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by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
In-ear monitors, or IEMs, are an integral part of any professional live performance. They sound better and are much smaller than stage wedges, offering musicians a far more effective monitoring solution by delivering consistent sound no matter where they are on stage. Depending on your budget and intention, adding IEMs to your workflow can be either a modest upgrade to your setup or serious evolution of your production value. In this guide, we'll be going over the advantages (and disadvantages) of IEMs as well as some of the intricacies and
by Trevor Collins · Posted
Sennheiser announced that its popular analog G4 wireless system has reached the end of its product lifecycle, meaning the acclaimed wireless microphone system will no longer be produced or fully supported. The end of the G4 puts the spotlight solely on its successor, the Evolution Wireless Digital EW-DP, which debuted last year.
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What makes Shure's Nexadyne 8/C Cardioid and 8/S Supercardioid mics ideal for live vocals? Andrew gets technical and shares the engineering that went into creating the Nexadyne series. You'll also see a comparison between these
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Grammy-nominated producer Erik "Blu2th" Griggs explores Arturia’s new sounds and products. Blu2th shares how he discovers new sounds using Arturia’s MiniFuse, KeyLab Essential mk3, and
by Robert Rives · Posted
Arturia just unveiled its newest flagship synthesizer, the PolyBrute 12, a 12-voice analog synth featuring a Full Touch MPE keyboard and powerful sound-morphing capabilities. This feature-rich synth builds on what made the original PolyBrute great, giving music-makers more features, functionality, and expressivity options than ever before.
by Trevor Collins · Posted
Antelope Audio, known for their high-end professional interfaces, is adding a new entry to their lineup: the Zen Quadro. Whether you are a budding streamer, content creator, or podcaster, the Zen Quadro offers all the convenience and flexibility of modern compact interface designs with the added benefit of Antelope’s audio technology. From Synergy Core FX processing
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Sissi Lu blends visual and audio with each photograph she captures. She invites viewers to fully immerse themselves in the moment, perceiving it precisely as she did, as she captures not only the sight but also the “sound of the photo.”
0:00 - Introduction
1:24 - Lu's audio project
9:00 - Going the route of stills with audio
11:29 - Lu's audio experience
17:50 - The challenges of recording audio for this project
20:27 - Lu growing in audio
21:51 - Inspiring each other as artists
26:20 - The ease of recording audio nowadays
28:07 - The
by Robert Rives · Posted
The good folks at Shure know a thing or two about microphones. Not only did they invent the most popular stage vocal mic of all time, the SM58, but the SM7B is still considered by many to be the gold standard for broadcasting. So naturally, B&H was very excited to hear about Shure’s newest series of vocal performance mics, the Nexadyne 8/C cardioid and 8/S supercardioid microphones.
Revonic Microphone Technology
What makes the Nexadynes so
by Robert Rives · Posted
RØDE is expanding its lineup of products geared toward creators and influencers with several new offerings designed to help you get better audio and video results from your smartphone or PodMic.
Wireless Me Dual
First up is the Wireless ME Dual. Since the original Wireless ME receiver was dual channel, it was only a matter of time before RØDE sold a version that would include two clip-on microphone/transmitters in the
by Robert Rives · Posted
Sennheiser is rolling into NAB 2024 with some exciting new offerings, including a new MKH microphone and updates to its popular lineup of broadcast headsets.
MKH 8030
The MKH lineup of microphones includes high performing, industry standards like the 416, the 50, and recently the 8000 modular series, which features compact, timbrally identical small-diaphragm condenser mic capsules with different polar patterns. The capsules deliver the detailed, professional-quality audio capture
by Gabby Bloch · Posted
What is a DAC?
If you’ve dipped your toes into the audiophile world, you’ve probably seen the term, “DAC” referenced in countless articles and online forums. Why? In short, a DAC can make your music sound better. But what is a DAC, and how does it work?
Simply put, DAC stands for “digital to audio converter.” You may be surprised to discover that you already use DACs all the time. For example, your phone has a DAC, as does your computer or any other digital device that emits sound. DACs are necessary because our ears can’t read digits. Rather,
by Trevor Collins · Posted
Few names are as synonymous with pro audio as AKG. Originally founded in Austria, AKG has a reputation for producing quality audio products, from speakers and headphones to professional studio microphones, representing 75 years of innovation. In today’s market, however, AKG is perhaps best known for its wide range of quality headphone offerings. From convenient, consumer wireless products to audiophile-centric studio cans, AKG offers a diverse range of headphones with something for just about everyone.
In this article, we’ll look at some of
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The Arturia AstroLab gives you access to a collection of 7,000 sounds and presets in an easy-to-transport package. Unleash your creativity in the studio, on the road, or on stage with Arturia’s latest keyboard.
00:00 - Introduction
00.53 - Opening Jam
02:49 - Overview
04:08 - Keyboard and Interface
05:38 - Rotary Screen Encoder
06:14 - Preset Browsing
08:31 - Analog Lab Integration
09:10 - Multi-Part Presets
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by Gabby Bloch · Posted
There’s an ongoing debate about whether mixing with headphones is an optimal solution: studio monitors are usually the best option as you’ll get the proper soundstage, but headphones reveal superior detail and localization. It’s not clear which method reveals problems or perfections in your mix, so there are going to be times when using headphones is the right move.
In this guide, we’ll be discussing some important factors to consider before committing to a pair of mixing headphones, along with a couple mixing tips and recommendations when
by Trevor Collins · Posted
Podcasters, streamers, and content creators around the globe have raved about Shure’s MV7 dynamic microphone ever since it dropped four years ago. The MV7 set the tone for podcast mic design, sporting a hybrid analog XLR and digital USB design that fit into the setup of just about any creator. Now, Shure is introducing its next-generation update: the MV7+.