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  1. Sound Particles SkyDust 3D: The World's First Spatial Synth

    Posted by Brad Pack

    Sound Particles SkyDust 3D: The World's First Spatial Synth
      In the world of professional audio, the advent of Dolby Atmos has revolutionized the way we experience sound. Its immersive capabilities have set a new standard for audio production, allowing for a three-dimensional sonic experience that captivates and transports listeners.  Sound Particles, a renowned name in the audio industry, has once again pushed the boundaries of innovation with their latest creation: the SkyDust 3D Immersive Synth Plug-In. Tailor-made for creating immersive soundscapes in Dolby Atmos, SkyDust 3D instantly generates spatial audio with the touch of a key, putting you directly in the center of your sound. Continue reading →
  2. Best Gear Under $500: Making Music On The Go

    Posted by Brad Pack

    Best Gear Under $500: Making Music On The Go
    Recording in a world-class studio with classic vintage gear and cutting-edge technology is great, but you never know when you’ll need to capture an idea. Whether you're a seasoned producer, an aspiring artist, or a traveling musician, having portable studio gear allows you to capture your creative ideas whenever inspiration strikes.  Continue reading to learn more about some of our favorite audio interfaces, headphones, microphones, recorders, pedals, synths, beat production tools, MIDI controllers, and step sequencers for recording on the go. Best of all, everything is priced under $500! Let’s dive in. Continue reading →
  3. Warm Audio Introduces New WA-MPX Tube Preamps

    Posted by Brad Pack

    Warm Audio Introduces New WA-MPX Tube Preamps
    Known for recreating classic studio gear at affordable prices, the folks at Warm Audio have just announced the new WA-MPX and WA-2MPX preamps, inspired by the legendary 351-style tube preamplifier found in American tape machines during the golden era of recording. This preamp was instrumental in shaping the sound of rock ‘n’ roll and was used on countless hits by artists like Elvis Presley, Les Paul, and Bing Crosby. Continue reading →
  4. Strymon's New Cloudburst Ambient Reverb Offers Expansive Sounds in Their Tiniest Pedal Yet

    Posted by Dante Fumo

    Strymon's New Cloudburst Ambient Reverb Offers Expansive Sounds in Their Tiniest Pedal Yet
    Close your eyes and picture a Strymon pedal. Chances are, you’re envisioning a double, perhaps triple-wide hunk of aluminum sporting two or three footswitches and an array of knobs, lights, and toggles covering its face. From their size and complexity, you can almost feel how much glorious sound is packed into Strymon’s pedals, but their latest release bucks that trend. Continue reading →
  5. 14 Essential Ribbon Microphones For Your Mic Locker

    Posted by Brad Pack

    14 Essential Ribbon Microphones For Your Mic Locker
    Even after successfully creating the ribbon microphone (and ribbon loudspeaker) in 1924, we're guessing Dr. Walter H. Schottky and Dr. Erwin Gerlach would not list the innovations in their top ten lifetime achievements. But, such is the life of a 20th Century physicist and inventor! Continue reading →
  6. Meris Hedra 500 Series Offers Rhythmic Pitch Shifting For Your Lunchbox

    Posted by Dustin McLaughlin

    Meris Hedra 500 Series Offers Rhythmic Pitch Shifting For Your Lunchbox
    Before Meris began making some of the most cutting edge pedals in the industry, the brand actually got its start with a handful of 500 Series releases. The latest creation from Meris sees them returning to form with the Hedra 500 Series. For those who are wondering, this is the same 3-voice intelligent pitch shifter that was released in pedal form and made my list of the hottest releases of 2019. The new 500 Series version accels with pro audio grade components and is ideal for both tracking and mixing during your next session. Continue reading →
  7. Recording And Mixing With The New Solid State Logic SSL2+ Interface

    Posted by Eric Allen

    Recording And Mixing With The New Solid State Logic SSL2+ Interface
    Days before the start of the 2020 NAMM Show, Solid State Logic rocked the pro audio world with the announcement of two new interfaces. Just like the best selling SiX desktop mixer, the SSL2 and SSL2+ interfaces have brought the brand's technology down to a more affordable range for a whole new generation of audio creators.The all-new SSL2 and SSL2+ are USB audio interfaces that draw from over four decades of SSL innovation. Each interface features two impressive analog mic pres, in addition to 24-bit / 192 kHz converters, and a "Legacy 4K" mode. The newly designed "Legacy 4K" mode is based on the SL4000 series console and adds classic analog color and character to your recordings for a dash of extra vintage vibe. Continue reading →
  8. Myburgh M1 Microphone Offers High-End Sound And Vintage Build

    Posted by Eric Allen

    Myburgh M1 Microphone Offers High-End Sound And Vintage Build
    What happens when you bring together a team of designers who were raised on the strong tradition of German tube mics? Microphone magic! Created in collaboration by noted U47 tech Andreas Grosser, design engineer Eckehard Dux, and engineer/producer Andrew Myburgh, the new Myburgh M1 microphone is certainly a beauty. Previewed at Musikmesse in 2018, and now available exclusively through Vintage King, the Myburgh M1 microphone offers the build quality of Germany's legendary microphones. Despite being inspired by the classics, the M1 is a microphone with its own design. This isn't just another replica of the U47, U67, or 251. Continue reading →
  9. Fresh Listen: Shadow Hills Industries The Equinox

    Posted by Eric Allen

    Fresh Listen: Shadow Hills Industries The Equinox
    The Equinox from Shadow Hills Industries has been around for a number of years, but often gets overlooked in terms of the sheer amount of tools it can bring to a session. The 2U rackmount unit can be looked at as a complete small-scale recording console with mic pres, summing buss, and monitoring section. The mic pre portion of The Equinox features two of Shadow Hill's signature GAMA mic pres, which offer 60dB of gain, 24 position stepped attenuators, phantom power, and 1/4" DI input. Where these mic pres truly shine though is the switchable output transformers in the amplifier section. Continue reading →
  10. First Listen: Retro Instruments 500PRE

    Posted by Eric Allen

    First Listen: Retro Instruments 500PRE
    When Retro Instruments first announced the brand's new 500PRE ($799), we knew we were in love before we ever even heard it. After all, what's not to love about bringing the Sta-Level design to the 500 Series world and packing three tubes into that compact module. Little did we know, we had something to do with the inspiration for it. "It was inspired by the Vintage King April Fools’ Day post on the 500 Series Fairchild 670," says Retro Instruments Owner/Designer Phil Moore. "“The performance of the 500PRE exceeded my expectations. It’s based on professional tube console program amplifiers from the era of the Sta-Level and 176. It’s got 75 dB of gain and no compromises." Continue reading →
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