News from our friends at Sennheiser: A very special anniversary deal is waiting for you in June,...
Home Recording
How to record music using recording gear, software and instruments.
Apogee Introduces Clearmountain’s Spaces Reverb Plug-in
News from our friends at Apogee: One of the most unique sonic building blocks from Clearmountain’s...
Rode NT-USB Mini Review
We’ve been reviewing USB mics for over a decade -- varying sizes, features, and price points. When...
MUST WATCH: Understanding Headphone and Earphone Specifications
Our friends at Shure have a helpful video series up on YouTube that all musicians and pro audio users should watch. Next up in the series is a helpful clip that outlines the basics to understanding...
MUST WATCH: Understanding Mic Specifications – Part 4 – Electrical Output
Our friends at Shure have a helpful video series up on YouTube that all musicians and pro audio users should watch. Next up in the series is a helpful clip that outlines the basics to understanding...
WATCH: Audio-Technica Presents “How to Mic A Zombie”
Zombies exist solely in the realm of fiction -- or DO they? Audio-Technica thinks it better to be safe than sorry. Surviving in a zombie apocalypse relies on preparedness in every aspect of life --...
Mackie CR3 3” Multimedia Monitors Review PLUS Video
Mackie CR3 3” Multimedia Monitors - $99 PROS: GREAT price, great sound, worth it! CONS: NONE! In the past, the gap between computer speakers and studio monitors was a pretty big one, but Mackie has...
Performer’s Ultimate Guide to Microphone Selection Part 2
With so many models to choose from, what should you look for in picking your next microphone? We like to think of picking a microphone like picking a car. First jot down what features are you...
Blue Microphones Mikey Digital Microphone Review
Blue Microphones Mikey Digital Microphone with Lightning Connector - $99 PROS: Small, easy to use, great sounds, plenty of applications for media geeks and musicians. CONS: None. PRICE: $99 Apple’s...
Go Behind The Scenes with Jill Barber In The Studio
PRE-PRODUCTION What was your pre-production like on this project? Jill: Our production approach was always to make decisions about how to best serve the song regardless of style or genre. If the...
WATCH NOW: Understanding Mic Specs Part 3 – Polar Pattern
Our friends at Shure have a helpful video series up on YouTube that all musicians and pro audio users should watch. Next up is a helpful clip that outlines the basics to understanding microphone...
WATCH: Why do microphones sound different? Understanding mic specs part 2 of 2
Our friends at Shure have a helpful video series up on YouTube that all musicians and pro audio users should watch. Next up is a helpful clip that outlines the basics to understanding microphone...
How to Create Your Own DIY Recording Studio
Recording takes a lot of time. It takes a lot of patience. And, for some, it can cost a lot of money. While some artists may spend thousands in studio time before hitting on a tune that stuck,...