The Soundboard: All about Microphones
Any meaningful discussion with an recording engineer will inevitably morph into a discussion about microphones. Just as a closet full of shoes is never enough for a lot of the women I’ve known, a closet full of microphones is rarely ever enough for most recording engineers. There are a lot of different types of microphones and there are a many, many brands, shapes and sizes to pick from. I hope to at least get you started with a road-map of what to look for in microphones and I apologize in advance for setting you on this path! If you’re set on recording as a hobby or career, there’s a very good chance that you’re going to get slightly obsessed with microphones.
The Spire Studio is home studio recording simplicity at its best
I had a chance to test out the Spire Studio to record, edit, mix, and share my music compositions quicker and easier than ever before.
Korg EK-50 61-Key Electric Keyboard
Arranger-style keyboards are a great way of exploring musical ideas and creating songs on the fly. Korg's EK-50 offers a powerful set of features, at an affordable price.
Holiday Gatherings Made Fun with Karaoke Machines
Explore karaoke machines for the holidays. Discover types, features, and how singing together can create unforgettable family memories
Audio-Technica ATR 2100x and ATR 2500x review
The Audio-Technica ATR 2100x and ATR 2500x microphones offer a host of great features for podcasting and other recording applications. Here's my full review.
This is the Year You Learn a New Instrument!
Learning to play a new instrument is exciting, but it can also be a daunting endeavour. This blog will discuss how you can set yourself up for success.
Casio PX-S3100 weighted digital keyboard review
Casio's PX-S3100 is a versatile keyboard that can handle any situation; from practicing at home to performing on stage.
Korg B2N 88-Key Digital Piano review
The Korg B2N is an interesting choice as a first instrument or a simple, but great-sounding, stage piano. This is thanks to an excellent feel and good tones.
Casio Resurrects the CZ-101
I’m going to be showing my age here, but I was in high school when the CZ-101 was introduced in hardware form. It was one of those little synths that you could easily pass off as a toy, but packed a lot of punch and eventually proved to be one of the iconic “retro” synths that are in demand decades later.
Focusrite Scarlett SOLO and 2i2 3rd-generation audio interfaces review
Focusrite's Scarlett SOLO and Scarlett 2i2 3rd-generation audio interfaces are excellent for beginners, singer-songwriters, and podcasters. Check out their fun new features.