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Vintage Gear vs Modern Workflows: When Does Old Gear Really Count?

Is the magical secret to great songs really hidden inside the circuitry of old equipment? We discuss vintage gear vs modern workflows to find out.

What makes the Pultec EQ so special?

One of the most renowned studio tools in the history of recorded music, we look at the Pultec EQ and how to bring it into your workflow.

Microtech Gefell UM 57: An $8000 Reissue Of A Classic Tube Condenser

The Microtech Gefell UM 57 is a modern reissue of the classic UM 57 tube condenser for unparalleled studio recording quality of vocals and instruments.

KORG M1: Classic Gear

The KORG M1 is one of the best-selling synthesizers of all time. Is it still relevant in the 21st century? 

Which are the Best Mic Preamps for Home Recording?

Is a dedicated microphone preamp a necessity or a luxury? We take a look at some of the best mic preamps for home recording and find out.

Deals Of The Week: Behringer, Novation, and AKAI Professional

In this Deals of the Week installment, you'll find a range of offers on music production tools, with grooveboxes, synths, and drum machines.

SSL 4K Bundle: The Holy Trinity of Channel Strips

The SSL 4K Bundle gives you all three of the SL 4000 Series channel strip plugins, including the B, E, and G, each with its own characteristics.

Arturia FX Collection 6: Expands with 2 New Effects Plugins

The Arturia FX Collection 6 has expanded even further, adding some of Arturia's key plugin releases to the bundle along with two new plugins.

Gibson Original Collection: Reworked Classics in Stunning Sunburst

The Gibson Original Collection celebrates 100 years of flat-top acoustic guitars. These classics feature vintage flair with contemporary attributes.

Why is the Neve 1073 such a sought-after Mic Preamp?

We briefly explore the history of the iconic Neve 1073 channel strip and check out some of the different formats and designs available.

United UT Tube67: The Modern Classic is Now Available!

United Studio Technologies created the UT Tube67 to embody the heritage of the famous U67 tube condenser, now available at Thomann on request.

Warm Audio Retro 64: A Recreation of a Pioneering 1950s Dynamic Mic

The eye-catching Warm Audio Retro 64 reimagines a classic public-address and broadcast mic with an affordable design, ideal for modern recording.

H2 Audio Helios Olympic 1100 Series Console: A Legend Returns

This month, H2 Audio has been teasing the release of the Helios Olympic 1100 Series Console, and it's on the floor at the NAMM 2026 show!

The Mighty Fairchild 670 Reissue: Now Available at Thomann!

The reissue models of legendary Fairchild 670 and 660 compressor/limiters are now available from Thomann on request.

Silvertone Ukulele 852 Hula: 100 Years of Beach Vibes

The Silvertone Ukulele joins a vast run of historic reissued instruments. Classic Silvertone Uke attributes with beach vibes.

UA 610 Collection: Now Native and Free for a Limited Time Only!

Until 28 February, you can add the UAD 610 Collection to your plugin library for free, to get that classic 1950s tube console sound in your DAW.

The Best LA-2A Alternatives for Home Recording

The famous optical leveling amplifier is one of the most sought-after recording tools, we check out some of the best LA-2A alternatives.

Heritage Audio Herchild Next Gen 670N: A More Affordable Fairchild

The Heritage Audio Herchild Next Gen 670N is a recreation of the classic vari-mu compressor we know from some of our favourite 1960s recordings.

Why do we still use Leveling Amplifiers in the Recording Process?

We check out the different types, formats, and applications of leveling amplifiers and how they are used in the recording process.

Savant IM90: A Rare French Vintage Effects Unit

The Savant IM90 is a plugin recreation of the rare Publison Infernal Machine 90 digital effects processor with pitch-shifting and time-stretching.

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 check out the different formats currently available.

EQ Techniques: Neve vs Pultec vs API vs SSL

Understanding EQ techniques and types is an essential part of music production to help you achieve clarity and detail at any stage of the process.

24 Years of Apple iPod: Still Cooler Than Many Streaming Apps?

The Apple iPod is celebrating its 24th anniversary, showing how a simple music player changed the world of music forever.

Best Phaser Pedal Guide: From Affordable Effects to Classics and Beyond

The best phaser pedal is one that offers exactly what you need, sonically speaking, while looking good, too. Check out our suggestions.