Quick BreakdownDJcityBPM SupremeClub KillersDigital DJ PoolHeavy HitsHeadliner Music ClubFranchise Record PoolBest for high-volume coverage and frequent gigsFAQ about Record Pools for DJsDigital record pools for DJs play a quiet but essential role in how modern DJs prepare, perform, and stay relevant. For club DJs, open-fo
  
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• Learn The Essentials Of How Editorial and Algorithmic Playlists Impact Your Streaming Revenue

  23-12-2025 19:13 via magneticmag.com
  If you have ever released a track and then watched Spotify for Artists like it was a heartbeat monitor, you already understand how central playlists are to the entire streaming ecosystem. Streams rarely arrive in a straight line, and they almost never come from a single source. Understanding how editorial and algorithmic playlists impact your streaming revenue can make or break the early stages of an artist’s professional career.
  Spotify responds to patterns, engagement, and consistency, a
  
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• How SEBS Learned to Let the Room Lead the Set

  22-12-2025 20:26 via magneticmag.com
  SEBS and Sohail close out 2025 on MoodCollective with Nah, a club-ready single that marks their debut on the MOOD sublabel and caps off the label’s year. Released on December 12, the track leans into a direct, high-energy framework built for peak moments, pairing a rolling groove with a rap vocal that locks quickly into the room.For SEBS, Nah represents a turning point in confidence and execution. The record came together fast and began circulating almost immediately, reinforcing an approa
  
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• How Sohail Built Trust in Muscle Memory Behind the Decks

  22-12-2025 20:25 via magneticmag.com
  SEBS and Sohail close out the year on MoodCollective with Nah, a high-impact club record that signals a new chapter for both artists. Landing on December 12, 2025, the release marks their debut on Nicole Moudaber’s MOOD sublabel and arrives as the final MoodCollective cut of the year.Built around a rolling groove and a direct rap vocal, Nah reflects a shared focus on dancefloor momentum and instinctive energy. For SEBS, the track represents a fast-moving creative breakthrough that gained t
  
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• Native Instruments Traktor MX2 Review – An Editor’s Choice Controller Perfect for Creative DJing

  22-12-2025 20:11 via magneticmag.com
  Native Instruments has a reputation that works against them and in their favor at the same time.
  They release some of the best software-based instruments in the game all the time (like, they have an insane release calendar every year of VSTs and Kontakt libraries). But when it comes to hardware, they’re a bit more selective; when they drop something new, it’s usually from a particular perspective. They do not flood the market with controllers every year, so when a new one comes out,
  
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• Inside Talal’s Delta EP and the Methods Behind His Sets

  22-12-2025 18:44 via magneticmag.com
  Talal steps into a new chapter on White Rose Records with Delta and Thrilla, a focused two track release which dropped on December 26. The EP builds on the direction he has been carving across labels like Renaissance and Spectrum and shows a clear attention to detail in how each idea develops. The title track moves with a steady sense of control while Thrilla leans into a brighter progression.Snag The Release Right HereThe interview that follows gives a practical look at how he prepares for sets
  
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• The Absolute BEST Electronic Dance Music Albums of 2025

  22-12-2025 17:40 via magneticmag.com
  2025 was quite the year for music. Before we turn the page to 2026, let’s take one last look at some of the albums that made this year so special.You may remember that I did one of these lists midway through the year – some of those albums will be on this list as well. But, with just how strong the second half of the year was (three of these inclusions came out on the same day – July 11th), I couldn’t resist doing one more list and shining some more light on some absolute
  
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• VISION Celebrates Two Decades of Forward-Thinking Bass Music with a 40-Track Compilation

  22-12-2025 11:00 via magneticmag.com
  The legendary bass music label VISION has just hit their 20th anniversary, and they’re celebrating in style – with a massive compilation.What began as a space for bass music pioneers Noisia to explore ideas without compromise has, over two decades, evolved into a platform defined by ambition, meticulous sound design, and long-term thinking. The anniversary release reflects that evolution with clarity, presenting a carefully curated selection of tracks that mark key moments in the lab
  
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• Sidechaining in Ableton 12: A Creative Guide That Goes Way Beyond The Basics

