Posts with tag microphone

Review | Jun 20, 2018 by Hollin Jones

The best way to shape your sounds is at the source and this unique, hand-crafted lo-fi microphone is an excellent way to do it, as Hollin Jones discovered.

News | May 13, 2018 by Hollin Jones

This is a serious handheld mic for live performance, and now those living in the US can easily get their hands on one.

Review | Apr 21, 2018 by Matt Vanacoro

Samson's G Track Pro is a serious yet affordable USB microphone. Mat Vanacoro found out how it stood up against even weightier competition.

Tutorial | Apr 02, 2018 by Rich Tozzoli

Home studios are great but there are many things a pro studio offers that are simply impossible to do in a smaller space. Rich Tozzoli shares his reasons for going pro...

News | Mar 20, 2018 by Rounik Sethi

Universal Audio have released a rather tasty and authentic Neve preamp sound in a simple two-knob plug-in. It's exclusively for UA audio interfaces and UAD-2 hardware.

Tutorial | Mar 12, 2018 by Joe Albano

Studio recording can be a minefield of sound leakage, ambient distractions and other unwanted interference. Here, Joe Albano shares his top tips for getting great isolation during audio capture.

Interview | Feb 25, 2018 by Hollin Jones

The company behind the Starlight, Swiftshield and Origin are ploughing their own furrow, with a focus on quality, affordability and sound. We caught up with founder James Young.

Tutorial | Feb 22, 2018 by Hollin Jones

A technique pioneered for field recording can give unique and fascinating results when transplanted to a studio setting. This short video from Diego Stocco shows you the secrets of sound design.

Review | Jan 29, 2018 by Hollin Jones

IK's multi-purpose portable mic has had a facelift and some important upgrades. Hollin Jones takes to the road with the iRig Mic HD 2.

Review | Jan 24, 2018 by Matt Vanacoro

A high quality preamp can make a world of difference to your recordings. But would the Heritage Audio HA73 & 73 EQ Elite deliver? Matt Vanacoro found out...

Review | Dec 21, 2017 by Matt Vanacoro

USB mics can sometimes sacrifice quality for convenience, but that's not the case with Sennheiser's latest portable. Matt Vanacoro puts it to the test.

Review | Dec 13, 2017 by Joe Albano

Aston has made a name for itself with its innovative and affordable range of mics. But will the Spirit move Joe Albano? Read on to find out...

Tutorial | Dec 03, 2017 by Joe Albano

When choosing a microphone or mic collection for your studio, how do you know which route to take? Joe Albano shares his experience and offers up some wise words...

Review | Sep 27, 2017 by Hollin Jones

Blue's compact mic and software bundle is designed for podcasters and journalists as well as anyone making music. With Mac, PC, iOS and Android compatibility, could it be the only solution you need?

Tutorial | May 11, 2017 by Joe Albano

Close miking is a core skill for recording all kinds of sources from guitar and drums through to keyboards and vocals. Joe Albano takes you through the fundamentals of this technique.