Nowadays, it’s not hard to find compact recorders. Many models even cater to musicians with audio interface functionality, multitrack recording, and overdubbing. But there’s a fine line between being feature-rich and being an overkill for an on-the-go tool. Today, we’ll help you find the best portable audio recorder that balances functionality and convenience.
When it comes to audio modulation in music production, two standout effects often spark deep curiosity and debate among enthusiasts and professionals alike: the flanger and the phaser. At their essence, the flanger and phaser achieve their distinctive sounds by manipulating an audio signal and then blending it back with the original. It’s this clever interplay of signals that furnishes the ambient swirls and whooshing sounds that have become a hallmark in a myriad of tracks.
Performing live is a whole different beast than recording in a studio. With the noise, weather, outside elements, and accidents waiting to happen, it can be hostile to your audio gear, especially your microphone. Still, your mic will be your best friend during performances, so it’s necessary to pick one that delivers well despite it all.
You use your studio chair as much as any of your recording equipment. Ironically, it’s often the most overlooked gear, even though it’s critical for your health, posture, and working comfort. We’d even go out on a limb and say that a studio chair is one of the best investments you can make in your career!
Despite the size of your studio, you’ll still need ample space for your gear. Think of all the cables, accessories, and hardware. Leaving these pieces of equipment crammed and dangling on your desk puts them at risk for damage and potential injury to yourself!
Have you ever felt the need to turn your headphone’s volume up, but it was already at maximum setting? Sometimes, you sense the sound quality isn’t the best either. If that’s the case with you, you may be in need of a headphone amp. Primarily, finding the best headphone amp isn’t a straightforward process. With new products released now and then, the choices become too many. That’s why we gathered our top five recommendations for every budget in the following list.
Odds are, your DAW supports multitrack recording. But you don’t have to chain yourself to your computer-based setup. Swapping your open system (OS, DAW, interface, preamps, plugins, and whatnot) for a closed system (just a recorder) can be a smart move if you need to work on the go. To help you find the perfect closed system, we’ll look at five of the best multitrack recorders on the market.
Ribbon microphones are known for their warm and natural sound. These mics have become a staple throughout the years in both professional and home studios. This post will guide you through the best ribbon microphones in the market now, highlighting models that blend classic audio qualities with modern innovation.
A monitor controller can save the day if there’s a sudden spike, but it’s more than just a glorified volume knob. If you get the right one, it’ll make switching monitors, alternating cue mixes, and checking mono compatibility much easier. But how do you find one that fills all your monitoring needs?
Mastering is arguably the most important step in the music production process. It’s where your tracks transform from good to great, achieving a polished, radio-ready quality. Waves, a leader in audio plugin technology, offers a range of tools that can elevate your music to a new level.
If there’s one accessory you shouldn’t rush into buying or cheapen out on, it’s the guitar wall hanger. After all, you’ll be trusting it with one of the most valuable instruments you own. The last thing you want is to walk in one day only to find a broken guitar on the floor (and possibly a hole in your wall).
Ever heard a song so crisp, so precise, you could practically feel the raspy grit of the singer’s voice brushing against your eardrums? Or maybe you’ve stumbled upon a compressed, tinny track that sounded like it was beamed in from a potato masher in reverse? Ah, the joys (and sorrows) of audio formats. Today, we’re diving headfirst into the MP3 vs. WAV format showdown, deciphering the code that separates sonic nirvana from aural purgatory.
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