Shure’s SM7B microphone has been an industry standard in broadcasting/overdubbing and general...
Home Recording
How to record music using recording gear, software and instruments.
A Trio of H&A Microphone Reviews
H&A AC-60 Large Diaphragm Hypercardioid Dynamic Mic Bleed over is always a concern when it...
Enter to win KRK CLASSIC 7 Studio Monitors
We're looking for a fresh artist to win and test out the KRK CLASSIC 7 Studio Monitors. Need...
WATCH: Audio-Technica In-Ear Monitors Review
[editor's note -- recent Audio-Technica tour test winner and audio engineer Andy Alonso [MXPX among others] posted his thoughts on the three sets of IEMs he received (ATH-E40, ATH-E50, and ATH-E70)....
Contour ShuttleXpress Review
Performer Magazine reviews the Contour ShuttleXpress PROS: Small form factor, easy to program, useful across software platforms. CONS: None. PRICE: $59 In the April issue, we reviewed the Contour...
BAE Audio 10DCF Review
Performer Magazine reviews the BAE Audio 10DCF (Compressor/Limiter Stereo Pair with PSU) PROS: Musical at every setting, incredibly well built. CONS: Pricey (but worth the investment). PRICE: $4000...
Mike Herrera of MXPX Hits The Studio With Audio-Technica In-Ear Monitors
Mike Herrera of MXPX has been digging his new Audio-Technica ATH-E50 in-ear monitors, courtesy of our recent Tour Test winner and producer Andy Alonso. Read his comments below and check out the...
Make Your Home Studio Sound Amazing With These Simple Tips
[Before we get into the meat of this month’s article, I’d like to start responding to readers’ questions. Please email me your questions or topics to be discussed. Recording, editing, mixing,...
PreSonus Ships Studio 192 Mobile Audio Interface/Studio Command Center
PreSonus is shipping the new Studio 192 Mobile USB 3.0 22 x 26 audio interface and studio command center. Studio 192 Mobile delivers the same high-end audio, low-latency monitoring, tight software...
VIDEO: Demoing New Music With the Focusrite Clarett 8pre
@bravebabymusic demoing a new tune with the Focusrite Clarett 8pre courtesy of @wearefocusrite @performermagazine. #bravebaby #demo #recording #focusrite A video posted by Hearts & Plugs...
WATCH: MELODYNE 4 Studio VIDEO REVIEW
PROS: surgical precision and control over your sound. CONS: none. PRICE: $699 WHAT IS MELODYNE? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L09vYXVJmhM&feature=youtu.be In the simplest of terms, Melodyne is a...
iRig Pro Duo USB Audio Interface Review (IK Multimedia)
iRig Pro Duo USB Audio Interface Review (IK Multimedia) PROS: works on iOS, Android and computer, plenty of great apps, portable, great sound quality. CONS: plastic casing, 9v power supply not...
VIDEO: Focusrite Clarett 8Pre Studio Test Unboxing
What do we have here??? Looks like a Focusrite Clarlett 8pre thunderbolt interface. Thanks @wearefocusrite @performermagazine, looking forward to checking this baby out for with my homie...