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Hardware EQs are powerful tools for shaping your master bus during mixdown and mastering. We check out some of the best stereo EQ units.
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We check out the different types, formats, and applications of leveling amplifiers and how they are used in the recording process.
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We take a look at different ways and means of incorporating analogue hardware into your DAW workflow throughout the recording process.
We check out the Black Lion Audio Bluey 500: A recreation of Chris Lord-Alge's modified 1176LN is now available for the 500-series format.
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We check out the new Frap Audio Dynamics 2806, an incredibly versatile mono VCA compressor/expander module for the 500-series format.
Tired of analogue modeling software plug-ins? We check out some of the best budget 500-series modules for producing music at home.
Until December 2, you can save up to 20% with these Wes Audio deals from Thomann. A perfect time to pull the trigger on some new hardware!
API adds two 500-series modules to the inexpensive Select range: the SV12 compressor based on the Paragon console, and the SV14 4-band EQ.
Tracking vocals and instruments at home can be a challenge. We check out some of the best EQs under $1000 for your home studio setup.
The Pultec EQ is one of the most renowned studio tools in the history of recorded music. We look at ways to bring it into your workflow.
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Using hardware with your DAW can be confusing at first. Outboard gear for beginners covers important aspects of upgrading your setup.
Hardware processing on your master out can be a gamechanger when working in the box. We check out the best stereo compressors under $2000.
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The SSL bus compressor is one of the most sought-after audio tools ever designed! We take a look at the different formats currently available.
SSL revamps the 500 series with UV EQ and SiX CH, derived from the Fusion and SiX respectively... Oh, and the brushed steel looks pretty swish, too.
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AMS Neve has introduced the new 8424 console. With in-line DAW returns and a recall system, the compact mixing desk is designed to bring the sound of the 80 series to modern hybrid studios.
What looks like an unassuming four-knob comp is actually a vari-mu inspired unit with level-dependent ratio that increases with the signal level. That, and lots more to tweak!
British royatly Rupert Neve Designs and German audophiles Elysia added new items to their 500-Series rack unit line-ups. These are the 545 Primary Source Enhancer feedback eliminator and skulpter preamp.
What makes this preamp truly attractive for 500 Series rack owners is its ability to power and record two microphones while fitting in a single rack slot. That, in addition to its affordable price.
Fredenstein announced a badass-looking equalizer in 500-series rack format - the F610 Universal Entzerrer UE-1. Yeah, it's named like a piece of lab equipment and it very much looks like one!
UK-based startup Cranborne Audio — founded by former Soundcraft personnel – debuted three pro audio products. These are the 500R8 500-series rack, the 500ADAT expansion unit, and Camden 500 mic preamp...
At NAMM 2018, pro audio authority API announced the new 529 Stereo Compressor. Available in 500-series module format, the 529 is based on API's famous 2500 stereo compressor...
Chandler and EMI are bringing the TG Opto compressor and TG12345 MKIV EQ rack modules, completing an exact hardware recreation of an EMI TGI12345 console channel strip - the gear Beatles' Abbey Road was mixed ...
Rupert Neve designs announced the 535 Diode Bridge Compressor - a 500-series format module designed to deliver the essence of the classic Neve 2254 compressor with some modern amenities...
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Designed to partner their Omega pre-amp, Kush will have us believe that the new 458A 'Transformer' plug-ins "re-define" tube emulations...