It’s true that it is generally recommended to mix on studio monitors, but headphones certainly have their place. The most obvious benefit being that if you don’t have a well-treated room, or an area where you can listen to music loudly without disturbing others, then professional mixing headphones are perfect. Thankfully, modern day headphones have … Read more
Ever since the synthesiser was created, they have taken the world by storm. They changed the face music forever, but also how we interact with musical instruments. With synthesisers came a whole new range of sonic possibilities that would blow the mind of not only the listeners, but the creators and musicians themselves. Never before … Read more
Pros +Professional sound+Included software is superb+Tonnes of features+Multiple polar patterns Cons –Not the best stand–USB cable should be longer Polar Pattern: cardioid, figure-of-eight, omni Max SPL: 110 dB <3% THDFrequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHzAdjustable Gain Range: 0 – +36 dBSensitivity:1 mV/Pa Headphone Output1/8″ TRS active stereo USB microphones have really come into their own over this past decade. … Read more
Being a guitar player poses its challenges. One of the most nutritious ones being that we like noise! We like to play loud. We like to feel the walls shake and the floor vibrate as we crank up the volume to 11. Why is it so satisfying to play loudly though? It’s because you just … Read more
One of the most convenient ways to record guitar on a computer is by using an audio interface. In that way you don’t have to worry about amplifiers or cabinets. To sum up, an audio interface is the centre of any professional or home recording studio. It allows you to connect instruments, microphones, headphones, speakers, … Read more
You’ve just came up with a great new riff or song on your guitar, but you have no way to record it properly. Well, at least record the idea on your phone for later, as to not forgot it. But how can you actually record a guitar to a professional level though? So, that it … Read more
Understanding technical audio vocabulary can be like trying to understand another language sometimes. But if you want to record the best audio possible, it’s important to get to grips with the jargon. When you’re starting out it, it’s easy to feel a bit lost; but there are so many resources available online -like my website- … Read more
No doubt, if you’re asking yourself ‘what is a MIDI interface?’, then you’re probably not sure what MIDI is either. MIDI is, in my opinion, the most powerful and versatile tool that we have for making music. Using MIDI in your DAW opens up a whole new realm of endless possibilities. If you already have … Read more
With over 4 billion online, live streaming has never been more popular or more accessible. It doesn’t matter if you’re a podcaster, gamer, musician, or vlogger, the platforms are there for you to gain an audience and even generate online income. Yes, there are an abundance of platforms and streaming software out there, as well … Read more
It’s never been a better time to record music at home. Not only is audio hardware and software cheaper than ever before, the variety of products and the companies making those products is staggering. The musical digital realm has really evolved and flourished during the past few decades, giving us access to different DAWs, MIDI, … Read more