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Justin is the Editor-in-Chief at 9to5Toys and a senior editor covering all things music for 9to5Mac, daily deals, and more. A senior deal Jedi over at 9to5Toys where he heads up our Apple gear and game/app coverage, Justin is also an audio engineer/producer with well over 10 years experience in the music industry.

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Annual holiday iOS and Mac app/game sale delivers 2019’s best prices

Avatar for 9to5Toys from Dec 19 2019 - 7:54 am PT

The App Store is now bursting at the seams with notable holiday iOS game deals and Mac app price drops. This time of year tends to yield some of the best prices of the year if not just an excellent opportunity to fill out your iOS library at a significant discount. From notable deals on Square Enix Final Fantasy games and RPGs to Apple Game of the Year winning puzzlers and more, we have a giant list of deals curated by hand down below the fold for you.

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All of the best iOS/Mac app and game deals for Cyber Monday 2019

Avatar for 9to5Toys from Nov 29 2019 - 12:48 pm PT

We have been tracking one of the largest collections of Black Friday iOS apps and games in recent memory. That’s on top of just about all of the most popular Mac apps from Adobe Elements software and Parallels Desktop 15 to Fantastical 2, Pixelmator Pro, and so many more. While many of the most notable offers went live a few days (or more) ahead of Black Friday, just about everything is still available for at least the rest of today. Down below you’ll find a curated selection of the best iOS and Mac games, productivity apps and much more at big-time discounts. Read More

Best MIDI keyboards for Mac 2019 Edition: Akai, NI, Arturia, KORG, ROLI, more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Nov 3 2019 - 12:00 pm PT
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Best MIDI keyboards for Mac - Arturia Microlab

Today we are looking at the best MIDI keyboards for Mac in 2019. After detailing our favorites a couple years back, it’s now time to reassess the MIDI keyboard situation for Mac users. While some of the mainstays are making another appearance this year, there have also been a series of new releases across 2019 from Native Instruments, Arturia, IK Multimedia, and more. Head below for a detailed look at the best keyboards on the market and information to help you decide which option will suit your needs best.
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Logic Pro on Catalina update PSA

PSA: Why Logic Pro X users might want to hold off on Catalina

Avatar for Justin Kahn Oct 6 2019 - 12:55 pm PT
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While the imminent release of the latest macOS is upon us, there are some things to be aware of when it comes to running Logic Pro on Catalina. Home music producers beware as this update could very well silence your latest masterpieces if you’re not careful. Updating to Apple’s latest operating system too soon can yield all sorts of issues with your Logic Pro X projects using third-party gear, so be sure to hit the jump for more details.


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Remove Silence and unwanted noise in Logic Pro X

Logic Pros: How to automatically remove unwanted noise from audio recordings

Avatar for Justin Kahn Sep 15 2019 - 1:53 pm PT
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After reviewing a number of quality of life techniques recently, today we are taking a closer look at how to Remove Silence in Logic Pro X. Anyone who records audio will know good and well how tedious it can be to edit the undesirable noise out of a recording. While we have looked at some manual options in the past for precision edits, Logic’s Remove Silence feature can get the job done in just a couple clicks or less.
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Best iPhone 11, Pro, and Pro Max cases now available

Avatar for Justin Kahn Sep 11 2019 - 5:32 am PT
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Best iPhone 11 cases, iPhone 11 Pro and Max

Apple has now unveiled its new handsets, so it’s time to look at the best new iPhone 11 cases, as well as options for the new iPhone 11 Pro models. Along with updated camera modules on the backside, the latest iPhone also features a number of new colorways. That means we are going to need a new case to match and most of the best are already surfacing ahead of pre-orders in just a couple days’ time. Hit the jump for everything.
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Logic Pros - Logic arrangement tricks

Logic Pros: One-click Logic arrangement tricks – insert paste, repeat, more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 25 2019 - 1:19 pm PT
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Today we are showcasing some over-looked Logic arrangement tricks. Prying apart a project’s regions in order to make alterations, injecting a gap for a new part or even just moving an entire section of your piece around can be tedious. However, Logic Pro X’s underrated Toolbar houses a number of functions that can get many of these tasks done with a simple selection and a one-click command.
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Logic Pros-Naming Regions in Logic-Color Coding Tracks

