Andrew Eisele

Andrew Eisele has worked as an audio engineer for studio & live sound for over 20 years and has taught at Full Sail, SAE, and Dubspot. He is an Apple-certified trainer of Logic, has written several books on Reason, and was the host for the Music-Pro-Guides Training DVD series. From 2010 to 2020, Andrew was the owner and operator of the Tsunami Bass Sound System. When he’s not writing for B&H, you can find him working as a freelance audio engineer in clubs around Brooklyn.

Latest Articles

Gift Ideas for Your Favorite DJ

7 years ago

Any time we head into a holiday season, you may be searching for gifts for that special someone. If they are a DJ professional or enthusiast, consider the wide selection of gear at B&H, for any application and budget. Perhaps you are looking for an all-in-one controller that comes with software, or you’re more the “old-school” type who is looking for two turntables and a mixer. There are also…

DJ Equipment

Building the Haunted House of Your Nightmares

7 years ago

It’s that time of year again. The days are getting shorter, the air crisper, and the foliage is starting to change. I’m talking about fall and my favorite holiday—Halloween! Ghosts, ghouls, monsters, skeletons, witches, and anything that goes bump in the night. As a kid, I loved going trick-or-treating with family and friends, and some of my favorite memories were of the houses in my neighborhood…

LED Lights

Projectors

Special Effects Equipment

Design and Operate DMX Lighting for Your Next Holiday Celebration

7 years ago

Have you ever wondered how to set up dynamic lighting for your event or party? There are several low-cost and easy-to-program lighting systems that will allow you to create beautiful and engaging atmospheres for any occasion. In this article, we’ll explore various options of available lighting equipment and DMX, the programming language developed to control lighting equipment and related…

DJ Equipment

Pioneer Announces New HDJ-X5: Now with Bluetooth

7 years ago

Building upon the success of the HDJ-X5, Pioneer DJ announces the latest addition to its HDJ-X-series headphones, the HDJ-X5BT, which is available in gloss white,…

Bluetooth Headphones

DJ Equipment

Headphones

Be Heard with JBL Compact and Portable Linear-Array PA Systems

8 years ago

The EON ONE and EON ONE Pro are compact, all-in-one linear-array PA systems well suited for singer/song-writers, small live events, bars, clubs, meetings, and conference rooms. Both systems consist of a powered subwoofer…

PA Systems

QSC Announces 8- and 12-Inch Compact Powered Series Loudspeakers

8 years ago

QSC has been making high-quality, affordable pro-audio equipment for live sound, cinema, and install markets for more than five decades. The announcement of a new Compact Powered (CP) series will surely turn some heads, because QSC has leveraged its technology for high-quality powered speakers into an even more affordable and lightweight package. Aimed at portable and installation markets, the…

PA Systems

Learn About the New Yamaha MODX Synthesizers

8 years ago

Yamaha has announced the release of three new synthesizers, whose sound engine is based on the same technology powering the flagship MONTAGE. The MODX utilizes the Advanced Wave Memory 2 (AWM2) sample and synthesis engine, which incorporates data compression without sacrificing sound…

Modular Synthesizer

Analog Synthesizers

Synthesizers

The Zoom H3-VR Handy Recorder Goes Beyond VR Recording

8 years ago

Zoom is turning heads with the announcement of its latest handy recorder, the H3-VR, which not only records in Ambisonics format, but also offers binaural stereo, standard stereo, 5.1 surround support, and live streaming. What's more, the recorder is self-contained and provides a fast and easy way…

Audio Accessories

VR Accessories

Lectrosonics Announces SPDR Stereo Portable Digital Recorder

8 years ago

Lectrosonics announces its latest foray into the portable recording market, with the SPDR – Stereo Portable Digital Recorder, which delivers advanced technology and features, including stereo / dual mono modes with two channels available. Customer demand for a small, lightweight dual…

Digital Recorders

Universal Audio Announces Third-Generation Apollo with Hex Processing

8 years ago

For more than 60 years, Universal Audio has been creating professional recording and mixing products for music producers and post-production studios. Building upon the success of the Apollo and Apollo MK2, the new Apollo x-Series Thunderbolt™ 3 Audio Interfaces up the ante with elite-class A/D and D/A conversion and a redesign of the analog circuitry, which achieves a dynamic range of 129 dB and…

Audio Accessories

Computer Audio

Livestream Simplifies Video Switching, with Studio One

8 years ago

Founded in 2007, Livestream’s mission statement is to enable organizations to share experiences through live video, unlocking a world where every event is available live online. With its latest Studio One products, Livestream makes broadcasting to millions a simple and elegant process.…

Livestreaming

There’s Still Time: Shure 600 MHz Wireless Rebate Expires October 31, 2018

8 years ago

The results of the FCC Incentive Auction are starting to go into effect. If you own a wireless microphone and/or personal monitor system in the 600 MHz range, you still have time to trade in your old hardware and transition to another range of spectrum. Shure is offering a rebate program of up to $500 per channel on the purchase of new Shure wireless microphones and personal monitor systems…

Microphones

Boss Announces VE-500 Vocal Performer: Powerhouse Vocal Tools for Your…

8 years ago

If you are a guitarist looking to add vocal effects to your rig, then Boss's latest offering, the advanced VE-500 Vocal Performer, just might be the ticket. The unit is designed to deliver impressive vocal harmonies and vocal effects in a streamlined stombox that integrates with your regular…

Effects Pedals

Vocoder

Eliminator Lighting Announces Mini PAR Series LED Lights

8 years ago

Eliminator Lighting offers high-quality, affordable lighting, well suited for mobile DJs, disco, clubs, pub, bar, banquet, weddings, family parties. The company’s latest offering, the Mini PAR Series, offers professional features found on LED PAR…

DJ Equipment

Understanding the History and Operation of Wavetable Synthesis

8 years ago

With so many types of synthesis technologies available, it’s hard to know which way to turn for a specific sound. Wavetables synthesis was designed to produce natural tone-like sounds and was one the first commercially available instruments to harness the power of digital sampling. In this article, we’ll explore the ins and outs of wavetable synthesis and discover why, after all these years,…

Synthesizers