Freddy Gerngross

Freddy Gerngross is a musician, educator, writer, and audio nerd based in Brooklyn, NY. A writer of reviews, guides, and announcements for the Pro Audio division at B&H, his other bylines can be found at Wirecutter and elsewhere. He can be found throughout Brooklyn and Queens shredding bass and synths for psych-rock, dream-pop, and hip-hop outfits, tearing up jam sessions, and reading surrealist novels in the park.

Latest Articles

Best MIDI Controllers of the Year

3 days ago

MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) is a programming language that connects a wide variety of electronic musical instruments, computers, and related devices for playing, editing, and recording music. When we record with MIDI, we capture the performance of how an instrument was played, not the audio waveforms produced by the instrument. This has many benefits because we can add notes, edit…

Computer Audio

Controllers

Sony Unveils the New Walkman Lineup

3 days ago

The original Sony Walkman revolutionized the way we listened to music, but listening to your favorite tunes on the go just isn't the novelty it was way back in 1979. You might be surprised to hear that the Sony Walkman is still being produced, and just like before, it's revolutionizing the way we listen to music.…

Portable Music Player

Digital Music Player

Solid State Logic’s New SSL Bus Compressor Classic Invokes the Vintage FX384

3 days ago

If you’re looking to add that proverbial “glue” to your mix, you’re in luck: Solid State Logic has announced the release of the SSL Bus Compressor Classic, a refresh and revival of the discontinued and highly sought-after SSL FX384 in a…

Audio Compressors

Sony Announces the Next-Gen ECM-W5 Wireless Microphone Kit

4 days ago

Sony has announced the new ECM-W5 Wireless Microphone Kit tailored for small professional video production workflows that need flexible recording solutions to capture clear audio.…

Wireless Microphones

Best Microphones for Podcasting

1 week ago

Whether you’re in the market for your first podcast microphone or looking to upgrade the one you have, we’ve put together a list of our favorite models to help you on your way. Read on to learn about some of the classic and iconic picks we have in store at B&H! Best Budget Podcasting Mics RODE PodMic Let’s start with the best seller in this category, the…

Microphones

Podcast

Holiday 2026

Sony’s New ECM-AX10 Microphone Delivers Immersive Audio for Your Smartphone…

1 week ago

Sony has announced the new ECM-AX10 smartphone-mounted microphone, a USB-C mic capable of recording spatial audio for content creation with immersive 3D audio. The ECM-AX10 uses up to four omnidirectional microphone capsules to capture full 3D audio…

Microphones

Smartphone Accessories

Novation Expands FL Studio Gear with the New FLPad and FLPad Mini

2 weeks ago

If you’re a longtime FL Studio Pro, you know that it doesn’t function quite like any other DAW on the market, meaning that mapping parameters to a standard controller can be a tedious venture. The Novation FLKey Series of MIDI keyboard controllers fixed this issue by matching their hardware to the exact software design of FL Studio, working seamlessly together right out of the box.…

MIDI Controllers

Soyuz Announces Limited Edition “Red Velvet” 1973 Deluxe Microphone—Only 40…

2 weeks ago

Soyuz has announced a reissue of their well-regarded Soyuz 1973 FET Condenser Microphone with the limited-edition Soyuz Deluxe 1973 Red Velvet, coming in a sleek, new red-and-white housing with custom shockmount and oak suitcase, all of which are reminiscent of…

Microphones

JBL Enters the Multiroom Speaker Market with the New JBL Cove Lineup

3 weeks ago

Known for their portable Bluetooth and outdoor party speakers, JBL is now establishing itself in the premium home audio market with the release of the JBL Cove lineup of multiroom home speakers with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. These new products are designed to streamline…

Speakers

Home Audio

The New Hollyland Lark M3: an Ultra-Flexible Wireless Microphone System

3 weeks ago

Hollyland has announced the new Lark M3 wireless microphone system, a fully integrated kit that promises to change the game for podcasters, live streamers, and content creators with a new flexible and scalable workflow that supports up to four receivers and four…

Wireless Microphone Systems

Wireless Microphones

Audient Unveils a New Flagship Lineup of Audio Interfaces

Audient Unveils the Horizon Series, a New Flagship Lineup of Audio Interfaces

1 month ago

Audient has announced the rollout of their new flagship series of audio interfaces: the Horizon Series. Designed to fully meet your scale and connectivity needs, these professional rack-mounted Thunderbolt 3 audio interfaces are available in three flavors, two of which can be mixed, matched, and combined with up to…

Audio Interfaces

Neumann Announces Next-Gen KH 310 II and KH 350 Three-Way Monitors

1 month ago

Neumann has announced the successor to the lauded KH310 A with the KH310 II Studio Monitor, which debuts alongside the brand-new KH350 Studio Monitor—both of which are three-way monitors…

Audio Production

Neumann Announces KK 104 A and 105 A Capsule Heads Designed for Sennheiser…

1 month ago

Neumann has announced the release of the new KK 104 A and KK 105 A cardioid condenser capsule heads meant for wireless systems, particularly the newly announced…

Microphones

condenser microphones

IBC 2026

DPA Microphones Announces the Next-Gen DPA 6388 CORE+ Headset Microphone

1 month ago

DPA has announced the release of the new DPA 6388 CORE+, a directional feature-rich headset microphone designed for theater, broadcast, conference, and live stage/house of worship applications.…

Headset Microphones

Mackie Refreshes the Thrash Lineup with the Thrash15v2 and Thrash12v2 PA Systems

1 month ago

Mackie has announced the latest refresh of the Thrash PA system with the release of the Mackie Thrash15v2 and 12v2 1300W powered loudspeakers. Mackie is known for offering PA systems with raw power and rugged design at an affordable price, and this revamp pulls no punches. The new Thrashv2 has some exciting new tech, including…

PA Systems

Portable PA Systems