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Universal Audio Sphere DLX and LX Review

24 Jan · The new Universal Audio Sphere DLX and Sphere LX modeling microphones are like a locker full of high-end mics. Read our review to find out more!

The Dark Arts in a Modern Context: How to Sample Vinyl

15 Jan · From the days of tape loops to digital samplers and beyond, sampling remains a cornerstone of modern music. We look at how to sample vinyl!

Meet the new Universal Audio Sphere precision modeling microphones

11 Jan · Introducing the Universal Audio Sphere! These two modeling microphones offer up to 38 different virtual mic models with stereo recording.

The best microphones of 2022 for home recording

27 Dec 2022 · We take a look at the microphones released this year, and decide which are the best microphones of 2022 for your home recording setup.

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.

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

The best Home Recording Packages – Bundles to get you started

02 Dec 2022 · A home recording bundle gives you everything you need to record your own tracks in one affordable package. Here's our list of the best bundles!

Review: Universal Audio Volt 476P Audio Interface

28 Nov 2022 · If you're searching for a versatile, affordable audio interface with premium audio processing then the Universal Audio Volt 476P could be for you.

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!

Mega Recording Deals: The best Cyber Week Deals on Studio Gear

19 Nov 2022 · Check out these awesome Cyber Week deals on studio and recording gear! From interfaces to mics to mixers and headphones, we've got you covered!

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.

UAD 10.2 update released with new plugins for UAD Spark

09 Nov 2022 · The new UAD 10.2 update has been released, with some new software plug-ins including PolyMAX synthesizer and Hitsville Reverb Chambers.

Universal Audio launches UAD Spark for Windows!

27 Sep 2022 · Universal Audio is following through on its promise to bring UAD Spark to the Windows platform. You can now run Spark natively on your PC!

Universal Audio Promotion: Buy Volt interface, get $448 of plug-ins

16 Sep 2022 · A limited-time Universal Audio promotion has been launched where the purchase of any Volt interface now includes USD 448 worth of plug-ins.

UAD LUNA Recording System now available for Apple M1/M2 processors

13 Sep 2022 · Universal Audio's LUNA recording system for macOS now runs natively on Apple Silicon processors. The update also brings several bug-fixes.

Universal Audio launches Volt 476p and Volt 4 audio interfaces

06 Sep 2022 · Universal Audio adds two new 4-channel audio interfaces to the Volt series: the Volt 476p with four mic preamps and the smaller Volt 4.

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Universal Audio ships SP-1 Matched Pair, more mics in 2022

19 Jul 2022 · Universal Audio started shipping the SP-1 Condenser Microphone matched pair of pencil microphones which it announced in February

External DSP solutions: are they really worth it?

15 Jul 2022 · We discuss the pros and cons of external DSP systems and check out some options for use in the studio and live sound environments.

Upgrading to the Apple Mac Studio (2) – One Month Later

25 Jun 2022 · After switching to a brand-new Apple Mac Studio with an M1 Max ARM CPU from an iMac 5k (late 2015), I faced some obstacles and had to learn a thing or two to get it to work smoothly in my studio. You can read ...

Deal: Buy a UA Apollo interface, get €1145 worth of plug-ins for free

24 Jun 2022 · Here's a sweet deal: Purchase a Universal Audio Apollo Solo or Twin desktop audio interface and receive €1145 0 worth of plug-ins for free!

Upgrading my music setup with the Apple Mac Studio

04 Jun 2022 · We dive into the rather idiosyncratic process of upgrading to the new Apple Mac Studio with our Gearnews.de editor, Marcus Schmahl.

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

24 May 2022 · 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!