Review | Sep 29, 2016 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

Neat Microphones can be traced to some well-known transducers. There's quite a buzz about their King Bee & Worker Bee mics so Matthew Loel T. Hepworth finds out if they're as sweet as they say.

Review | Sep 14, 2016 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

Many guitarists have switched to virtual plug-ins for studio recording and live work. Mercuriall hits the scene with the U530 plug-in, so how does it stack up against the real and virtual competition?

Review | Jun 15, 2016 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

Reflection filters are a great way to tame echoes in a sonically untreated room. Aston Microphones have just joined the field with the HALO filter. Can they really make a better slap-back trap?

Review | Apr 13, 2016 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

The Aston Origin has caused quite a stir since it was introduced, but does it really live up to the hype? Matthew Loel T. Hepworth compares it head-to-head with three other popular microphones.

Review | Jan 02, 2016 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

For live performers, in-ear monitors have many advantages over foldback wedges. Matt looks at the entry-level and pro in-ear monitors from Ultimate Ears to see if they can replace on-stage monitors.

Review | Dec 18, 2015 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

Steinberg scored a hit with the first-generation UR22. UR22mkII ups the ante with iPad-compatibility & software for Mac, Windows, & iPad. Matthew Loel T. Hepworth takes the new interface on a test run

Review | Dec 09, 2015 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

With an emphasis on workflow, collaboration and a new synth, Steinberg's Cubase Pro 8.5 packs in more new features than meets the eye as Matthew Loel. T. Hepworth discovers.

Review | Dec 08, 2015 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

Ozone 7 adds many features to iZotope's popular audio mastering program. But are those features what you'll need to take your audio finalizing to the next level? Matt Loel T Hepworth investigates.

Review | Oct 12, 2015 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

Version 7 of Steinberg's Nuendo platform incorporates new features from Cubase Pro 8 and myriad of other powerful tools for musicians and producers alike. Matthew Loel T. Hepworth explores what's new.

Review | Jul 28, 2015 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

At first glance, the Yamaha AG06 looks like a small, simple mixer. But there are a lot of unique features under the hood. Matthew Loel T. Hepworth climbs under the bonnet to reveal those secrets.

Review | May 27, 2015 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

With their earlier JamUp app, Positive Grid made a splash with guitarists. Now with BIAS FX, they hope to bring on a flood. Matthew Loel T. Hepworth takes the plunge to find out more.

Tutorial | May 25, 2015 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

Once you have Audio recorded into Cubase, how does that signal flow through the DAW? Matthew Loel T. Hepworth will show you how the signal flows downstream.

Review | Mar 19, 2015 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

The 6.1 update adds brand-new features, as well as some old favorites. And since it's free, who wouldn't update? Matthew Loel T. Hepworth reviews the newest 6.1 update.

Review | Jan 19, 2015 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

In the market for a 1-XLR mic, 1-1/4' audio interface with 192 kHz support that works with iPad and Mac/PC and comes with Cubase AI 7... for under $100 dollars? The Steinberg UR12 aims to please.

Review | Dec 04, 2014 by Matthew Loel T. Hepworth

Cubase 8 comes in two flavors: Artist and Pro. Is version 8 really great, or is it just a bunch of bait? Matt Loel T Hepworth puts all the new features to the test.