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Virtual Instruments is an in-depth, highly focused, application-oriented magazine with best and most expert writers and staff in the industry. We take great pride in putting out the highest quality magazine we possibly can, and have quickly been rewarded with a loyal following as a result.

Every issue is packed solid with insightful clinics, useful tips, profiles with active professionals, and reviews of the latest products.

Virtual Instruments is edited and published by respected veteran industry writer/editor/musician/authority Nick Batzdorf, former editor of Recording magazine for over a decade. Its elegant and appealing look is created by virtuoso designer Lachlan Westfall, who in addition to having extensive experience art directing music industry publications has served as President of the International MIDI Association. Ad manager Len Keeler, himself a musician, has a long history in the publishing side of our industry, and production manager Laurie Marans is also an industry veteran. Web designer Denise Young maintains a large portfolio of high-profile sites.

VI’s expert writing staff includes Jim Aikin, Jason Scott Alexander, Thomas J. Bergersen, Peter Buick, David Das, Peter Dines, Doyle Donehoo, Gary Eskow, Jerry Gerber, David Govett, Ashif “King Idiot” Hakik, Mattias Henningson, Mark Jenkins, Michael Marans, Monte McGuire, Orren Merton, Chris Meyer, Dave Moulton, Zack Price, Frederick Russ, Bruce Richardson, Craig Sharmat, Lee Sherman, Dietz Tinhof, and Jesse White. All are highly experienced professionals.