Posts by Bob Malkowski

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We’re looking for a new writer to join our lively, vibrant team of music tech writers; it could be you! Love synths and music tech? drop us a line!

REVIEW: iZotope RX10, the ultimate audio repair suite?

iZotope RX10 lands today and we've got a hands-on review of what may be the ultimate audio repair suite. Is it still the "go-to" audio repair suite?

Spitfire Audio Transphobia row: co-founder Christian Henson steps down

The Spitfire Audio Transphobia row has erupted across social media, following comments on Twitter by co-founder Christian Henson.

Alto Professional TS4 – Value powered speakers with app connectivity

The new Alto Professional TS4 series offers plenty of power with Bluetooth connectivity and app control promising a lot of bang for your buck!

Yamaha STAGEPAS 1K mkII and DXL1K: portable column array PA systems

Yamaha introduces two new PA systems: the STAGEPAS 1K MkII and the DXL1k. Modern, all-in-one, portable column array PA systems with premium specs.

Mackie Thump and Thump XT: Refreshed and expanded PA speakers & subs

Mackie Thump series: refreshed and expanded for 2022 with Thump XT! This new and updated app-enabled range of speakers should find fans everywhere.

Will Compact Disc make a comeback? Ableton’s Robert Henke says YES!

Will Compact Disc make a comeback? Ableton's inventor, Robert Henke, has campaigned for a return to the obsolete Compact Disc music format.

NAMM 2022: Austrian Audio OD303 – high quality low price vocal mic

If you've been searching for an alternative to the typical "go to" live vocal mics, then you should take a close look at the new Austrian Audio OD303

NAMM 2022: Your essential news feed of all the hot releases!

NAMM 2022 is finally here! For the first time NAMM is taking place in the summer at its traditional home of Anaheim, near Los Angeles. The NAMM Show has always been a monster event for those interested in the ...

Review: UAFX Ruby, Woodrow & Dream amp sim pedals from Universal Audio

Universal Audio's UAFX Ruby, Woodrow & Dream pedals give you "amp in a box" tone. We got a privileged advanced review and give you the lowdown!

Prolight + Sound: Austrian Audio WL1 Shure compatible capsules

Austrian Audio WL1 capsules bring the OD505 and OC707 sound to Shure Wireless users for the first time with these Shure compatible capsules.

Prolight + Sound: New Austrian Audio instrument mics OD5 & OC7

Frankfurt Prolight + Sound is giving more with these new Austrian Audio instrument mics, the OD5 & OC7. Are these another hit from the Viennese mic maker? Let's take a look at the specs and find ...

Prolight + Sound: LD Systems MAILA modular line array

LD Systems MAILA could be just the ticket if you've been looking for a fully modular and scalable PA system to suit multiple venue sizes.

Shure KSM11 Wireless Capsule: Dynamic Durability & Condenser Clarity?

Promising clarity, durability and resistance to mic "cupping", is the new, premium condenser Shure KSM11 the "goldilocks" mic capsule?

In Ear Monitors: A Beginner’s Guide to IEMs

If you're a live performer looking for consistent monitoring from venue to venue, then In Ear Monitors could be the solution for you!

Review: Earthworks Ethos XLR Broadcasting Microphone – A new Standard?

We review the Earthworks ETHOS; it could be just the mic you've been looking for if you're in the market for a premium broadcast microphone.