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Gear Breakdown: Rupert Neve Designs OptoFET Dual-Stage Compressor

Engineers have been using compressors in tandem for decades, but last year, Rupert Neve Designs simplified things with the release…

6 days ago

First Listen: Neve 88RLB, 88R LBEQ, & 88R LBC 500 Series Modules

For decades, Neve consoles have been synonymous with some of the most iconic recordings in music history. But what happens…

3 weeks ago

Quick Hits: Mäag Audio EQ4M Mastering Equalizer

If you've been around studios for any length of time, there's no doubt you've run into that light-blue EQ renowned…

1 month ago

VK Shootout: Royer Labs R-122 MKII & R-12 Microphones

When it comes to ribbon microphones, the Royer Labs R-121 is one of the most widely used in recording studios…

2 months ago

VK Shootout: Empirical Labs EL8-X Distressor Compressor & UAD EL8 Distressor Plug-In

Over 30 years ago, Empirical Labs' Dave Derr set out to design a compressor that would combine the sonic characteristics…

2 months ago

Recreating Five Legendary Vocal Chains With Universal Audio

Universal Audio's comprehensive collection of gear, from modeling microphones and interfaces to plug-ins and DAW, makes staying within its impressive…

2 months ago

Quick Hits: Gainlab Audio Empress Tube EQ

Since the 1950s, passive tube EQs have remained a go-to choice for engineers looking to add warmth, depth, and musical…

3 months ago

First Listen: Nordic Audio Labs NU-24K & NU-100K

With a clear goal of creating microphones that stand apart from the classic German designs, Nordic Audio Labs has introduced…

3 months ago

Quick Hits: Dangerous Music BAX500 500 Series Equalizer

The Dangerous Music BAX500 brings the legendary Baxandall EQ design to the 500 Series form factor. Sharing the same concept…

4 months ago

Fresh Listen: Moog Music Minimoog Model D Bob Moog Tribute Edition (2026)

Moog's Minimoog Model D was a sonic revolution in 1970. For the first time in history, Bob Moog and his…

4 months ago