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The best stereo EQ processors for mixdown and mastering

18 Mar · Hardware EQs are powerful tools for shaping your master bus during mixdown and mastering. We check out some of the best stereo EQ units.

The Analogue Domain: Mixing Outside the Box

12 Mar · We take a look at different ways and means of incorporating analogue hardware into your DAW workflow throughout the recording process.

Get up to 75% off this month with the Softube Spring Sale

07 Mar · Until March 31, you can save up to 75% on selected software bundles and plug-ins with the Softube Spring Sale including Softube Volume 5!

Why are digital converters the most important part of your studio?

05 Mar · We take a closer look at analog-to-digital converters and find out more about why they are such an essential part of the recording process.

The Best DAW Controllers to improve your production workflow

10 Feb · Is using a mouse too clinical? We discuss control protocols and check out some of the best DAW controllers for your home studio setup.

Save up to 75% with SSL X-Limit and X-Gate plugin deals

06 Feb · Until February 15, you can get 75% off with these SSL X-Limit and X-Gate plugin deals. Save big on processing plug-ins for your DAW!

The Best Podcast Gear 2022: A great year for creators

30 Dec 2022 · As content creation continues to expand, there have been some exciting releases this year. We check out the best podcast gear in 2022!

The best studio gear of 2022 for music production

28 Dec 2022 · There has been some exciting new recording gear released over the course of this year. Let's check out the best studio gear of 2022!

The best audio interfaces of 2022

27 Dec 2022 · With so many great new interfaces released this year, we've selected the best audio interfaces of 2022 for your home recording setup.

Get over 80% off the SSL X-Delay with this limited-time offer

21 Dec 2022 · Until January 5, you can get over 80% off the SSL X-Delay! We take a closer look at some of the features of this useful effects plugin.

The best budget 500 series modules for home recording

16 Dec 2022 · Tired of analogue modeling software plug-ins? We check out some of the best budget 500-series modules for producing music at home.

Best Audio Interfaces for Guitarists

14 Dec 2022 · The Best Audio Interfaces for Guitarists round up the Top 5 products on Thomann that you should check out before buying for your studio setup

Introducing the SSL 12 desktop USB audio interface

01 Dec 2022 · We check out the new SSL 12 desktop USB audio interface! A larger more professional recording solution for musicians and podcasters.

The best audio interfaces under €200

28 Nov 2022 · What's the best audio interface if you don't want to spend a fortune? Here are our picks for some of the best audio interfaces under €200!

Making a Christmas anthem for charity: How to sound like Band Aid

26 Nov 2022 · We take a look back in time to 1984 and find out about the instruments used in the making of Band Aid - Do They Know It's Christmas?

Save over $500 on the SSL Band Bundle for a limited time only

19 Nov 2022 · Get the entire SSL Band Bundle at a massive discount, until December 5. This includes the Drumstrip, Vocalstrip 2, and Guitarstrip plugins.

SSL 360 update adds new controller profiles for LUNA and Pyramix users

11 Nov 2022 · The SSL 360 update V1.4 is here with new controller profiles for LUNA and Pyramix users, and a number of other useful improvements.

Introducing the SSL Connex USB surface microphone

02 Nov 2022 · We take a look at the SSL Connex: A new compact USB microphone with four capsules and intelligent DSP integration aimed at content creators.

Review: Is SSL Guitarstrip the simple way to a great guitar tone?

26 Oct 2022 · In this Gearnews review, we check out the latest SSL Guitarstrip plugin for your DAW and ask "Does it offer good value for money?"

Meet the SSL ORIGIN 16: A high-end in-line console in a smaller format

19 Oct 2022 · We check out the new SSL ORIGIN 16! A high-end in-line console for pro-audio production and recording, now in a more compact format.

Console-style processing with the new SSL 4K B channel strip plugin

17 Oct 2022 · The SSL 4K B has arrived along with the 360° 1.4 update! We look at the channel strip plug-in modeled on the famous B-series console.

Get 80% off the SSL Fusion Vintage Drive plug-in

04 Oct 2022 · Until October 10th, you can get 80% off the versatile SSL Fusion Vintage Drive plugin - useful on individual instruments or an entire mix.