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Dear Reality Plugins are Free until July 31!
25 Mar 2025 in Studio
That's right, you can now get most of the Dear Reality Plugins free until July 31, after that, they are no longer supported by Sennheiser.
Zoom H5studio: The Popular Recorder gets a Revamp
21 Mar 2025 in Studio
The Zoom H5studio is the latest iteration of one of Zoom's most popular recorders, now armed with 32-bit float recording on six tracks.
The Evolution of AutoTune: From Edgy Gimmick to Established Cliché
20 Mar 2025 in Studio
We look at the evolution of AutoTune, a distinctive vocal effect that has shaped the sound of modern pop music for the past two decades.
IK Multimedia T-RackS Lurssen Mastering EQ: A High-end Tube EQ for your DAW
20 Mar 2025 in Studio
The T-RackS Lurssen Mastering EQ is a high-end tube plugin for mastering from IK Multimedia modelled on serious analog processing hardware.
The Avalon VT-737sp Celebrates its 40th Anniversary this Year
19 Mar 2025 in Studio
With its unique gold finish, this limited version of the renowned Avalon VT-737sp tube channel strip is shipping straight to your studio.
Universal Audio Apollo E Series: 2 New Dante Expansion Modules
18 Mar 2025 in Live
The Universal Audio Apollo E Series offers the new Dante-compatible e1x preamp and e2m monitor controller.
Microphone Polar Patterns: A Beginner’s Guide
17 Mar 2025 in Studio
Ever wondered why certain mics are suited for different applications? We discuss microphone polar patterns in the context of home recording.
Behringer 676: A Versatile Tube Channel Strip
14 Mar 2025 in Studio
The Behringer 676 is a tube channel strip with an 1176-style compressor, ideal for recording vocals, guitars, and more in your home studio.
Arrangement Techniques for Electronic Music: 5 Tips for Your Workflow
12 Mar 2025 in Studio
Are you looking for new ways to add depth and character to your productions? We're discussing arrangement techniques for electronic music.
Behringer 73: A Neve Preamp for 200 Bucks?
11 Mar 2025 in Studio
The Behringer 73 is a 500-series recreation of the world's most famous microphone preamp, and it comes at a price everyone can afford.
High-end Gear: Is It Really Worth The Investment?
10 Mar 2025 in Studio
We discuss some different areas of your home studio where high-end gear could be beneficial for music production, recording, and mixing.
Zoom PodTrak P2: A Compact Recording Interface for USB Mics
The Zoom PodTrak P2 is a portable recording device for podcasters and streamers with AI noise reduction, compression, and de-essing.TEILE Elektronik SL Studio Monitors: Could this be your last pair?
10 Mar 2025 in Studio
The TEILE Elektronik SL monitor series is the latest offering from the manufacturer partly owned by the well-known techno artist, Rampa.
Labels vs Self-Releasing: Which Is The Best Route For Your Music?
We look into music publishing and the benefits of working with labels vs self-releasing to learn the best way to get your music out there.Using Your DAW Live: Taking It To The Stage
05 Mar 2025 in Live
We find out about using your DAW live for music performance or signal processing and some useful tips to help you get the best results.
Plugins vs Analog Gear: Does Hardware Really Sound Better?
03 Mar 2025 in Studio
In this Plugins vs Analog Gear discussion, we try to find out what the most practical solution is for your specific music production workflow.
Zynaptiq BALANCE: A Versatile New Adaptive EQ Plugin
03 Mar 2025 in Studio
With Zynaptiq BALANCE, you get an intuitive tonal-shaping processor with a straightforward workflow and full immersive compatibility.
Silent Album Protest: 1,000 UK Artists Band Against AI
28 Feb 2025 in Tech
"Is This What We Want?" is the silent album protest from over 1,000 UK artists including Kate Bush, Annie Lennox, and Damon Albarn.
Live Sound vs Studio Recording: Can You Do Both?
We're looking at live sound vs studio recording from the engineer's perspective to find out about the differences between the two worlds.Plugin Alliance Vertigo VSS-2: A Monster Channel Strip Plugin
The Plugin Alliance Vertigo VSS-2 channel strip is a plugin that combines elements from some of Vertigo Sound's revered hardware processors.The RODECaster Video Firmware Update is here!
25 Feb 2025 in Tech
The latest firmware update for the RODECaster Video adds some interesting new workflow features, and there's a new protective dust cover.
5 of the Best Clipper Plugins: Win The Loudness War
24 Feb 2025 in Studio
Loudness is an unavoidable competitive aspect of any field in audio production. We're checking out some of the best clipper plugins.