Audio Hardware

Tutorial | Oct 09, 2019 by Joe Albano

There can seem a bewildering array of mics out there but in truth, your choice comes down to a few key factors. Here, Joe Albano shares his pro tips for choosing the right microphone.

Editorial | Oct 08, 2019 by Hollin Jones

iPadOS marks Apple's first major step towards making the iPad a viable laptop replacement with features like true multitasking and mouse support. Here's how it can help musicians and producers.

Tutorial | Sep 27, 2019 by Hollin Jones

By blending close and distant mics when recording drums you can get complete control over the depth and tone of your drum sound. Learn how in this video.

Tutorial | Sep 23, 2019 by Hollin Jones

Get expert guidance on how to set up, route and sound check a live drum kit to ensure the perfect take. Josh Carney shows you how.

Tutorial | Sep 22, 2019 by Hollin Jones

Mic types, which stand to choose and how to prevent plosives are just some of the techniques explained in this short video on setting up your podcast system.

Editorial | Sep 12, 2019 by Matt Vanacoro

There are plenty of ways to earn money in the music business, many of which didn't even exist in the 'good old days'. Matt Vanacoro explains that it's not all doom and gloom...

Tutorial | Sep 08, 2019 by Matt Vanacoro

Going on the road with your music gear can have many pitfalls that might throw a spanner in the works. But with Matt Vanacoro's pro tips, you can avoid them. Read on to find out how.

Tutorial | Sep 04, 2019 by Matt Vanacoro

Good monitor placement is key to understanding your mixes. Matt Vanacoro explains some of the fundamentals of placement and setup that you need to know.

Tutorial | Aug 31, 2019 by Hollin Jones

Using RAID drives in your music setup can mean better performance and data security. Joe Albano explains how, in under two minutes.

Tutorial | Aug 26, 2019 by Joe Albano

If you're after a more analog sound for your productions there are some specific types of gear you will want to look at. Joe Albano gives you the inside track...

Tip | Aug 23, 2019 by Hollin Jones

From checking your gear to checking your goals, here are 5 tips that will help ease you back into the world of live music performance.

Tutorial | Aug 08, 2019 by Suddi Raval

Roland's TR-808 is a stone cold classic in the history - and the present - of music technology. But its story has a few more twists and turns than you might have guessed...

Tip | Aug 05, 2019 by Hollin Jones

Analog gear never went away, and its popularity is on the rise again. So in a world of digital, why would you turn to the analog domain? Here are 5 good reasons...

Editorial | Jul 26, 2019 by Hollin Jones

An extra inch of screen space doesn't sound like much but there are other ways in which the software and hardware could evolve to make your music life easier. Here are some of them...

Tutorial | Jul 24, 2019 by Matt Vanacoro

If you want to take your synthesis skills and knowledge to the next level, this handy guide from Matt Vanacoro will tell you everything you need to know about the wonderful world of synths.