Studio Furniture
Acme Eleazar Studio Desk Review: A Great-Looking Gamble for Budget Studios
Affordable and stylish, the Acme Eleazar studio desk offers great functionality, but shipping damage and QC issues make it a risky buy.
Nick Cesarz
Drummer & creator on YouTube, making videos alongside my work in Vinyl Theatre.
I make review and commentary videos on drums, gear, and the realities of the music industry.
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EastWest ComposerCloud+ Review: The Best $19.99 Orchestral Library Subscription?
EastWest ComposerCloud+ delivers massive orchestral libraries for only $19.99/month. After nearly a decade of use, here's why it's still a killer value.
Effects Plugins
Soundtoys 5 Review: The Best Plugin Bundle?
Is Soundtoys 5 the ultimate plugin bundle for producers? Here's why it's been a staple in my sessions for years.
Gear Guides
Plugins & Software
Best Drum VST Plugins
Drum VSTs have been central to my production workflow for over a decade. These are the ones that hold up in professional projects.
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Best Vocoder VST Plugins
Vocoders have been essential studio effects for decades. These plugins bring that character without the hardware price tag.
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Best Electronic Drum Sets in 2026
The most relevant electronic drum kits across all price points and experience levels, evaluated for real-world playing and recording use.
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Artist Development
How to Choose the Right Music Producer for Your Band’s Next Release
Your producer can make or break a release. Learn how to choose the right music producer for your band or solo project.
DIY
Casio PT-10 Mod: How To Add a Line Out
Here's my quick and easy guide for adding a line out to a Casio PT-10 keyboard, complete with images for every step of the way.
Music Production
How to Make Trap Beats
A step-by-step guide on how to make trap beats, covering melodies, drums, bass, and mixing for modern trap production.