This category is all about gear; music recording gear, microphone and audio interface comparisons, portable recorders, etc.
Everything that you need for your home studio will be covered here!
It’s a common misconception that USB microphones can’t be connected to a mixer or a USB Audio Interface, and although it’s not all that common nor best practice, it’s something that can be done. In this article, I will be going over how you can connect your USB microphone to a Mixer, the reasons to …
How to Plug a USB Microphone into a Mixer; Step by Step! Read More »
If you’re interested in recording music at home, then you probably considered doing so through a mixer instead of a regular audio interface, which is the more “common” route people take. However, Audio Interfaces are known for being able to record each individual input onto separate tracks in your computer to allow in-depth processing of …
In home music production, you often see people using Audio Interfaces, but what about USB mixers? Can they also be used? Is there any benefit to using Mixers over USB Audio Interfaces? Do you need both? In this article, I will answer all of these questions and more. So, without any further ado, let’s get …
In this article, I’m going to be explaining why USB microphones don’t need an Audio Interface, what an Audio Interface actually is, if you should actually purchase a USB mic or if it’s smarter to go for an XLR mic and audio interface setup, and much more. So, without any further ado, let’s get started! …
Do USB Microphones need a dedicated Audio Interface? Read More »
While open-back headphones aren’t some new fad or craze, they’re often highly recommended by mix and mastering engineers, bedroom producers, and audiophiles for critical listening over long periods of time. So, if you’ve heard of, been recommended, or are simply interested in open-back headphones for your listening purposes, look no further, because, in this article, …
Best Open Back Headphones Under $200: Updated 2023! Read More »
Studio monitors are probably the single most important piece of equipment in your studio since they are, essentially, your “ears”, letting you hear what is going on in the mix and allowing you to make changes as needed. However, high-quality studio monitors are generally really expensive, especially the high-end ones. But the truth is that …
10+ Best Studio Monitors under $300: Updated 2023! Read More »
Both the Shure MV7 and the Rode Podmic have been popular broadcasting microphones since their respective releases, but the Shure is almost three times more expensive. However, is this huge price difference worth it? In this article, I will be going over their differences, their pros & cons, how they sound, their ease of use, …
Rode PodMic vs Shure MV7; Is the Price difference worth it? Read More »
The Rode NT USB Mini is a relatively new microphone that sells for less than $100 and that comes with an interesting and useful software. The HyperX Quadcast has been around for much longer and is a bit more expensive, but which one is actually the better microphone? In this article, I will be comparing …
Rode NT USB Mini vs HyperX Quadcast; One is clearly better! Read More »
The Rode NT USB Mini has taken the market by storm, but is it good enough to dethrone the famous Blue Yeti? In this article, I will be comparing both microphones, going over how they sound, their build quality, what they are good for, their included software, and more. So, without any further ado, let’s …
Rode NT USB Mini vs Blue Yeti: Read before you buy! Read More »