  19-12-2025 23:17 via magneticmag.com
  Sidechaining in Ableton Live 12 gets talked about constantly, but most explanations stop at the same surface-level walkthrough. Load a compressor, select a kick (if you need a few more great kicks, check out the free sample pack we made with Black Octopus), dial in some settings, and move on. That approach works, but it rarely explains why sidechaining feels inconsistent across projects or why certain tracks lose momentum the moment the kick drops out.In my own sessions, sidechaining plays a muc
  
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• Discognition Delivers a Late-Night Take on Eli & Fur’s Air

  19-12-2025 22:22 via magneticmag.com
  Eli & Fur’s Air (Remixes) lands as a year-closing release on NYX Music, but the real spotlight here falls on Discognition. Selected as a top winner from the duo’s official remix competition with Audius, Discognition’s version reframes “Air” through a lens that feels patient, controlled, and quietly confident.Rather than pushing for immediacy, Discognition leans into pacing and texture. The remix moves with a soft rhythmic sway, introducing subtle breakbeat eleme
  
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• How Mathame Let Real Life Shape Their DJ Sets and Visual Concepts

  19-12-2025 18:34 via magneticmag.com
  Mathame’s work has always extended beyond the mechanics of DJing. Their sets, visuals, and pacing reflect a broader creative posture shaped by life outside the club, from personal relationships to moments of stillness and recalibration. That perspective has become increasingly visible in how they approach the booth, favoring space, restraint, and emotional continuity over constant escalation.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Mathame (@mathame_)
  That mindset now finds a clear fram
  
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• P.F. Flyers and Engineered Garments Deliver Clean Streetwear for DJs

  19-12-2025 18:26 via magneticmag.com
  For DJs and producers, what you wear ends up mattering more than people admit. Long studio sessions, late nights, load-ins, travel days, and cramped booths demand clothing and footwear that hold up without calling attention to themselves. That is where the P.F. Flyers x Engineered Garments Grounder Slip-On lands in a very natural way.This collaboration takes a shoe with real utility roots and refines it into something that works in the same environments DJs and producers actually move through ev
  
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• Fosi Audio Holiday Sale Makes Modular HiFi More Accessible

  19-12-2025 18:22 via magneticmag.com
  Fosi Audio has built its reputation on doing one thing very well: delivering straightforward, well-engineered audio gear that prioritizes performance over hype. Their December Holiday Sale leans into that same philosophy, offering meaningful discounts across amplifiers, DACs, and system bundles that actually make sense for real-world listening setups rather than flashy, one-off deals.Running from December 12 through December 25, the sale covers up to 30 percent off across Fosi Audio’s glob
  
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• inMusic Prepares to Open Its 2025 Holiday Flash Sale

  19-12-2025 18:08 via magneticmag.com
  Image Credits: InMusicinMusic has entered the main Holiday Sale period for 2025, shifting from the Black Friday surge into a structured set of December offers across AIR Music Tech, Akai Professional, BFD Drums, Moog Music, and HeadRush FX. The seasonal promotions run through the end of the year, giving producers a clear window to secure discounted instruments, effects, expansions, and drum libraries during one of the busiest project months on the calendar.The Holiday Sale applies different pric
  
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• Crazy P on Playing Older Records Without Turning Backward

  19-12-2025 18:02 via magneticmag.com
  Crazy P have always approached DJing with the mindset of musicians rather than archivists. Their sets move fluidly between eras, not as an exercise in nostalgia, but as a way of keeping club culture connected to its roots while remaining present in the moment. Older records are never treated as artifacts. They are tools that still function, provided they are placed with care.With decades of record-buying behind them, the group carry a deep internal reference library shaped by early 90s house, di
  
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• Petals In Sound Debuts on Fortunea Records with New EP “Days”

  19-12-2025 13:28 via magneticmag.com
  Fortunea Records has somehow always managed to find artists at the moment their voice clicks into focus, and Petals In Sound feels very much like that kind of artist.The alias of UK-based producer and DJ Louise Baldwin, the project carries the imprint of lived-in dancefloor experience and careful, patient studio work. After more than a decade immersed in South East London’s club culture, Baldwin relocated to Crosby, Liverpool, where a slower rhythm and the enforced stillness of the 20
  
