Robert Steiner

Finding the right synthesizer can be both exciting and daunting, especially when you're working within a budget. Thankfully, there are plenty of incredible synths out there that deliver exceptional sound, performance, and versatility—all without breaking the bank. Whether you're an experienced sound designer or a musician looking to expand your sonic palette, there's no shortage of options under $1500. Continue reading →

In a world where technology is constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the studio, 2024 has been an exceptional year for innovation. From immersive audio setups and groundbreaking interfaces to mics that adapt to your every move, the new gear hitting the market this year is nothing short of revolutionary. Whether you’re an engineer looking to explore the depths of Dolby Atmos or a guitarist needing pedalboard simplicity with studio-grade sound, there’s something new for everyone. Join us as we break down the most innovative studio gear of 2024. Continue reading →

Have you ever listened to your favorite guitarist and thought, “Man, how did they get the guitar to sound like that?” The answer is almost always by using guitar pedals.  The world of guitar effect pedals has existed since the first wave of modern music. These eclectic and colorful effects boxes have not only helped define the sounds of countless guitar legends but also helped invent entire music genres. The term “shoegaze” came from experimentalists like Kevin Shields and Christian Savill staring at their pedal boards on the ground as they carefully crafted stunning walls of sound.  Continue reading →

The world of digital audio might look incredibly different without the decades of work done by Apogee. Since 1985, the company has constantly found ways to invent, improve, and future-proof its wide array of interfaces, mics, and plug-ins. Their flagship model, the Symphony I/O MKII, is a testament to that constant innovation. Continue reading →

While audiophiles and gearheads love to debate the perfect setup for the studio, the live space is filled with just as many fantastic gear options. Of course, you have your time-tested road warriors like the Shure SM57 and SM58, and those will probably continue to be used onstage for decades to come. But as great and reliable as this gear can be, oftentimes what you see is what you get — in this case, that’s a solid, baseline live sound, but without much more room for fine-tuning or customization. Continue reading →

For the past decade-plus, Focusrite has gained millions of fans around the world thanks to its line of high-quality, affordable, and easy-to-use USB interfaces. In fact, these popular portable interfaces have been the entry point into the wonderful world of audio recording for countless artists, producers, and engineers, and remain constant top sellers to this day.  Continue reading →

Immersive audio is a natural and exciting evolution from conventional stereo, allowing producers and engineers to make more dynamic and creative mixes than ever. Plenty of strides have been made with immersive audio over the past several years, but the concept can still be somewhat intimidating for some. More importantly, the idea of having mixes done in immersive software like Dolby Atmos as well as regular stereo mixes can be a bit intimidating (and expensive) for everyday indie artists.  Continue reading →

Audio veterans are likely well-familiar with the “Rupert Neve Sound”: warm, punchy, and smooth as silk. But for those looking to craft their own signature within the gear and circuitry pioneered by the man himself, then the Rupert Neve Designs’ Master Series is your answer.  Continue reading →

Analog or digital? It’s a question that has dominated audio gear forums and real-life roundtables since the first generation of digital recording tools hit the market. But today, we offer a new question to the masses: Why not both? Continue reading →

Beyerdynamic’s founder Eugen Beyer had a saying: “Sometimes you just have to forge your own path.” Throughout its 100-year history, beyerdynamic has channeled that motto across several lines of headphones, earbuds, and microphones. Continue reading →