Gear Reviews
REVIEW: Maestro Original Collection Guitar Effect Pedals
Maestro is back, baby! Maestro started the whole pedal “thing” back in the 1960s; the original FZ-1 fuzz is all over “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” by the Rolling Stones. Music has never been the same since. Gibson has revitalized and re-envisioned some essential...
How To Be Like Dylan And Avoid The Subterranean Homesick Blues
No, not that Dylan,...but nevertheless, a cautionary tale Americans who aren’t scientists appear to believe that they can decide for themselves whether the world is experiencing climate change (you know who you are). But, regardless of degree, there’s no argument that...
Black Lion Audio Auteur MkIII 2-Channel Microphone Preamp REVIEW
When it comes to recording, one buzzword is always “preamp.” With Black Lion Audio’s Auteur MKIII mic preamp, a small format studio can now really deliver a robust and clear signal to any DAW. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2-Sn3kQQAU It’s a two-channel unit with...
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Tune in to Sennheiser’s #DontStopTheMusic series
Sharing some news from our friends at Sennheiser: Tune in to Sennheiser’s #DontStopTheMusic series to experience fantastic live performances! Broadcast live via IGTV, artists Raul Rodriguez, Jay Style, The Talbott Brothers, St. Panther, DJ Fly, Citizen (Mat Kerekes),...
ASCAP Launches FAQ on Government Stimulus & Relief Package
In anticipation of passage of the CARES Act, which provides $2 trillion in aid to individuals and businesses impacted by the coronavirus, ASCAP has prepared an FAQ for music creators, What ASCAP Members Should Know About the Government Economic Stimulus & Relief...
MusiCares establishes COVID-19 Relief Fund for music community
Learn more about the assistance the COVID-19 Relief Fund provides here. For more information on MusiCares, see musicares.org. For more information on the Recording Academy, see here.
Buying Guide
REVIEW: sE Electronics DM3 Ultra Hi-Z Active DI
When it comes to reliable, well-made audio gear, sE Electronics have been providing great products for years -- and their new active, inline DI (the DM3) is keeping up its end on that reputation. The form factor is impressive; it’s not that much bigger than a 1/4” to...
REVIEW: PreSonus Revelator io24 USB-C Audio Interface
Small format interfaces usually fall into three categories: A device meant for musicians, a device that’s meant for a podcaster, and one that does both, but not all that well. PreSonus has bridged the gap with a DAW interface that works across the board as a practical...
Audio-Technica Launches AT2020USB-X Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Audio-Technica announced today the release of its AT2020USB-X cardioid condenser USB microphone. A reimagining of the popular AT2020USB+, the AT2020USB-X microphone is specially designed to meet the needs of musicians, streamers, podcasters and other content creators,...
Industry News
The February/March Issue is Out Now!
Performer Magazine releases its latest issue, featuring a cover story on JEVERSON. INSIDE you'll find our feature interview with JEVERSON as well as features on Dan Rodriguez, Spaceface and much, much more. Read the issue in print, find it at this link or open the...
Win KRK Gear PLUS Get Your Track on Vinyl
Get Featured on "The Sound of KRK" 7-inch Vinyl PLUS Win Awesome New Gear for Your Home Studio! Performer is teaming up with KRK to give artists a killer opportunity to be included on a very special 7" colored vinyl. Here's the deal -- we'll be giving various KRK...
How Top-Level Experts Use Music Trends, And You Can Too (Free Webinar)
Learn about the hottest trends of the year, and apply them into plans for your music or your label. This upcoming webinar will show you how the experts do it, and how you can use trends and data insights for more impactful work. The music research and analytics...