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SSL ORIGIN 32 vs API 2448: Why I Switched Consoles
The SSL ORIGIN 32 was the more sensible purchase on paper. It gave me more channels, more buses and EQ on every channel for less…
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Sound Anchors ADJ2 Review: The $1,600 Speaker Stands That Make No Noise
The Sound Anchors ADJ2 stands cost more than $1,600. They're also exceptionally solid, well damped, and built to last. Are they worth…
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Play the M-VAVE FM-1 Without Buying One: Phone, Browser and DAW Emulators
Play the M-VAVE FM-1 firmware emulator online and explore Android, iOS and DAW options.
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M-VAVE FM-1: The Pocket Synth That Became a Collection of Instruments
A guide to the M-VAVE FM-1 pocket synthesizer, its official firmware, and community alternatives including Felucca, SLOOP, X0X and FoMni.
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AKG D12E Review: The Granddaddy of Kick Drum Microphones
Vintage AKG D12E review: the natural 1970s kick drum sound, bass cabinet performance, and comparisons with the AKG D112, D12 VR and…
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The Definitive Shure SM57 Review
A definitive examination of one of the most familiar microphones in recording history. Read the full review for the complete assessment.
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Neumann KM184 Review: Buy Once, Cry Once, and Record for a Lifetime
Neumann KM184 review from a longtime studio user: acoustic guitar, drum overheads, cymbals, piano, and why a stereo pair is worth owning.
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When does acquiring more studio equipment, plug-ins, and instruments stop helping us create and start getting in the way?
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A studio chair buying guide covering Herman Miller Aeron, Steelcase Leap and Gesture, Knoll, affordable ergonomic alternatives, and the misleading refurbished 'demo'…
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Meet TAMultitrack: An Eight-Track Recorder in Your Browser
Record and overdub eight tracks in your browser, with stereo effects, guide-track import and portable project files.
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Waves ILLUGEN 2.5 Moves AI Sample Creation Into the DAW
ILLUGEN 2.5 becomes a DAW plug-in with tempo synchronization, key-aware auditioning and…
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Steinberg Cubase 16 Adds Instrument Stacks and Spectral AudioWarp
Cubase 16 combines new layered instrument workflows, spectral audio manipulation, improved tempo…
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Sontronics Adds SOLO W2 Capsule for Sennheiser Wireless Handhelds
The new supercardioid dynamic capsule extends Sontronics' SOLO wireless range to compatible…
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Universal Audio Releases Capitol Studios Room-Modeling Plug-In
Universal Audio's new native plug-in models Capitol Studios A and B, microphone…
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LEWITT LW6 Brings Uncompressed Wireless Monitoring to Studio Headphones
The closed-back headphones use a dedicated RealSound transmitter, with a stated 5.8…
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Softube Limit Pro and Limit Go Add Two Approaches to Limiting
The October release combines detailed peak-suppression and metering controls with a simpler…
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Roland Adds JUPITER-08 and n/vision to the Boutique Synthesizer Range
The October additions pair a Jupiter-inspired instrument with a new two-layer wavetable…
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Arturia AudioFuse Studio Rev2 Updates Preamps and Bluetooth
The desktop USB-C interface retains extensive studio routing while revising its four…
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Focusrite and Klevgrand Introduce Altitude Harmony Vocal Plug-In
The simplified vocal processor combines upper and lower harmonies, pitch correction and…
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PSI Audio AVAA C225 Extends Active Bass Trapping to Higher-SPL Rooms
The dual-driver active absorber targets home cinemas, small clubs and studios, with…
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Pro Tools 2026.11 Adds Local Stem Separation, Extensions and MPE
Avid’s November release adds six-part stem extraction, session-wide Extensions and native Windows…
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BOSS Katana-25 Combines a 25-Watt Amp, USB Recording and Bluetooth
The compact eight-inch combo adds a half-watt mode, five simultaneous effects and…
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Manley Stereo Pultec EQ Review: A Two-Bus Favorite
Manley’s Stereo Pultec combines the broad musical curves of the classic Pultec concept with excellent construction and a tube signal path that…
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PreSonus StudioLive Series III SE32
Hybrid consoles claim to bridge the gap between studio precision and live practicality, few actually deliver. The PreSonus StudioLive SE32 […]
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dbx 160SL Review: The Ultimate dbx Compressor?
The dbx 160SL is a massively built, extraordinarily flexible flagship VCA compressor that can still do the classic 160 thing perfectly—if you…
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Klark Teknik 3rd Dimension BBD-320 Review: The Dimension Effect Returns
Klark Teknik’s BBD-320 brings the classic Dimension-style widening effect back to a hardware rack at a fraction of vintage prices. It is…
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Fender Studio Application and Link I/O Interface
Fender Studio App: A User-Friendly Recording Platform Fender Studio is a free, cross-platform digital audio workstation (DAW) available on iOS, […]
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Palmer PAN 08 Review: Four Channels of Active, Transformer-Isolated DI
The Palmer PAN 08 combines four active DI channels, transformer-balanced outputs, switchable gain and rugged German construction in a compact 1U rack…
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