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Audio-Technica Celebrates 25th Anniversary of AT4050 Multi-pattern Condenser Microphone
By Benjamin Ricci on October 2, 2019
Audio-Technica, a leading innovator in transducer technology for over 50 years, is celebrating the 25th anniversary of one of its most acclaimed and ubiquitous microphones, the AT4050 Multi-pattern...
Taylor Guitars Ebony Project: The Drive for Sustainability and Responsibility
By Benjamin Ricci on October 1, 2019
On reforestation efforts in Cameroon: “We’re not doing it so we can make guitars; we’re doing it so our grandkids can still make guitars.” Recently, I...
Content Creators Wanted – GET FREE GEAR!
By Benjamin Ricci on September 30, 2019
Performer Magazine is seeking dynamic content creators to hook up with FREE GEAR! We’re currently seeking talented artists to demo an array of exciting pro...
Steinberg Launches UR-C Series of USB 3.0 Audio Interfaces
By Benjamin Ricci on September 30, 2019
Steinberg launches a new range of USB 3.0 audio interfaces, each featuring different input/output capabilities, overall robust build quality, premium audio and a comprehensive software...
Mackie Launches All-New SRM-Flex Portable Column PA System
By Benjamin Ricci on September 26, 2019
Ultra-compact and lightweight design, premium sound quality, and flexible control Today Mackie announces their latest entry into the portable PA market, the all-new SRM-Flex Portable...
Akai MPK Road 88 REVIEW
By Benjamin Ricci on September 26, 2019
Editor’s note – we received the Akai MPK Road 88 MIDI Controller for review this summer. We opened it up, plugged it in, and played...
Yamaha CP73 Review
By Benjamin Ricci on September 25, 2019
Were you one of the many who wanted a more “pro” Reface series? Well, the new Yamaha CP73 might just scratch that itch. When the...
Erica Synths Black Double Bass Eurorack Module Review
By Benjamin Ricci on September 24, 2019
We’re big into synthesis, so when new modules come out in the Eurorack community, we can’t help but wipe the drool from our computer keyboards....
KRK ROKIT G4 Review
By Benjamin Ricci on September 23, 2019
Read our review on the next-gen KRK ROKIT 5 G4 studio monitors… We already have a set of ROKIT 5’s from the 3rd generation of the...
TC Electronic June-60 Pedal Review
By Benjamin Ricci on September 18, 2019
Does the TC Electronic June-60 Chorus Pedal deliver on its vintage-inspired promises? Read our full review below… If you’re an old fart like me and...