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by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Reverb gives sound verisimilitude. Think of it as the persistence of sound after it is produced—a phenomenon of multiple clashing and diverging sonic reflections whose characteristics are defined by the surfaces and materials they contact. It reveals the nature of a physical space in infinitesimal detail.
Reverb defines the tangible nature of space and our place within it—something that sighted and hearing humans often take for granted. You can infer a ton of knowledge about an environment simply by listening to what it sounds like.
The
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
RODE has developed a brand-new Micro-Electro-Mechanical-System (MEMS) microphone technology they’ve dubbed SONAURA, the culmination of five years of research and development collaboration with Infineon Technologies. The new SONAURA microphone technology aims to redefine how professional audio is captured, with its ultra-compact 4mm x 5mm dimensions, industry-leading Signal-to-Noise Radio (SNR) of 83 dB, and a self-noise of 11 dBA.
This tech will be introduced across new next-gen products from RODE and the Freedman Group lineup beginning with
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Are you recording your music at home? Not sure how to approach recording an electric guitar? Andrew shares a few mic setups, showing you how microphone choice and placement affect your sound.
0:00 How Electric Guitars Work
1:00 Simple & Budget Setup
2:33 How Does Mic Position Affect The Sound?
3:40 How Dynamic Moving Coil Mics Work
4:41 Over-Driven Electric Guitar Sound
6:35 What Other Dynamic Mics Can You Use?
8:02 Using Ribbon Microphones
10:39 Two-Mic Setups
14:04 Condenser Mic Options
14:58 Adding a Room Mic
16:48 Outro
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Denon just announced the AVR-S980H Audio/Visual Receiver, the newest member of its updated A/V receiver lineup that looks to expand and improve upon the features and performance of earlier models.
Denon AVR-S980H Audio/Visual Receiver
The AVR-S980H maintains all the highlights of its predecessor, the S970H, particularly its 7.2
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Deity has announced the new PR-4 Portable 4-Input 32-Bit Float Field Recorder, a compact recording solution that offers four microphone inputs and six-track recording in a small enough package to be mounted directly onto a camera and carried in a lightweight production bag.
Deity Microphones PR-4 Portable 4-Input 32-Bit Float Field Recorder
The new field recorder caters to
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Professional musicians and synth enthusiasts who want to get their hands on a rare edition of the classic Minimoog Model D (and perhaps the final production run of the instrument ever) should consider new Bob Moog Tribute Edition—a faithful recreation of the original featuring the identical sound engine and signal path from the 1970s.
The newly handcrafted synths are built by the Moog Music team in North Carolina
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Yamaha has announced the release of the passive CXR/CXSmk3 loudspeaker and powered/active DXR/DXSmk3 subwoofers. They look to offer live venues and fixed installation firms new and improved features, easier installation, and better sound quality.
Every product in the new series offers bigger horn sizes, central ports that reduce wind noise and standing waves, symmetrical design for easier mirrored placement, and two-angle pole sockets (0˚ and 7˚) to choose from.
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
RF Venue’s flagship wireless antenna, the Diversity Fin, has been updated with an IP44 rating to withstand the rigors of the outdoor elements. The new offering is perfect for large outdoor venues and other event or production spaces that need reliable and solid wireless performance.
RF Venue Diversity Fin IPX Antenna & DISTRO5
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
TASCAM has unveiled a major update to their 2025 DR-40X with the DR-40XP 4-Channel 32-bit Float Portable Field Recorder, offering new features, fixes, and updates that promise to provide even higher quality recordings while staying easy and intuitive to use.
TASCAM DR-40XP 4-Channel 32-Bit Float
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Home recording is more accessible, but how do you make your instruments sound good? Andrew shares how to get the most out of your experience recording music at home. In this episode, you’ll get a crash course on acoustic guitar recording at home, as well as mistakes to avoid. You’ll learn how to choose a microphone, where to place your mic, how to record acoustic guitars in an untreated room, and more. As always, Andrew will demo each mic position and share its pros and cons.
0:00 - In This Tutorial
1:00 - Basic Mic Placement
2:23 - How
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
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With the MPC sample, Akai gives us the smallest and most compact MPC to date. And although it's small, the MPC sample packs a punch and brings together the iconic sample-based workflow MPCs are known and loved for with modern performance tools like Pad FX and Flex beat. Join Gabe in a deep dive of AKAI’s small but mighty all-in-one portable sampler.
0:00 - Intro
0:24 - Opening Jam
1:59 -
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Denon has announced the latest addition to their home speaker ecosystem with the new Denon Home 200, 400, and 600 Wireless Smart Speakers. With multiple class-D amplifiers powering each driver in all models, the Denon Home series promises to deliver rich and detailed stereo sound and can support immersive object-based playback via Dolby Atmos Music.
by Trevor Collins · Posted
DPA Microphones is announcing the new CORE+ line of microphones, a revolutionary leap ahead in terms of mic design. CORE+ effectively neutralizes distortion across the entire dynamic range of the microphone, making any residual distortion imperceptible and virtually unmeasurable.
DPA Microphones 4097 CORE+ Microphones
The new IP58-rated
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted