Orchestral
Best Double Bass Ensembles (2026): Orchestral Lows
The foundation. We review the best orchestral bass sections (Majestica, Berlin) for massive low-end weight.
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Felix Ward
Songwriter & Multi-Instrumentalist
Felix is an indie-folk songwriter and session guitarist who values vibe over perfection. He looks for tools that potentialize 'happy accidents' and offer immediate inspiration. If a plugin requires reading a 100-page manual, he's probably already moved on.
Latest articles by Felix
Guitars
Best Distortion Plugins (2026): Industrial Design
Destroy your sound. We review the best creative distortion units (Trash 2, Thermal) for aggressive sound design and heavy basses.
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Guitars
Best Distorted Bass (2026): Industrial & Cyberpunk
Gritty low end. We review the best processed bass libraries (Damage 2, Substance) for aggressive industrial tracks.
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Vocals
Best De-Esser Plugins (2026): Transparent Vocals
Tame harsh sibilance. We compare the best de-essers (Pro-DS, Weiss) to see which one smooths vocals without making them lisp.
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Guitars
Best 8-String & Extended Range Basses for Metal
Low and heavy. We review the best extended range bass libraries (Eurobass, Loki) for modern metal production.
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Guitars
Best Acoustic Guitar VSTs for Strumming & Picking
Can a VST sound real? We test the best acoustic guitar engines (Ample, Session Guitarist) to see which one strums most realistically.
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Vocals
Best Vocal Libraries Under $50 (2026): Affordable & Emotional
Cheap choirs. We review the best budget vocal pads and soloists for adding human texture without breaking the bank.
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Guitars
Best Cinematic Guitars (2026): Post-Rock & Ambient
Explosions in the Sky style. We review the best guitar libraries for creating washed-out, emotional post-rock swells and textures.
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