The MXL 770X is a large diaphragm condenser microphone that runs for about $200 new, which puts it in a similar price range as the popular Rode NT1A and Blue Spark. The 770X is the “big brother” to the MXL 770 that runs for $75 and it differs in a few ways.… Read More »MXL 770X Review (with Rock Vocal Samples)
The Eris E44 Studio Monitors are Presonus’ answer to creating the perfect sweet spot when it comes to mixing music or even casual listening. The monitors have two 4.5″ speakers (and one 1.25″ tweeter) as compared to many other similar monitors that only have one. This is supposed to create… Read More »Presonus Eris E44 Studio Monitors Review
The Presonus Studio 68 is a 4-input audio interface that costs $300 new. The unit is a bit pricier than some similar interfaces by Behringer or even Presonus’ own line of Audiobox interfaces that are now discontinued. With that being said, I wanted to see how the Presonus Studio 68… Read More »Presonus Studio 68 Audio Interface Review
If you’re in need of a solid pair of over-the-ear, closed-back studio headphones that isolate well and are reasonably priced, you may be looking at three options: The Presonus HD7 Headphones priced at $50 The CAD MH300 Headphones priced at $50 The CAD MH310 Headphones priced at $70 All three are… Read More »Presonus HD7 vs. CAD MH310 vs. CAD MH300 Studio Headphones
With Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and networks built specifically for bands such as Bandcamp and ReverbNation, do bands (or solo musicians) even need a standalone website anymore? Deciding to invest in a website for your band can be a serious decision since web development can be costly and a large investment for musicians… Read More »Do Bands Need Websites Anymore? 6 Reasons to Have a Band Website
Need an 8-input audio interface that’s built well and affordable? Then, the Behringer UMC1820 is right up your alley. After doing some searching for an affordable interface that I could use for recording and monitoring my band at live rehearsals, I can across the Behringer UMC1820. This interface has 8… Read More »Behringer UMC1820 Audio Interface Review (with Audio Samples)
So I’ve been playing with in-ear monitors for some time now, and I recently made the switch to a much better wireless in-ear monitor system than the one I had been using. So I’ve been fairly happy with that as it allows me freedom to move around and hear my guitar… Read More »Line 6 G10 Wireless Guitar System Review (with Audio Samples)
I’ve had the Presonus TubePre V2 for a few weeks now and in that time, I’ve been demoing the unit and recording clips for you guys to hear the difference the unit makes when recording at home. If you’re unfamiliar, the TubePre V2 is a one-channel tube preamp which runs for… Read More »Presonus TubePre V2 Review (with Vocal & Guitar Samples)
The Weber MiniMass is a 50-watt attenuator that also doubles as a load box. I recently picked up the unit so I could record my Hughes & Kettner Tubemeister 36 amp head directly into my audio interface and pair it with an impulse response on my computer. That way, I could… Read More »Weber MiniMass 50W Attenuator/Load Box Review
I’ve played enough bars, clubs, and rehearsals where I can’t hear myself play to the point where I’m pretty much over monitoring through PA speakers and floor wedges. It’s a scary moment when you play your first song live on stage and you can’t hear yourself. I’ve had this happen… Read More »Audio-Technica M2 Wireless Monitor System Review
