Microphones
Review: Warm Audio WA-251 Tube Condenser Microphone
In this article, we review the Warm Audio WA-251 tube condenser microphone. A modern reproduction of the legendary Telefunken '251. How does it measure…
Microphones
Review: Neumann TLM 103 Condenser Microphone
In this article, we review the Neumann TLM 103. A modern transformerless condenser microphone, modeled after the Neumann's legendary U87.
Audio Tips
Do You Need a Compressor for Your Home Studio?
Compression is important for a balanced mix, but do you need a compressor for your home studio? Why you shouldn't buy an outboard compressor.
Microphones
Review: Warm Audio WA-14 Condenser Microphone
In this article, we review the Warm Audio WA-14 large diaphragm condenser microphone, a recreation of the legendary AKG C414.
Audio Tips
What is the Proximity Effect?
A friend told me not to record too close to the microphone although I think it sounds fuller. What is the proximity effect?
Microphones
Review: AKG C414 XLII Condenser Microphone
AKG’s C414 is one of the most popular and widely used microphones in the world today. In this article, we go over its history…
Audio Interfaces
Review: Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (Why Do You Need an Audio Interface?)
The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 leads the market for audio interfaces and is one of the best-selling pieces of studio gear. In this article we…
How-To Guides
How to Rackmount Studio Gear
I want to take my home studio to the next level and am wondering how to rackmount studio gear, including what else I need…
Headphones
Yamaha Headphones?
Yamaha studio monitors are well known, but I don't hear much about Yamaha's studio headphones. What's the deal? Are Yamaha Headphones worth it?
Studio Monitors
Review: Yamaha HS5
Yamaha's HS5 is a 5-inch near-field powered monitor and currently Yamaha’s most affordable studio monitor, but considering its competitive price range, is the HS5…