Logic Pros: One-click solutions to naming regions in Logic, color coding, more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 18 2019 - 12:59 pm PT
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Naming regions in Logic and color-coding tracks isn’t exactly the most exciting aspect of music production, but it can make for a much more enjoyable session in the end. Not only can messy projects get in the way of productivity — usually increasing the time it takes to navigate a project and locate specific tracks, parts, and regions — but they can also lead to otherwise avoidable mistakes and even make you look unprofessional in front of clients. Today we are exploring some amazing one-click solutions to get your Logic Pro X sessions looking right and keep you focused on what really counts.
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Logic Pros: Organize your workflow with the Logic Plug-in Link system

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 11 2019 - 3:49 pm PT
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If you’ve ever wondered how the Logic Plug-in Link system works, you’re in the right place. This is something we briefly touched on in the understanding plug-ins section of our Logic Pro X 101 series, but today it’s time to link it all the way up. This easily overlooked feature — designed to accommodate customized workflows and help organize that collage of plug-in windows currently burying your musical masterpiece — has been staring you right in the face this entire time.
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How to and introduction to DeEsser 2

Logic Pros: How to use DeEsser 2 and its impressive new detection tech

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 4 2019 - 12:50 pm PT
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One of the major new additions in the latest round of updates would have to be Logic Pro’s latest dynamics plug-in. After reviewing some of the more useful and practical features last week, we will be taking a closer look at how to use DeEsser 2 today, along with a rundown of the basics for beginners, its intelligent new Relative tech and some helpful tips for getting the most out of it.
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Logic Pros: In-depth look at the best new Logic Pro X features in 10.4.5

Avatar for Justin Kahn Jul 28 2019 - 1:26 pm PT
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Apple recently dished out a new update for its flagship music production software and we thought it would be fitting to take a closer look at some of the best new Logic Pro X features in 10.4.5. While it might not have been a full numbered jump up to 10.5 – which usually indicates a collection of boring but welcomed bug exterminations and performance enhancements – 10.4.5 is significantly more exciting than that. Head below for all the details.


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9to5Toys Last Call: HomePod $250, Apple Watch Series 2 Refurb $150, Timbuk2 Messenger Bag $50, more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Apr 4 2019 - 9:30 am PT
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9to5Toys now has a new app! Download it to stay up to date on the best gear and deals on the web. Plus don’t forget to check us out on Apple News and sign up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

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9to5Toys Last Call: Apple Watch Series 4 $50 off, 9.7-inch iPad $100 off, iPhone X Refurb $650, more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Apr 2 2019 - 9:30 am PT
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9to5Toys now has a new app! Download it to stay up to date on the best gear and deals on the web. Plus don’t forget to check us out on Apple News and sign up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

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9to5Toys Last Call: Nomad Lightning Battery Cable $35, Anker Truly Wireless Earbuds $70, iPhone 6s $150, more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Mar 28 2019 - 9:30 am PT
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9to5Toys now has a new app! Download it to stay up to date on the best gear and deals on the web. Plus don’t forget to check us out on Apple News and sign up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

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9to5Toys Last Call: iMac & Mac mini up to $300 off, Amazon Mac Accessory Sale from $20, iTunes Movies from $1, more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Mar 26 2019 - 9:30 am PT
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9to5Toys now has a new app! Download it to stay up to date on the best gear and deals on the web. Plus don’t forget to check us out on Apple News and sign up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

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9to5Toys Last Call: Apple 12-inch MacBook $929, iPad Air/mini pre-order discounts, WD 4TB USB-C Drive $100, more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Mar 19 2019 - 9:30 am PT
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9to5Toys now has a new app! Download it to stay up to date on the best gear and deals on the web. Plus don’t forget to check us out on Apple News and sign up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

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9to5Toys Last Call: 13-inch MacBook Pro $1,000, iPhone/Apple Watch Dock $12, Bose Revolve+ Speaker $239, more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Mar 14 2019 - 9:30 am PT
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9to5Toys now has a new app! Download it to stay up to date on the best gear and deals on the web. Plus don’t forget to check us out on Apple News and sign up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

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9to5Toys Last Call: HomeKit Accessories from $10, Leather Apple Watch Band $7, iTunes Movies from $1, more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Mar 12 2019 - 9:30 am PT
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9to5Toys now has a new app! Download it to stay up to date on the best gear and deals on the web. Plus don’t forget to check us out on Apple News and sign up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

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9to5Toys Last Call: Latest MacBook Air $1,000, 15-inch MacBook Pro $300 off, Sonos One $179, more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Mar 7 2019 - 9:30 am PT
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9to5Toys now has a new app! Download it to stay up to date on the best gear and deals on the web. Plus don’t forget to check us out on Apple News and sign up for the 9to5Toys Newsletter. Also, be sure to check us out on: Twitter, RSS Feed, Facebook, Google+ and Safari push notifications.

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