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dBs InstituteOct 9, 2024 9:00:00 AM< 1 min read

VIDEO | Exploring the Hardware Bass 2.0 synth with Erb N Dub

Learn more about the Hardware Bass 2.0 Rompler from its creator Erb N Dub, who joined us ...
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dBs InstituteFeb 16, 2024 8:00:00 PM< 1 min read

VIDEO: Learn the basics of UV Unwrapping in Maya & Photoshop

In this tutorial, dBs Institute BA (Hons) Game Art module leader Jasz Pike helps you ...
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Chris MackinAug 10, 2023 3:54:36 PM7 min read

Jamie Gibney: Solo developing an accessible audio plugin

We sit down with BA (Hons) Sound Design student Jamie Gibney (Pragma Audio) to chat about ...
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Chris MackinApr 24, 2023 8:42:19 AM16 min read

The cutting-edge: Behind the scenes of Innovation In Sound 2023

In anticipation of this year's Innovation in Sound showcase, we get a sneak peek at some ...
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Chris MackinMar 28, 2023 9:04:42 AM5 min read

The best free plugins for film, TV and game scoring

Whether it's intimate, affected pianos, a full-blown orchestra, or somewhere in between, ...
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Chris MackinMar 17, 2023 11:03:53 AM6 min read

8 phenomenal free synths for sound design & composition

The plugin world is dominated by virtual synths, so to help break through the noise, here ...
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Chris MackinMar 2, 2023 3:54:51 PM6 min read

8 free experimental plugins

Is your latest production feeling a little boring? Shake things up with these free ...
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Chris MackinFeb 22, 2023 4:16:28 PM5 min read

7 unbeatable free drum plugins

Ensure your rhythm section is as tight as possible with our favourite free drum plugins.
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Chris MackinFeb 16, 2023 3:46:39 PM7 min read

The 9 best free mixing and mastering plugins

Improve your mixing and mastering workflow without spending a penny, with our favourite ...
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Chris MackinJan 27, 2023 4:26:13 PM4 min read

7 essential free plugins for guitarists

Over the years we've written about a lot of free software for guitarists. Here we present ...
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dBs InstituteNov 10, 2022 8:00:00 AM2 min read

Free Software Friday - Krotos Studio

Free Software Friday is our regular Friday feature here at the dBs blog. We dig the ...
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dBs InstituteSep 2, 2022 12:00:00 AM10 min read

The Best Free Tools for Building Your Own Video Game

We take a look at the best free tools for building your own video game, from the engines ...
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