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• A Look Into the Only Open-Source DJ Software On the Market: A Conversation with the Mixxx Team

  19-12-2025 12:00 via magneticmag.com
  When we first learned about Mixxx, it almost seemed too good to be true.Built entirely as a free, open-source platform, Mixxx has quietly grown into one of the most capable and flexible DJ applications available today. It’s powerful enough for club performance, yet accessible to anyone with a laptop and a love of mixing. Oh, and because it’s open-source, it’s entirely customizable. There’s no way a piece of software like this should even work – but it does.
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• Prisma Deer Releases Disco-Infused House Track “Fou de Joie” to Finish 2025

  19-12-2025 11:06 via magneticmag.com
  Prisma Deer is closing out 2025 with a release that reflects both confidence and curiosity.
  The label boss of Cross Fade Records steps back behind the controls with “Fou de Joie”, a track that pushes his sound into a distinctly cosmic disco space while remaining firmly grounded in the physical pull of the dancefloor. Built around a bold, expressive Moog bassline, the record moves with optimism and momentum, its energy driven as much by groove as by atmosphere.As the track u
  
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• Rod Brito Explains How Timeless Tracks Still Win on the Dancefloor

  18-12-2025 23:36 via magneticmag.com
  There is a clear difference between DJs who chase what is circulating and those who listen for what lasts. Rod Brito has always fallen into the second category. His selections and productions tend to prioritize structure, emotional pacing, and long-term resonance over immediate impact, which has quietly shaped his presence on dancefloors for decades.That approach runs directly through Waves Like This, his latest EP on Red Room. Released on November 21, 2025, the record reflects a deeper listenin
  
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• Pat Lok Talks Pressure, Focus, and Trusting Experience Behind the Decks

  18-12-2025 23:23 via magneticmag.com
  Pat Lok has spent enough time behind the decks to know that things rarely go exactly as planned. From technical mishaps to unpredictable rooms, his approach has become less about controlling every variable and more about staying grounded when things go sideways. That mindset comes through clearly in this conversation, where he talks openly about pressure, presence, and learning how to keep moving forward when the booth turns chaotic.That perspective arrives alongside the release of Spectrum (Rem
  
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• From Campsite to Cozy Retreat: Why a Campground Cabin Pays Off All Winter

  18-12-2025 22:49 via magneticmag.com
  Winter has a way of transforming campgrounds into peaceful, snow-covered retreats where the world feels quiet and calm. For many travelers, the idea of staying in a cabin during the coldest months combines the charm of nature with the comfort of a warm, private space. Whether guests want a restful holiday escape or a long weekend away from city life, a winter cabin offers a level of convenience that tents and RVs simply cannot match during harsh weather. Many travelers also take this opportunity
  
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• STATE Talk Community, Club Culture, and Why Scenes Still Need Physical Space

  18-12-2025 17:51 via magneticmag.com
  STATE approach club music as something shaped through proximity, shared rooms, and long nights spent alongside other DJs rather than through distant online exchange. Originally from France and now based in London, the duo developed their sound inside a tight local network, where regular booth sharing and in-person feedback played a direct role in how their records and performances took form.Pre-Save and Stream The Release HereThat grounding carries through to their recent remix work for Nhii and
  
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• De La Groove Releases New Compilation “PANORAMA”, Provides Essential Tips for Running a Record Label

  18-12-2025 15:06 via magneticmag.com
  De La Groove’s “PANORAMA” compilation has arrived, and it’s wonderful.As we’d expect from the French label, it’s a carefully assembled reflection of where house music stands right now and where it might be headed next. Featuring 13 tracks from a blend of established artists and rising voices, the release moves fluidly through deep grooves, atmospheric passages, and high-energy club rhythms. Funk, jazzy house, garage, and deeper strains all sit comfor
  
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• Nanoleaf Smart Multicolor Floor Lamp Review – Ambient Lighting That Actually Works in a Studio

  18-12-2025 01:23 via magneticmag.com
  One of the things I underestimated for years as a producer was how much lighting affected my ability to stay focused during long sessions. I went through phases of overhead lights that felt exhausting after an hour, desk lamps that created glare on screens, and RGB setups that looked good for photos but felt distracting once the work actually started. At some point, I realized I wanted lighting that could sit in the room quietly, support the space visually, and then get out of the way.That was t
  
