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  1. Buyer’s Guide: Monitor Management and Calibration Tools

    Posted by Robert Steiner

    Buyer’s Guide: Monitor Management and Calibration Tools
    A close-up of the Trinnov 3D Measurement Microphone with a blurry speaker and 500 Series studio gear in the background. When it comes to mixing and mastering, every aspect and detail of your space, from speaker placement to the type of carpet on the floor, has an impact on what you're hearing. Monitor management and calibration tools are essential for fine-tuning your setup and optimizing your sound, and while the concept is simple, there are a lot of things to consider before choosing your approach. In this Buyer's Guide, you'll learn about the different types of monitor management and calibration tools available, how they work, and how to implement them in your studio.   Continue reading →
  2. Buyer's Guide: Genelec Studio Monitors

    Posted by Brad Pack

    Buyer's Guide: Genelec Studio Monitors
    Genelec "The Ones" Series studio monitors. With a wide range of distinctly shaped speakers powered by groundbreaking software, Genelec is behind some of the most recognizable, celebrated, and trusted products in the audio world.  From compact monitors to Smart Active Monitoring systems, you can expect the same level of quality and reliability across Genelec’s product line. But with so many options to choose from, each with its own strengths, it can be difficult to know which pair is right for your studio. In this buyer’s guide, we’ll summarize all of Genelec's products to help you find the perfect solution.   Continue reading →
  3. Best Selling Audio Interfaces of 2023

    Posted by Robert Steiner

    Best Selling Audio Interfaces of 2023
    This year’s tally of the best-selling audio interfaces features plenty of old favorites, but there are also some upgraded models and exciting new releases in the mix. Portable USB-based interfaces are still the clear favorite thanks to their convenience and ease of use, but the feature set across these models is probably the most diverse we’ve seen yet. With heavyweight brands like Universal Audio, Neve, Focusrite, and Neumann on the list, you’re bound to find the right audio interface for you.  Continue reading →
  4. Celebrate The Show At Vintage King's 2024 Pre-NAMM Open House

    Posted by Eric Allen

    Celebrate The Show At Vintage King's 2024 Pre-NAMM Open House
    With 2023 winding down, the pro audio community's collective gaze turns to Anaheim as the 2024 NAMM Show returns to its mid-January timeslot. The promise of new gear announcements has us excited for the upcoming show, and to celebrate, we're kicking things off with our traditional Pre-NAMM Open House at Vintage King Los Angeles. Continue reading →
  5. TEC Award-Nominated Philharmonic Studios Delivers One-Of-A-Kind Experience

    Posted by Eric Allen

    TEC Award-Nominated Philharmonic Studios Delivers One-Of-A-Kind Experience
    Upon entering Philharmonic Studios, one can clearly see that every detail, no matter how small, has been meticulously considered. Owner and Chief Recording Engineer Greg Miner has gone to great lengths to bring a world-class studio to Vernon Hills, Illinois, and he's accomplished just that. But the journey to completing this TEC Award-nominated facility dates farther back than its 2022 opening. Continue reading →
  6. Best Selling Microphones of 2023

    Posted by Robert Steiner

    Best Selling Microphones of 2023
    When it came to microphones, customers mainly stuck to the hits in 2023. The majority of this year’s best-selling microphones consist of familiar names, but hey, they’re considered studio essentials for a reason. Whether you need a new condenser, a road-ready dynamic, a retro-tinged ribbon, or a cutting-edge modeling mic, these top-selling microphones of 2023 are all fantastic options. Continue reading →
  7. Music Documentaries To Watch Over The Holidays [2023 Edition]

    Posted by Eric Allen

    Music Documentaries To Watch Over The Holidays [2023 Edition]
    In 2023, the world was treated to a spectacular array of music documentaries that delved deep into the diverse and dynamic landscape of the music industry. Per tradition around these parts, Vintage King has put together some of our favorites from the past 365 days and is giving you the ultimate list of music documentaries to watch over the holidays. If you feel that you need more than the eight new docs on our list below, don't worry! Check out our blogs from previous years here (20142015201620172018201920202021, and 2022), and you'll find enough watching fodder to cover you for a few months. Continue reading →
  8. Gear Breakdown: Rupert Neve Designs 5088 Console

    Posted by Brad Pack

    Gear Breakdown: Rupert Neve Designs 5088 Console
    For those of us in the professional recording industry, the mere mention of Rupert Neve elicits a sense of awe and respect. Renowned for his legendary contributions to the world of audio engineering, Neve's designs have become synonymous with unparalleled sound quality and innovation. As one of the world’s premier pro audio institutions, Vintage King Los Angeles is excited to welcome home a new Rupert Neve Designs 5088 console. Often referred to as “the pinnacle of Rupert’s console design philosophies,” the RND 5088 incorporates and improves upon many of the concepts that made his original 80 series consoles so revered. Continue reading →
  9. Hear The Gear: Classic VCA Compressors

    Posted by Kallie Marie

    Hear The Gear: Classic VCA Compressors
    VCA compressors are one of the most common types of compressors on the market. Known for being clean, predictable, and exacting, VCA compressors use a control signal to determine when the gain reduction is applied to a signal. Oftentimes, VCA compressors have a wide range of features and flexible controls, making them a highly versatile tool in the studio.  Continue reading →
  10. Best Selling Studio Monitors of 2023

    Posted by Robert Steiner

    Best Selling Studio Monitors of 2023
    2023 was the year of upgrades and refreshes in the world of studio monitors, as the majority of this year’s best-selling models are new versions of past best-sellers. Active monitors are just as popular as ever, and monitors with DSP and acoustic calibration technology are notably well-represented this year. Whether you’re looking to update your current monitors or looking for something completely different, our best-selling studio monitors of 2023 are a great place to start.  Continue reading →
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