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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 Steven Esposito · Posted
Who needs a desktop when there’s HP’s new EliteBoard G1a AI PC, which combines a computer and a keyboard into a single, convenient device. Designed with components focused on AI development and tools, the EliteBoard G1a provides enough power for those looking to get the job done.
HP EliteBoard
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 Steven Esposito · Posted
Looking for the best gift for that PC gamer in your life? Well look no further than B&H. Whether you are looking for a new desktop or laptop, maybe a nifty mobile device or the cool accessory, B&H is here to help. So, take a look at some of the coolest gear and become the top-tier gift giver this holiday season!
Laptops
Beginners, indie enthusiasts, and low-spec gamers that enjoy retro titles will find the Lenovo LOQ
by Steven Esposito · Posted
ASUS is happy to announce its latest ProArt displays backed by OLED technology, giving users high resolution, deep colorization, and vivid imagery suitable for both work and play. Sporting a 27” display, the ProArt gives you a wide canvas for your media while also remaining compact enough to save space at a workstation or desk.
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
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Gaming enthusiasts, prepare your eyes and gaze upon the new 52” UltraGear evo ultrawide gaming monitor from LG. Sporting an ultra-high 5K2K resolution with a widened aspect ratio, the latest UltraGear evo can deliver vivid details with intense color, immersing players in their favorite games.
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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 Mos Khan · Posted
The best external hard drives and SSDs are the ones that resolve all of your data storage needs. Whether you need a drive for backup purposes, transferring projects from one computer to another, or to function as a data depot while you’re out in the field, external hard drives and SSDs are among the most important—and most irreplaceable—accessories you’ll own.
But with so many external hard drives and SSDs on the market, how do you know
by Steven Esposito · Posted
If you’re starting a video podcast or looking to get into live streaming, you’ve come to the right place. I have experience with both, so I speak from personal experience when I say you’ll need a capable computer to do either. What kind of computer exactly? Thankfully, the answer is simple.
For the time being, I can’t suggest building your own PC just for this. The prices of memory (or RAM) have skyrocketed due to the demands of AI infrastructure. In many cases, the price of memory has even surpassed some pre-built systems I’ve seen. The good