Gabby Bloch

Gabby has worked as a songwriter and producer for over 10 years and has published a vast catalogue of songs made for TV and film. She is also an audiophile by default, having tested and reviewed hundreds of headphones and audiophile equipment for major audio publications. When she’s not writing creative content for B&H, you can find her tinkering around in her studio, producing jaw-dropping tracks.

Latest Articles

2 days ago
To accurately monitor your voice during podcasting, you need a precise sounding headphone that doesn't significantly accentuate any particular frequency. Although most of the reference headphones on this list aren't completely flat sounding, they are all well-balanced and deliver a level of clarity that you won't find in typical consumer-grade models. What's more, all the headphones in the lineup…
3 days ago
If you’re an independent music producer or engineer, you’re likely aware that Dolby Atmos is becoming more commonly adopted in the professional music and film industry. In fact, for many, working with Dolby Atmos is no longer an option but a requirement. On the other hand, there are many doubters in the music profession who insist that Atmos is just a fad. With Dolby Atmos becoming more…
4 days ago
One of the most important elements to achieving a clean podcast recording is a well-treated acoustic space. In addition to outside noise, reverberation and flutter echoes, which happen when sound bounces between walls, can take away from the professionalism of your recording and potentially put off your listeners. So, we’ve provided a brief list of the best acoustic treatment solutions to keep…
1 week ago
Whether you’ve saved a big wad of cash for a top-notch podcasting setup or you’re creating the ultimate wish list for you and your co-host to drool over, we’ve put together a small selection of the most tempting podcast products on the market today. Podcasting Mixers As a podcaster, nothing beats efficiency and ease of having tactile management over all your podcasting controls. The…
1 week ago
Most podcasters know that while USB mics offer a ton of convenience, they come with one limitation: You can only record with one at a time. Recognizing this limitation, Zoom is announcing a new solution for podcasters—the PodTrak P2. …
2 weeks ago
These days, most people know what podcasts are. But for various reasons, the process of streaming can be a more elusive concept for many. So, we’ll briefly unpack what streaming means and talk about its significance with respect to content creation. We’ll also outline the kinds of equipment you may need to get a live stream started. Streaming as a General Term Streaming, in its broadest terms,…
2 weeks ago
To begin your podcasting journey we’ll go over the equipment you’ll need and provide some tips to help get you started. From microphone selection to optimizing sound, we’ve got you covered.
2 weeks ago
Last year, Shure had great success with the release of its MoveMic wireless lavalier mic system. And now, they are expanding this idea further with the launch of the MoveMic 88+ wireless stereo microphone system. Featuring variable polar patterns, the MoveMic…
3 weeks ago
If you’re a singer shopping for a mic to use in the studio or on stage, it’s important to not only invest in a model that sounds clean and detailed, but to also find one that suits your vocal style and intended effect. Whether you’re looking for a neutral-sounding all-rounder or searching for a warm and colorful tube mic to add to your studio artillery, we’ve listed the best models at every price…
1 month ago
If you’re just starting out on your podcasting journey, it may be helpful to refer to our podcasting glossary. It provides common terminology pertaining to everything podcast related, from equipment to recording and mixing, distribution and more. We have also divided the terms into various categories to simplify your search. Table of Contents:
1 month ago
We musicians love our toys. And in this ever-busy, distracted modern life, where time is limited and computers are always in our faces, it's invaluable to have portable hardware instruments that can relieve creatives from the stress of daily existence. Indeed, compact synths/samplers and other tiny music workstations have become all the rage. And many mobile musicians are prepared to spend a…
1 month ago
For gamers or content creators who live stream, investing in a clean sounding microphone is essential. Luckily, you don't have to spend an arm and a leg to get solid performance. We've listed the best sounding and most popular USB mics for gaming and live streaming in every price range, since USB mics tend to be the more popular choice in this category. However, we've also included a few XLR…
1 month ago
If you’ve been tasked with documenting a friend or relative’s intimate wedding, due to the simple fact that you own a decent camera, chances are you haven’t given much thought to best practices for capturing the audio. While many of today’s DSLR and mirrorless cameras can capture top-notch video, most of them lack a high-quality built-in microphone; and beware—no matter how great a video is to…
1 month ago
If you’re new to the world of podcasting, you may be wondering how to effectively distribute your podcast. Well, for starters, you’re going to need a hosting platform that’s capable of delivering your podcast to the various podcast directories that are out there—such as…
1 month ago
Choosing a great microphone may be more important for voiceover artists than it is for singers and other musicians. This is because often, voiceover talent has no music or reverb effects to hide behind; your voice is the central character if not the only sound element in the mix. To capture your audience, it’s imperative that the mic you choose cleanly and thoroughly reproduces your vocal…