Hollow Sun: Legacy
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Here we are – the final part of the series! There is so much more that could have been written […]
So far in this six part series, we have covered Stephens earlier years: growing up in Wales and achieving a […]
Welcome to Synth soundtracks – the OFFICIAL SampleNerd lowdown: part IV. This is the SampleNerd.com catalogue of the best synthesizer soundtracks […]
A personal note from me, SampleNerd! Hello, SampleNerd.com began out of a desire to have something that was completely different, […]
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Welcome to Synth soundtracks – the OFFICIAL SampleNerd lowdown: part II. This is the SampleNerd.com catalogue of the best synthesizer soundtracks […]
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Welcome to PART ONE of the official SampleNerd lowdown on the synthesizer soundtracks! These are listed as being among the […]
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In a December 2023 report published by researchandmarkets.com the global Music Production Software market is expected to reach $1.7B by […]
Learn how to create a library of sonic events that can be used for any genre with the Samplenerd method!
Put on your white coat and don’t forget your pen for Part 4 of this exclusive retrospective of Stephen Howell. […]
From fiction to reality and new tech integration. Will Project Silica from Microsoft make the final cut?!
Mellotron: a cool tape keyboard that sounds like a mini orchestra! Born from a Chamberlin, loved by rock stars, and […]
Stephen Howell, after exploring his love of synthesis during his teens, worked on classic releases like the AKAI Headrush and […]
Choose between a 600lb decommissioned bomb turned drinks cabinet and the first plate reverb unit, EMT140: a German-made, vintage, sonic […]
Experience a musical revolution with the de-complex sample pack, featuring 24 modal nonlinear sounds with spatial components. Available in December […]
SampleNerd.com, dedicated to specialist articles on sounds, celebrates six months of sharing insightful content on philosophy, psychology, history, technology, and […]
This is part two of a series on Stephen Howell, founder of Hollow Sun. Known for his unique ability to […]
SampleNerd.com introduces its first Sample Pack, creatively using VST Triggering for interesting sonic experiences. It includes 100 different sounds designed […]
The life and career of sample maestro Stephen Howell, who transitioned from singing for the Royal family to becoming a […]
SampleNerd.com announces the first release of library remasters in early 2024, upholding the rich tradition of remastered albums that enhance […]
Purchasing the complete Emulator II Factory library today would cost $8,638.21, a massive investment considering the average US income in […]
SampleNerd.com reviews ZenDaw’s “Blue Swells” sound pack, largely praising its exceptional quality and realism. ZenDaw, a French sound pack producer, […]
The Doctor Who theme: a synth masterpiece made with tape and oscillators. Inspired a hit song and many others. Timeless, […]
Hans Zimmer explains why computers are musical instruments, and the value of original work. Also, working with samples and the […]
Sampler system libraries are a fascinating area of research, especially the early releases like Fairlight CMI or PPG Wave. Check […]
Synclavier: a super pricey sampler with a super pricey accessory. Only for big studios and rich musicians. The Louis Vuitton […]
SampleNerd.com highlights the importance of good archiving practices, based on works by the University of the Arts London. Tips include […]
Floppy disks: the sound savers of the past. They were handy and popular and convenient for sharing. SampleNerd.com likes them […]
The Universe of Sounds from OMI was the world’s first sample library to be released on Compact Disk. Going on […]
Trevor Horn, bassist turned producer, used these data tapes for the Fairlight CMI Series III. From hits with Pet Shop […]
SampleNerd.com wanted to take this opportunity to show you these rare photos of Fairlight CMI sample library diskettes. On the […]
The Emulator II is a legendary sampler that has been used in countless albums and songs, including New Order’s “Elegia” […]
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