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• Solarstone presents. Pure Trance Radio Episode 470

  17-12-2025 21:28 via puretrance.com
  This week’s show features an archive Solarstone mix from 2004.
  One Man Army – The Anthem [JOOF]
  Bobina – Lazy World [Deep Blue]
  Yanave – Amythyst [Deep Blue]
  Sam Snap – Fever [White Label]]
  Vercetti – In Control [Lange Recs]
  Solarstone & Scott Bond – 3rd Earth [Made In England]
  Inner & Outer – Paroxetine [Deep Blue]Jungle Breeze – Mystery Island [White Label]
  Adam White – Ballerina [White Label]
  Recluse – Emotional Void [D
  
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• Why SOUNDBOKS Keeps Winning Holiday Gift Guides for Music Lovers

  17-12-2025 17:54 via magneticmag.com
  When people talk about party speakers, the conversation usually drifts toward volume first.
  That makes sense, but it misses the bigger picture of what actually makes a system work in real life. Portability, battery life, durability, and how easily everything connects end up mattering just as much once the music starts and no one wants to babysit gear. That is where SOUNDBOKS has carved out its lane, and why it keeps showing up in serious holiday gift conversations year after year.Rather than cha
  
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• Felix Kessler and Alex Drift Provide Two Unique Takes on SITARA & Alex Drift’s “Chase The Moment”

  17-12-2025 17:33 via magneticmag.com
  SITARA & Alex Drift‘s “Chase The Moment” was always built around motion (emotional, lyrical, physical) and with two new remixes recently landing, the track now reveals just how far that motion can travel. Rather than competing visions, the reworks by Felix Kessler and Alex Drift feel like parallel paths branching from the same core idea, each illuminating a different version of forward momentum.Felix Kessler’s remix, released on December 5th, refra
  
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• 7 Of The Best Social Media Marketing Tools for Music Producers, DJs, and Artists To Try

  16-12-2025 20:49 via magneticmag.com
  Table of ContentsHootsuiteLaterBufferMetricoolSprout SocialPlanolySocialBeeAbove Image Cred: Courtesy Of Magnetic Magazine Recordings’ Artist Discognition. Product Image Cred Courtesy Of Respective Brands
  If you are an artist trying to stay visible online, you already know social media can feel like a second full-time job, and having access to social media marketing tools for music producers can really make or break your career (and more importantly, your time and mental health).
  I have sp
  
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• Kujo on Performing at III Points With L-Acoustics DJ

  16-12-2025 20:27 via magneticmag.com
  For nearly a decade, III Points has treated sound system design as a core part of its identity, not an afterthought. Every stage at the festival has been powered by L-Acoustics for eight consecutive years, establishing a consistent technical foundation across the site and positioning Mana Wynwood as a testing ground for new approaches to large-scale electronic music playback. That long-term collaboration set the stage for more ambitious experiments in how DJs interact with sound in a live enviro
  
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• How Learning Chord Progressions Speeds Up Your Music Production Workflow Right Now

  16-12-2025 20:25 via magneticmag.com
  Table of ContentsThe Building Blocks: Chords, Keys and ScalesWhat Are Chords and ProgressionsKeys and Scales: Setting the FrameworkChord Progressions and EmotionMajor and Minor MoodsTension and ReleaseModes, Borrowed Chords and Advanced ColourHow Learning Progressions Boosts Production SpeedLess Trial and ErrorBetter Hooks and MelodiesCollaboration and Communication BenefitsConclusionWhen I started producing, the biggest bottleneck in my workflow came from moments where I had no idea where to ta
  
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• Lunacy Taps and Portals Brings Wild Delays (…And Why It Easily Won Editor’s Choice)[Review]

  16-12-2025 19:50 via magneticmag.com
  Table of ContentsEditor’s Choice AwardTaps Multi-Tap Delay Engine and Timing ControlPitch, Tape Processing, and Per-Tap Control in TapsPortals Feedback Architecture Inside BEAMWorkflow, Presets, and Practical ConsiderationsDelay plugins are one of those things I reach for constantly, but I also tend to get frustrated with them faster than I expect. I will dial something in that feels good for a bar or two, then either the repeats disappear into the background or they start taking over the
  
