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by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Whether you're a hobbyist making beats for fun or a seasoned professional producing music for your adoring fans, you'll want to have a MIDI keyboard to control your software synthesizers, drum machines, and maybe your whole DAW. In this shopping guide, we'll go over some of the best and most popular MIDI keyboard controllers we have in stock at B&H, their important features, and what kind of musicians they're best suited for.
If you need to know more about MIDI controllers and their affinity with DAWs, synths, and other hardware, check out
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Kevin breaks down various setups you can use when recording vocals at home, from entry-level to high-end. The first step: understanding basic room acoustics. You'll also learn how microphones work, how to gain stage properly, and much more. Thank you to @mattrelevo for joining us!
0:00 - What We're Covering
0:44 - Treating The Room
1:36 - Audio Interface
2:54 - Dynamic vs Condenser Mic
4:01 - Basic, Bare-Bones Setup
12:30 - Home Studio Setup
17:10 - High-End, Professional Setup
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
With their history and pedigree, tube microphones have built a reputation for being the delicate, rare, and expensive stuff only the wealthy or most prestigious of recording studios can afford to have in their arsenal. While that was true in the past (and still is for some tube mics), many audio equipment manufacturers are cloning vintage microphone architecture or producing their own designs that are affordable enough to be
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Realistic artificial reverbs and other time-based processors are commonplace in today’s music technology, so it’s easy to overlook how much of a technical marvel it was when reverberation could be divorced from the physical location of a performance, and how quickly it transformed recorded music. From Bill Putnam’s reamping technique using physical echo chambers, to the Brobdingnagian 600-pound EMT plate reverb machine, to the complex digital convolution and algorithmic reverbs we have today, artificial reverbs have been sculpting the sonic
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
In the business of producing music, podcasts, or live performances, one of the most overlooked tools is the humble mic stand. The stand may not steal the show, but it does have the important role of acting as a conduit between the performer and the audience. So, whether you're a hobbyist or a professional, a well-built and versatile mic stand is a key accoutrement to any audio/visual setup. In this guide, we'll cover some great options we have from Auray* as well as other manufacturers so you can walk away knowing exactly what you need to look
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Recording is much more of an art than a science, and every recording engineer has their preferences and techniques to achieve the sound they’re aiming for. With the current accessibility of recording technology, people have created incredible, high-fidelity productions despite limited budgets and unlikely recording environments—all they needed was some knowledge, a good idea, and the passion to experiment and explore different methods. In this guide, we will explore different established recording techniques that will give you solid knowledge
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Synthesizer manufacturers have given us a lot to fawn over in the last few years, from superpowered creation stations to compact gear that packs a punch—but sometimes, it’s best to stick with the tried-and-true classics we know and love. In this shopping guide, we’ll take a look at some of the best synthesizers that B&H has to offer—whether it’s the hottest new gear or one of the mainstays of the market.
Flagship Models ($3000+)
These synthesizers are the best of the best manufacturers have to offer—and their price point reflects it. If
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Modern pop vocal processing is meticulously crafted to present the upfront and clean sound we’re used to hearing on the radio—oftentimes, even advanced engineers have trouble capturing the vocal clarity and presence that’s required to get on the charts. In this guide, we talk about some of the most popular gear and reveal the vocal chains of some famous recording artists, the meaning behind their choices, and how to get a similar sound at a fraction of the cost via clones.
What Is a Vocal Chain?
A vocal chain is a series of hardware used while
by Andrew Eisele · Posted
If you want to learn about 500 Series, you need to start with API. API first started producing recording equipment in the late 1960s and has been on the cutting edge of recording technology throughout the ’70s and ’80s. The company’s large-frame consoles have gone on to become highly sought after and are comparable in quality to SSL and Neve, while providing a unique and sought-after sound all their own. The one thing that separated API from most other large-frame recording console manufacturers was the modular design, where different types of
by Eric Calvi · Posted
In the not-so-distant past, achieving professional-level sound required either a fully equipped analog studio or an expensive digital audio workstation. However, thanks to the ingenuity of brands like Universal Audio, Audient, and Apogee, professional-quality sound is now attainable via powerful yet portable audio interfaces. The perfect companions at home in the studio or on the go, these devices can certainly help you achieve polished and impactful audio without straining your computer's CPU.
Audient EVO 4
Deceptively small and astonishingly
by Gabby Bloch · Posted
Many budding producers may wonder if it is best to use monitors while mixing or whether headphones can give an equally accurate picture of one’s mix. And while many professionals will insist that monitors are the best way to go, an argument can be made as to why mixing with headphones is sometimes more appropriate. So, let’s look at the pros and cons of both monitors and headphones and explore some tips that will help you get the best mix possible.
Are Monitors Better for Mixing?
Most often, it is recommended that monitors be used for mixing
by Sam Mallery · Posted
Voice-overs are an essential ingredient in the creation of dynamic media. They can be an unseen character in a story, or just a friendly voice persuading you to buy pet food. Voice-overs are found in every form of media, from news reporting to experimental filmmaking. Even photo slideshows can benefit from a well-executed voice-over.
Creating a voice-over isn't difficult to do, and the basic hardware required is fairly inexpensive. However, the quality of your voice-overs will only be as good as the methods you use to capture and control the
by Gabby Bloch · Posted
One of the most important elements to achieving a clean podcast recording is a well-treated acoustic space. In addition to outside noise, reverberation and flutter echoes, which happen when sound bounces between walls, can take away from the professionalism of your recording and potentially put off your listeners. So, we’ve provided a brief list of the best acoustic treatment solutions to keep your room quiet and echo free.
Absorbers & Diffusers
Two types of tools used to manage room reflections are absorbers and diffusers. Absorption will
by Gabby Bloch · Posted
If you’ve been tasked with documenting a friend or relative’s intimate wedding, due to the simple fact that you own a decent camera, chances are you haven’t given much thought to best practices for capturing the audio. While many of today’s DSLR and mirrorless cameras can capture top-notch video, most of them lack a high-quality built-in microphone; and beware—no matter how great a video is to view, bad sound quality can completely ruin it.
Even though professionals generally rely on high-quality multi-track portable recorders and advanced
by Gabby Bloch · Posted
MIDI pad controllers are not only supremely fun when you have the right tools, but they also provide a creative and intuitive approach to writing music. Especially if you’re not a keyboard or guitar player, it’s an easy way to realize your musical ideas, allowing you to get from thought to creation with faster efficiency. Whether you’re just looking to create a fantastic bottom line, or you’re trying to produce a fully fleshed out track, we’ve got some pad controllers that will get you on your way.
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