193 Results for "hardware"

The SPL Transient Designer 4 Mk2: A trusted tool with a new design

A well-known transient processor gets a redesign, offering more overall versatility. We check out the SPL Transient Designer 4 Mk2!

The best studio gear of 2022 for music production

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!

Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2022: Don’t miss these deals!

Black Friday is nearly here – time to grab great deals on plugins, soft synths, samples, and other audio tools, with huge discounts available now!

Nordic electronic pioneers: How to sound like Röyksopp

For a small-town electronic duo, Röyksopp had a major impact on the global music scene. We look at the instruments that made up their sound.

Sequential Trigon-6 – New 6 Voice Polysynth

Sequential announced today their first new instrument since the passing of their founder, Dave Smith, the Trigon 6 Polyphonic Synthesizer.

The best budget grooveboxes to take a break from your DAW

Are you stuck in the mud creatively? We check out some of the best budget grooveboxes for standalone beat creation and live performance.

The best stereo EQ processors for mixdown and mastering

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 best budget Eurorack effects modules for your synth rig

Need something extra to expand the possibilities of your modular system? Let's check out some of the best budget Eurorack effects modules.

The best EQs under $1000 for home recording

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.

Neumann M 49 V: highly limited tube microphone reissue up for order

The Neumann M 49 V (M 49 reissue) is now available for order from the manufacturer and its dealers, priced around EUR 8,500.

LiN76 Vintage Limiting Amplifier: 76-style compressor up for pre-order

LiN76 Vintage Limiting Amplifier is Lindell Audio's attempt to deliver a complete 76-style hardware compressor at a budget price.

Analogue Consoles: Do we still need them?

In this post, we discuss the practicality of analogue consoles and explore ways of incorporating console features into your workflow.

The best stereo compressors under $2000

Hardware processing on your master out can be a gamechanger when working in the box. We check out the best stereo compressors under $2000.

SSL BUS+ Review: The next-generation Bus Compressor

The Bus+ is the next generation of the legendary SSL Bus Compressor – and then some. We've taken the SSL Bus+ for a spin in our review!

Heritage Audio Herchild 660 and 670: Fulfill your Fairchild dreams!

Who hasn't dreamt of owning a Fairchild? While the Heritage Audio Herchild 660 and 670 are certainly no bargain, they make that goal more attainable.

Elektron Syntakt is official: 3x the A4 at half the size?

Syntakt is official! Elektron's new 12-track hybrid digital / analog groovebox is available now, priced around EUR 950.

SSL THE BUS+: meaningfully innovating the timeless bus comp

BUS+ is a reincarnate of the SSL Bus Compressor that fuses the classic VCA circuit with new coloration and precision processing capabilities.

Why do we still use leveling amplifiers during the recording process?

Leveling amplifiers have been used forever in the world of recorded music. We look at the different types, formats, and applications.

Deal: buy NI Maschine and get up to 8 expansions for free

Native Instruments launched a limited time promotion on its Maschine products and expansions. If you purchase Maschine+, MK3, or Mikro before May 5 2022, you will receive up to 8 free exp. of your ...

When to use an SSL bus compressor and why?

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.

Mäag Audio intros PREQ2 dual-channel analog preamp and EQ

Mäag's newest creation is the PREQ2 dual mic preamp and EQ - the latter inclusive of the famous AIR Band circuit that gave 90's pop gloss.

API introduces the 3122V 2-channel microphone preamp

API has announced the 3122V microphone preamp. The 3122V is a 2-channel preamp based on the same circuit design as the 4-channel 3124V and the 512V/512c.

Locomotive Audio Model 86B-2: modern Ampex-style tube pre

The successor to the 286A, 86B-2, brings a new front panel, new circuit layout, separate mic and line XLR inputs, and higher DI impedance.

The Framework laptop is now in stock and available for order

The Framework laptop is now in stock and available pre-order in UK, Germany, and France. A fully customizable and repairable machine.