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• Free Music Promotion Tools That Actually Work for Independent Artists

  16-12-2025 19:20 via magneticmag.com
  Table of ContentsOne SubmitDaily PlaylistsPitchPlaylistsSoundplateThematicHonorable MentionsIndependent artists are constantly searching for free music promotion tools that actually work, especially when budgets are tight and expectations are high. I’ve spent years testing platforms, submission tools, planning software, and creator networks to figure out which free music promotion tools actually move the needle. Many options promise exposure but deliver very little in return, making it har
  
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• Amsterdam-based DANN is spearheading the new generation of club promoter and artist..

  16-12-2025 16:42 via magneticmag.com
  DANN creates parties in unique spaces with legendary energy and innovationIn an electronic music landscape constantly seeking the next wave, producer and DJ DANN is making waves not just with his sound, but with how he brings it to the people. Following the release of his vibrant new single, “Make Us Wanna Dance,” a track that deftly navigates the intersection of classic House and the raw, swinging energy of UK Garage, we caught up with the Amsterdam-based artist for an in-depth conv
  
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• End-of-the-year interview with Solarstone

  16-12-2025 15:03 via puretrance.com
  Hi Rich! What’s up, how are you doing?Rich: “Hello thereI’m doing ok thanks, gearing up for Xmas, which is kind of fun now we have a toddler in the house, it’s all new bikes and Thomas the Tank Engine here!”
  We’re approaching the end of 2025. Looking back on it, what’s the first word that comes to mind and why?Rich: “Intense. The music business never slows down, only ever gets more challenging and demanding – and now that Paula & I have l
  
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• Gadi Sassoon Releases Forward-Thinking Live Performance Video for Latest Album “Modes of Vibration”

  16-12-2025 11:00 via magneticmag.com
  Few artists move as fluidly between music, computation, and visual art as Gadi Sassoon.
  His new live performance video for his latest album “Modes of Vibration” makes that unmistakably clear, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at the sculptural synthesizer that anchors the project: an instrument built from metal, code, and acoustic experimentation, designed to make sound visible in real time.This instrument, if we’re being honest, sounds like science fiction – an
  
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• Native Instruments and iZotope Launch Holiday Sale With Free Plugins and Storewide Savings

  15-12-2025 21:12 via magneticmag.com
  Native Instruments and iZotope have officially launched their 2025 Holiday Sale, offering a combination of free plugins and tiered discounts across their catalogs. Running from December 15, the promotion is positioned as an end-of-year upgrade window for producers, mixers, and DJs looking to expand their toolkits while also lowering the barrier for newer users through limited-time free releases.At the center of this year’s campaign are two complimentary products: a new Massive X expansion
  
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• ARC On-Ear Review: IK Multimedia Just Solved Headphone’s Biggest Mixing Problem (And Took Home An Editor’s Choice Award For It)

  15-12-2025 20:54 via magneticmag.com
  Table of ContentsWhy ARC On-Ear Brought Home The Editor’s Choice AwardARC ON·EAR and the Practical Problem It TargetsThe workflow value of hardware buttonsHeadphone Calibration and How It Changes My DecisionsStudio Simulation, Crossfeed, and Translation ChecksHardware Design, Connectivity, and Audio PerformanceControl Software, Presets, and Who Gets the Best ResultsI have spent years trying to get a dependable headphone monitoring chain that I can trust across laptops, travel setups
  
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• MIXX Revival 55 Turntable Review for Beginners and Casual Vinyl Listeners

  15-12-2025 20:31 via magneticmag.com
  Table of ContentsHow the design fits into an actual living spaceGetting records spinning without overthinking itBluetooth and how it changed how I used itBuilt-in speakers and realistic expectationsPortability as an actual use caseWho the MIXX Revival 55 Turntable is actually forWhen I first brought the MIXX Revival 55 turntable into my studio (man cave), I tried to approach it the same way I would if a friend asked me whether it made sense for their living room, not whether it could hang with a
  
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• 5 Presents to buy your electronic music loving relative this summer..

