We just lost a legend in Rupert Neve. The original Neve company he founded in the late '60s (and operated through the mid '70s) manufactured recording and mixing gear that many artists, engineers and …
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Review: Braingasm Lab Multi-Deluxe
I believe I first heard about Braingasm Lab microphones from listening to Sylvia Massy talk about them. I was rather intrigued and did some research that required me to recall enough Italian to …
The Problem With Mixing in Stages
When an artist tracks a song idea, either a demo or the final takes, they will often create a rough mix and listen to it obsessively. The intent behind repeated listening to such mixes is to consider …
Review: Avedis Audio MD7
If you are serious about audio production, you probably know the name Avedis Audio, likely because of their MA5 mic preamp. (It’s what many top engineers and producers consider the 1073 done right.) …
Review: Aston Microphones Halo
In recent years, portable iso-booths or reflection filters have become quite popular. Sadly for the unsuspecting songwriter or recording artist, not all such products are created equal. Some are very …
First Listen: Retro 500 Pre
I recently traded in a high-end mic preamp in my collection for a Retro Instruments 500 Pre. Considering the company's irrefutable reputation for quality and the relatively accessible price of the 500 …
Review: Moog Mother-32
Mother-32 is a monophonic, analog synthesizer featuring a step-sequencer and a patch-bay for alternate routing configurations. This unique semi-modular platform is stirring up the synthesizer world …
Review: Focal Shape 50
If you are serious about audio production, you have quite likely heard of, heard or used Focal studio monitors. The French company is legendary for producing matchless hi-fi loudspeakers, studio …