Donner Essential L1 Review: The Budget Analog Mono That Took Home an Editor’s Choice

Table of Contents I brought the new Donner synth, the Donner Essential L1, into the studio to see if this little compact SH-style mono can keep pace in real sessions where time mat

FiiO K13 R2R Marks One of 2025’s Biggest Hi-Fi Bargains

FiiO is launching the K13 R2R DAC/amp, a desktop unit that combines discrete resistor ladder decoding, high output power, and flexible connectivity in a compact form factor. Positi

ARC Music Festival – House Comes Home: For The Culture, Not the ‘Gram [Event Review]

Above Image Cred Goes To Alana Swarigen, the rest of the photos were taken by Magnetic Magazine Recording’s Artist Discognition, who was on site for the festival. and who provide

PREMIERE: Kazko & Will Vance – Call To Mind (Traumhouse Remix) [Magnetic Magazine Recordings]

We’re excited to bring you the exclusive premiere of Call To Mind (Traumhouse Remix), the latest release on Magnetic Magazine Recordings. The remix arrives officially on Septembe

Midicake ARP Wins Editor’s Choice for Its Creative Power

Table of Contents When I first brought the Midicake ARP into the studio, I expected a clever take on the traditional arpeggiator. What I didn’t expect was an instrument that coul

The 15 Best Disco & Funk Tracks Of August 2025

Welcome to the August Disco & Funk chart. As we transition into Fall, let these 15 tunes keep you moving and grooving. August did not disappoint with the variety of artists th

Josh Wink, Photek, DJ Heather, and More Confirmed for Viva Acid 2025

Images C/O Viva Acid Viva Acid is set to return to Chicago this November, bringing four days of workshops, talks, and performances that celebrate acid house culture in the city whe

Night Breeze Drops Progressive House Single “Desert Rain” After Burning Man

Night Breeze has wasted no time getting back into the studio after returning from Burning Man, and his new single “Desert Rain” marks a strong return to Magnetic Magazine Recor

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Pitchplaylists Review: The Best Way to Pitch Song to Spotify Playlist for Free

Table of Contents If you’re an independent artist, you’ve probably asked yourself: how do I actually get my music heard on Spotify? With millions of tracks uploaded every month

Your Shot, The World’s Only No-Experience DJ Competition, Launches U.S. Edition This Fall

Image Cred: Steve Pillemer For the past fifteen years, Your Shot has given thousands of people in Australia their first real opportunity to step behind the decks. The concept is si

The World’s Largest Music and Philosophy Festival Lands in London

Img Credits Andrew Whitton This September, HowTheLightGetsIn returns to Hampstead Heath with its signature blend of philosophy, debate, and music. Billed as the world’s largest m

How It Was Made: Namatjira – Cala Conta (90Watts + Organic House)

Dutch producer Namatjira has been a familiar name in progressive house for close to twenty years, releasing on respected labels like Anjunadeep, Proton, and 90watts. His music has

How video games have evolved from a niche hobby into a cornerstone of modern entertainment

Gone are the days when the video gaming industry had a nerdy reputation—nowadays, there are about 3.32 billion active gamers worldwide, and the current valuation of the market is

How Baby Audio’s Tekno Plugin Brings Fresh Sound Design Tools

Table of Contents Baby Audio has steadily carved out a lane as one of the most forward-thinking plugin companies in modern production. Known for releases like Smooth Operator, TAIP

Rob Redford Celebrates House’s Origins on “Primitive Electronic Rhythms”

With his newest EP “Primitive Electronic Rhythms“, London-based producer Rob Redford cements his place as one of the UK’s most exciting and authentic voices in deep house. A

Magnetic Mix: Deep Cuddle

An exclusive mix comprised entirely of original, self-penned music from the Chicago DJ and producer. Deep Cuddle is a Chicago-based DJ and producer with over two decades invested i