  15-12-2025 16:57 via magneticmag.com
  If you’re related to a techno lover in Berlin… Or a UKG obsessive in South London. We can help with Christmas.Buying Christmas presents is hard right? That’s why, we usually stick to the old faithfuls.. Socks, underwear, aftershave or if you’re lucky.. a bottle of something. But we’re here to help you, get something genuinely good – for the person in your life who lives and breathes electronic music..
  If you’ve got an electronic music fan in your life w
  
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• How It Was Made: Truthlive feat. Erica Ambrin – Surrender

  15-12-2025 12:57 via magneticmag.com
  Truthlive has built a reputation for blending deep house frameworks with electronic soul, R&B, and hip-hop sensibilities, leaning heavily on groove and musicality. Much of his work sits in a lineage that values feel, swing, and texture, drawing as much from beat culture as it does from club systems. His latest single “Surrender,” featuring Erica Ambrin, lands on Mise En Place, a label known for its careful curation and ear for understated, soulful electronic music.For this How It
  
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• The 15 Best Tech House Tracks of 2025

  15-12-2025 12:20 via magneticmag.com
  Looking back on 2025, tech house existed in a familiar tension. On one side, a genre so clearly defined it risks looping in on itself. On the other, a steady run of records that quietly reaffirmed why DJs keep returning to it. This was less a year of reinvention and more one of refinement. Fewer dramatic pivots, more attention paid to groove, restraint, and records that actually function over time.Of course, lists like this are inherently a little silly. There are hundreds, possibly thousands, o
  
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• Dreambus shares uniquely deep, hypnotic and stunning new two-track “Stranger/ Visions”

  14-12-2025 12:27 via magneticmag.com
  Dreambus combines deep hypnotic bass with lush, emotional lead vocalsReturning with a seriously deep, hypnotic and undeniably beautiful two track EP, Stranger / Visions, London-based producer and DJ Dreambus, shares a masterclass in atmospheric and rhythm-focused deep melodic house. More than just a pair of club tracks, this double-sided single showcases a cinematic production style that transforms the dancefloor experience into an emotionally charged journey.Dreambus constructs his soundsc
  
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• iLoud Sub Combines Ultra-Compact Design With Room-Calibrated Bass

  13-12-2025 00:13 via magneticmag.com
  Img Cred: IK MultimediaThe hardest part of getting low end right in a small studio usually has nothing to do with taste. It comes down to space, placement, and translation. Subwoofers promise extension, but they often introduce new problems – exaggerated lows, phase issues, or a setup process that feels like guesswork. The iLoud Sub takes a different approach by focusing on accuracy, automation, and footprint first, then building power and extension around those priorities.Designed to slot
  
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• Award Shows to Watch at The 2026 NAMM Show

  12-12-2025 20:41 via magneticmag.com
  Imd Cred: The NAMM ShowThe 2026 NAMM Show is shaping up to include several major award ceremonies that highlight different corners of the music and pro audio industry. From live production and recording technology to artist recognition and retail excellence, these events take place across Anaheim and nearby venues during the week of NAMM. Below is a preview of the key award shows announced so far, along with dates and locations to help with planning.TEC Awards, Bass Magazine Awards, and Live Pro
  
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• Eurostep Deliver Focused Club Pressure With ‘Freedom’ on 303Lovers

  12-12-2025 18:40 via magneticmag.com
  Eurostep return with ‘Freedom’, a new single out now on 303Lovers, and it lands as a clear statement of intent from the Los Angeles duo. The track leans fully into late-night club utility, built around forward motion, tension, and control rather than excess detail or dramatic arrangement shifts. From the opening bars, it signals exactly where it belongs and what it is designed to do.Since forming in LA in 2018, Eurostep have carved out a lane that balances melodic sensibility with to
  
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• Nickon Faith Explains How Digging Shapes His New ‘Synthesis’ Release

  12-12-2025 18:36 via magneticmag.com
  Images Courtesy Of Nickon Faith PressNickon Faith has been moving steadily through the left-field corners of electronic music, and his new ‘Synthesis’ EP on Manual Smiles lands as another clear step forward. The project follows the momentum he started with last year’s ‘Digital Moss’ release on the same imprint, a record that earned support from HAAi, Jen Cardini, John Digweed, and a long list of selectors who gravitate toward dense rhythmic patterns and detailed pro
  
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