Today is August 8, and you know what that means: it's the music tech world's annual excuse to sing the praises of history's most iconic drum machine. This year, the legendary Roland TR-808 turns 45, ...

The kick drum, or bass drum, is the powerhouse behind the music. In a club, it’s the kick that’s nailing the four to the floor, and at a rock gig it’s the kick that’s making your chest compress. This ...

Few portable Bluetooth speakers in the $100 price range are as large as Soundfreaq's Sound Kick 2. The $99.99 speaker uses its larger dimensions to allow for more stereo separation, and it includes a ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Step 1: Here’s a minimal synth bassline that plays between each beat. The bass plays between the ...