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Best studio monitors over $1,000

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
3 hours 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 EQ plugins: Sculpt your sound

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
1 week 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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Best compressor plugins: Tame your dynamics without hardware

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
3 weeks 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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Best audio interfaces for beginners: Start recording on a budget

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
4 weeks 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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Best budget hardware compressors

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
1 month ago

Hardware compressors are just as important now as they have always been. These are the best budget hardware compressors available today.

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Best 500 Series preamps: The best preamps in API’s format

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
1 month ago

500 series units let build out your dream signal chain without needing a console. Here are some of the best 500 series preamps.

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Best virtual instrument plugins: A whole band in your computer

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
1 month ago

Virtual instruments are some of the most fun plugins to play with. Let’s dive in! Here are eight of our favorite virtual instrument plugins.

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The best audio interfaces under $1,000

Posted byby Christian de Looper
2 months ago

Looking for a high-quality audio interface but don't want to spend too much cash? Here are the best audio interfaces under $1,000.

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Best power conditioners: Guard your gear from eletrical danger

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
5 months ago

Safe, clean power is one of the most under-considered aspects of good sound. So it makes sense that power conditioners are one of the most misunderstood types of gear. They...

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Best budget channel strips: Get a classic sound without breaking the bank

Posted byby Brandon Stoner
5 months ago

Looking for some different options for front end than what comes with your interface? These best budget channel strips are a great start.