Gear Reviews
DPA Microphones d:vice Review
Performer Magazine reviews the d:vice Digital Audio Interface, d:vote 4099 Instrument Microphone and d:fine Headset Microphone Making things smaller is easy; making them more functional at the same time is a challenge. DPA Microphones has designed and produced some...
What is the Best Portable PA System For Your Band?
Welcome to the first in a four-part series that will provide real-world advice about portable PA systems, co-presented by Yamaha and Performer Magazine. In this installment, we’ll take a closer look at what makes up a portable PA system, what makes the best portable...
Choon: The Next-Generation Music Streamer for a Crypto World
No matter what your feelings are concerning music streaming vs. music purchasing, one thing is clear: music streaming is growing as a consumer product. It may or may not be good for music rightsholders and songwriters, but it sure is a killer product for music...
How To
Show Review and Photo Gallery: Chromeo Live in Boston
Chromeo had no problem bringing the funk to a nearly sold out audience at Boston's House of Blues this past Wednesday. The Canadian duo are anticipating the release of their fourth studio album, White Women, which is due out May 12th. With cameos from Solange, Toro y...
Who’s Accountable When Bands Bail on Crowdfunding Promises?
Crowdfunding is a relatively new process, but it's simple; an artist puts out the request for fans to pre-pay for their next project in an effort to fund the aforementioned project. It's been done for not just music but movies and even inventions. To contributors it's...
Deer Tick & The Hold Steady Live Photo Gallery
Deer Tick and The Hold Steady performed live in Boston this past weekend at the House of Blues. Below are some of our choice photos from the evening, courtesy of Performer's own Matty Paster. Enjoy! DEER TICK THE HOLD STEADY
Buying Guide
Blue Raspberry USB Microphone Review
Blue Microphones brings the quality found in their higher end mics to the iOS/USB platform with their new Raspberry USB condenser studio microphone. Read our review below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=50DjeYsg8u4 For starters, it doesn’t take up...
FLASHBACK: Vintage 1959 Fender Esquire
FLASHBACK: 1959 Fender Esquire Once upon a time, in a land called Rock & Roll, a man known as Leo Fender developed his first solid-body electric guitar, the prototype for which was completed in the fall of 1949. He would call it the Fender Esquire. The design was...
VIDEO: Sterling Microphones Electric Guitar Comparison
One of our recent gear test winners, Randy Garcia from the band SmoochyFace, gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how the new Sterling Microphones stack up, quality-wise, in this comparison video. Check it out, and be sure to also check out the entire range of...
Industry News
Quick Recap: Kaytranada Captures Endless Euphoria at Boston’s Paradise Rock Club
Kaytranada's musical winning streak is as inevitable as it is satisfying; his captivating combination of synth washes and soulful beats has made him audibly irresistible. His debut album, 99.9%, was released in May and erased any preconceived notions that an...
Audio-Technica Offers Rebates on Select System 10 Digital Wireless Systems
Audio-Technica, a leading innovator in transducer technology for over 50 years, announces $25.00, $50.00 and $100.00 rebate offers on select System 10 Digital Wireless Systems, including Camera-Mount, Stompbox and System 10 PRO Rack-Mount (single- and dual-channel)...
The new issue is out, featuring Kishi Bashi!
Performer Magazine releases its September/October 2016 issue, featuring a cover story on Kishi Bashi and his new LP, Sonderlust. INSIDE you'll find tips for pressing vinyl on demand, the best fx pedals under $200 and advice on making the most out of your next...