U87 Archives

Studio Deals from Audient, AMS Neve, Neumann, and Genelec

This week's Studio Deals features a selection of offers ranging from entry-level recording gear all the way to high-end professional tools.

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

26 Nov 2022 in Other, Studio, Synths

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?

UT Twin87: condenser mic with switchable Vintage and Modern circuits

28 Apr 2022 in Studio

UT Twin87 is probably the ultimate 87 replica with its switchable vintage / modern discrete circuit topologies and custom components.

Is Expensive Better? Here’s some gear that’s good value for money.

09 Oct 2021 in

Prices don't always reflect value for money in the long term, argues Gearnews' Bob Malkowski. Here's some music gear that's a great investment.

5 Beginner Microphone Mistakes – and How to Avoid Them!

20 Nov 2020 in Live, Studio

Getting the most from your mics isn't difficult or expensive: Here's some easy-to-follow advice on how to avoid the most common microphone mistakes.

Warm Audio WA-87 R2: The Neumann U87 clone gets an update

21 Sep 2020 in Studio

Warm Audio has announced the WA-87 R2. The new version of the condenser microphone uses higher-quality components to get even closer to the sound of the famous U87.

Condenser Microphone Capsules: Build Your Perfect Mic Locker!

27 Jul 2020 in Studio

The capsule is at the core of any condenser microphone's sound - if you're looking to expand your mic locker, this 101 on microphone capsules is the place to start in selecting your next mic.

The Neumann U87 re-imagined in Rhodium for 50 year anniversary

19 Sep 2017 in Studio

The Neumann U87 in Rhodium certainly is a sight to behold, even if it boils down to it being a shiny version of the same bit of gear from 50 years ago. It's certainly a cool way of honouring the famous mic...