Brandon Stoner, Author at All Things Gear

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Guides

Best channel strip plugins

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
7 months ago

The term “channel strip” goes way back to the days of analog recording. As recording technology evolved and large-format consoles became de facto, so did the concept of the channel...

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Guitar

Best clean amps for guitar pedals

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
7 months ago

Having your rig “at your feet” is a growing trend among guitar players. Here are five of the best clean amps for pedals.

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Recording

Best studio monitors over $1,000

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
8 months 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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Guitar

Best Bluesbreaker style pedals

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
8 months ago

With Marshall’s recent announcement to reissue their beloved Blues Breaker pedal (based on the sound of the classic amplifier), it sent the guitar pedal world into a bit of a...

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Fender

Best bass guitars under $1,000: Avoid breaking the bank

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
8 months ago

Every bass player loves when it's time to upgrade! In this guide we go into detail over the 10 of the best bass guitars under $1,000.

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Guides

Best audio interfaces for beginners: Start recording on a budget

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
8 months ago

It’s never been easier to make quality recordings affordably, at home. Here is a guide to the best audio interfaces for beginners.

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Recording

Best EQ plugins: Sculpt your sound

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
9 months ago

Equalization is one of the most important types of processing. There are a lot of options when you’re looking into the best EQ plugins, even though there are a lot...

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Guitar

Best pedals for metal: Give your guitar an edge

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
9 months ago

No matter the style metal guitarists all have one thing in common. They are serious about gear! These are some of the best pedals for metal.

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Recording

Best compressor plugins: Tame your dynamics without hardware

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
9 months 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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Keyboard

Best digital pianos: How to get that premium digital piano sound

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
10 months ago

Digital pianos have never sounded better. You can find one that sounds and feels great. These are some of the best over $1,000.