Live
Review
Review: LD Systems MAUI 28 G3 & G3 MIX PA – For DJs and Events
31 Mar · The LD Systems MAUI 28 G3 & G3 MIX is a powerful column PA. It is compact but suitable for DJs, small bands, and presentations.
THE ENGINEER'S ROLE IN MUSIC
What is a Sound Engineer? The Role of the Engineer in Modern Music
26 Mar · The importance of an audio engineer is easy to overlook. We discuss "What is a Sound Engineer?" within the context of modern music.
Universal Audio Apollo E Series: 2 New Dante Expansion Modules
18 Mar · The Universal Audio Apollo E Series offers the new Dante-compatible e1x preamp and e2m monitor controller.
Zoom PodTrak P2: A Compact Recording Interface for USB Mics
10 Mar · The Zoom PodTrak P2 is a portable recording device for podcasters and streamers with AI noise reduction, compression, and de-essing.
USING YOUR DAW LIVE
Using Your DAW Live: Taking It To The Stage
05 Mar · We find out about using your DAW live for music performance or signal processing and some useful tips to help you get the best results.
LIVE VS STUDIO
Live Sound vs Studio Recording: Can You Do Both?
26 Feb · We're looking at live sound vs studio recording from the engineer's perspective to find out about the differences between the two worlds.
The Allen & Heath SQ V1.6 Firmware Update brings in Requested Features
26 Feb · With the latest V1.6 Firmware, the Allen & Heath SQ series has a range of add-ons and improvements including some user-requested features.
TOPS AND FLOPS
Tops and Flops: Plugins, Pedals, and Platforms
22 Feb · In this week's edition of Tops and Flops, we look at some of the most exciting and infuriating developments in the world of audio and music.
Prolight + Sound 2025: The Event Highlight Celebrates its 30th Anniversary!
21 Feb · Prolight + Sound 2025 will be celebrating its 30th anniversary from 8 to 11 April 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany, and will be focusing on future topics.
Interview: Ian Anderson
Interview: Ian Anderson on Jethro Tull’s lastest album, Curious Ruminant
19 Feb · Gearnews offers Paul Rigg's exclusive take on a generic interview with Ian Anderson and a review of Jethro Tull’s Curious Ruminant
Shure is Celebrating the 100th Anniversary – Congratulations!
12 Feb · Shure was founded 100 years ago. We take a look at some of the highlights of the company's history and talk about how Shure got its start.
Revvision Cabinet by REVV: A New Way to Perform
11 Feb · The Revvision Cabinet hopes to set new standards for live performances. 4x12 cabinets, combined with LED panels. Cool or confusing?
COMPACT ANALOG MIXERS
The Best Compact Analog Mixers for your Studio
06 Feb · Running out of inputs on your interface? We're checking out the best compact analog mixers for expanding your music production setup.
Live Deals: Behringer WING, Sennheiser & Klark Teknik Products on Sale!
05 Feb · Live Deals at Thomann: Get the Behringer WING digital mixer for €300 off, plus lots more for your next live gig.
Waves eMotion LV1 Classic: Professional Digital Flexibility
30 Jan · The Waves eMotion LV1 Classic is a compact digital live console with a touchscreen interface, 64 stereo inputs, and 44 internal busses.
Network MIDI 2.0: MIDI over Ethernet – What Are the Benefits?
28 Jan · Network MIDI 2.0 is a new standard that defines how MIDI devices can communicate over Ethernet and WiFi. What are the advantages?
LD Systems Maui G3 Mix: Compact App Controlled PA Systems
27 Jan · The LD Systems Maui G3 Mix series offers 2 models of compact plug-and-play column PA systems with an intelligent app-based mixing interface.
Tops and Flops
Tops and Flops: The Classic Rock Show, John Sykes and Liverpool
25 Jan · In this week's Tops and Flops, we go and see The Classic Rock Show in Liverpool, and face the depressing realities of trying to get to gigs in adverse weather.
FLUX MiRA: New Audio Analysis Software for Studio, Multichannel and Live Applications
23 Jan · With three specialized variants and comprehensive immersive audio support, FLUX's MiRA sets new standards in audio analysis.
Shure NAMM 2025: All the New Gear is Now Available!
22 Jan · The Shure NAMM 2025 releases are now available for order, with a wide range of live professional microphones and wireless receivers.
The Yamaha DM3 Update Adds User-Requested Features
21 Jan · The Yamaha DM3 Update includes compatibility with the new R series I/O racks and an 8-channel auto mixer for podcasting and streaming.
Polyend Step Is a Programmable Drum Machine for your Feet
21 Jan · Polyend Step is a fully-featured, programmable drum machine you control with your feet! Is Polyend Step the most powerful stompbox drum machine ever?