Brandon Stoner, Author at All Things Gear

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Recording

Best compressor plugins: Tame your dynamics without hardware

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
1 month ago

There are a lot of great free compressor plugins available. But it’s a worthwhile investment to have some paid versions in your library. It’s not always about budget either. When...

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Recording

Best studio monitors

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
1 month ago

Other than the room you’re working in and how well it’s treated, studio monitors are one of the best investments to make for your recording setup. And when it comes...

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Best ride cymbals: Find the perfect biggest cymbal in your lineup

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
1 month ago

Let’s face it – it’s not difficult to differentiate between well made cymbals and models that well…aren’t. Ride cymbals are an integral part of a drummer’s sound selection. Just like...

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Guitar

Best reverb pedals: Give your guitar tones some space

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
1 month ago

Reverb is one of the most versatile types of effects. From the subtle slap of a spring, to pleasant plate resonance, all the way to the ethereal skyscapes of shimmer...

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Guitar

Best blues guitar pedals

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
2 months ago

These pedal selections can cover ground from traditional blues all the way to more modern, hybrid sounds. Here are some of the best blues guitar pedals.