New Products
Tech Spotlight: New Microphones, Studio And Live – Part 1
From the May, 2026 issue of Mix Magazine, it's our in-depth Tech Spotlight on new microphones that are intended for studio and live use....
AKG
New Products
NAMM Show 2026 Product Wrap-Up, Part 1
The 2026 NAMM Show in late January was loaded with new product introductions. Here, in alphabetical order, are a few that caught the eyes...
Music Production
Capturing The Vibe of Lily Allen’s ‘West End Girl’ – Part 3
Producer Blue May brings in an A-team of talent for a five-week blitz—from songwriting to recording to final mix—in creating the raw, unapologetic sound...
Music Production
Capturing The Vibe of Lily Allen’s ‘West End Girl’ – Part 2
Producer Blue May brings in an A-team of talent for a five-week blitz—from songwriting to recording to final mix—in creating the raw, unapologetic sound...
Blog
Seen on the Scene: The Road to NAMM
Shortly before NAMM, artists, audio pros, influencers and more gathered at Larrabee Studios in North Hollywood for 'The Road to NAMM.'
Blog
Seen on the Scene: NAMM 2026, Part 1
The NAMM Show has returned, bringing with it hot new products, cool new events and more. Here’s just a handful of notable things we’ve...
Business
Get Mix/Pro Sound News’ 2026 NAMM Preview Ebook Free!
The Mix/Pro Sound News NAMM Preview eBook reveals what’s in store for the pro audio industry at NAMM this year.
Sponsored
Inside AKG’s Wallet-Friendly, Eco-Friendly, Ear-Friendly C-Series Microphones
AKG is launching its new C-Series microphones—three attainable, stylish mics that deliver that classic AKG sound but also look great on camera.
Reviews
AKG K712 Pro Headphones — A Mix Real-World Review
Veteran studio pro Rob Tavaglione gets his hands on AKG's latest open-back headphones and puts them to the test.
Live Sound
Disturbed Spreads ‘The Sickness’ Once Again
Disturbed is selling out arenas across the U.S, touring for the 25th anniversary of its multi-platinum debut album, The Sickness.
Live Sound
The Sound of ELO’s Final Tour
Take a deep dive into creating the immaculate sound of ELO live on Jeff Lynne's final run of concerts—the Over And Out tour.
Blog
The Weird History of Recording In Cars
UK singer Sinéad Harnett recently recorded in a Renault 5 E-Tech electric vehicle, joining the small, unique group of artists who've tracked in an...
Facilities
Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs Capture ‘Vagabonds, Virgins & Misfits’ – Part One
The former Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers guitarist hits his stride with the new third album by Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs.
Live Sound
Jack White, JBL, GCCH Team For American Legion Benefit Gig
Jack White’s low-key album launch resulted in a benefit show for Nashville’s American Legion Post 82.
Live Sound
Tracking The Tour Sound of Sam Hunt
Sam Hunt has been hitting the road hard with the help of his crew and longtime audio provider Spectrum Sound.
Live Sound
On the Move With My Morning Jacket
My Morning Jacket spent most of 2023 on the move—which was fine with FOH engineer Ryan Pickett as he marked his 20th year mixing...
Business
Frank Zappa’s Studio Gear Heads to Auction
Much of Frank Zappa's recording gear, including a Trident 80B console, tape machines, rack units, dozens of legendary mics and more, will go to...
Live Sound
Mixing The Live Vibes of Slightly Stoopid
Times change, but the need for a good time never does—which is why Slightly Stoopid’s fans come out every year to let loose to...
Facilities
Australian Post House Upgrades for Immersive Work
Music and audio post production facility Bamm Bamm Wolfgang in Sydney, Australia has upgraded for Dolby Atmos work.
Blog
Mix Tech Spotlight: Headphones 2023
Every year, the range of studio headphones options only grows, with new brands, new models and more. With that in mind, here’s a baker’s...
Live Sound
Mixing Muse for the Masses on the ‘Will of the People’ World Tour
The latest Muse world tour overdelivers with cutting-edge concert theatrics—and the same goes for its live sound.
Business
AKG: 75 Years of Audio Innovation
Over the past 75 years, AKG has developed thousands of products, from loudspeakers to phonograph cartridges, but the company remains best known for its...
Music Production
Inside Spotify At Mateo Studios
Spotify’s new campus in Los Angeles features a world-class studio, podcast bays, a performance hall and Dolby Atmos mixing.
Live Sound
Cover Story: Inside The Stadium Tour, Part 2 — Def Leppard
Mötley Crüe and Def Leppard co-headlined The Stadium Tour this summer, playing to 1.1 million fans with the help of Clair Global and an...
Live Sound
Cover Story: Inside The Stadium Tour, Part 1—Mötley Crüe
Mötley Crüe and Def Leppard co-headlined The Stadium Tour this summer, playing to 1.1 million fans with the help of Clair Global and an...
Guides
Mix’s 2022 New Studio Headphones Roundup, Part 1
Here's a look at the latest offerings from the top names in pro-level studio headphones.
Music Production
In The Studio with Wilco for ‘Cruel Country’
In January, Wilco returned to The Loft, its Chicago studio, to conjure its new 'Cruel Country' album with producer Tom Schick.
Facilities
Getting to Know Guy Chambers, Part 2
In Part 2, discover Chambers’ success story, how he built and outfitted London’s Sleeper Sounds, and his move into music for TV & Film.
Blog
2021 Pro Audio Holiday Gift Guide
Noted Nashville engineer Russ Long has yet to buy a single gift, but he's got some ideas and that's a start.
Blog
Podcasting Flourishes Despite the Pandemic
Since the pandemic began in early 2020, podcasting has exploded in popularity with listeners and the pro-audio industry.
Live Sound
Rise Against Returns to the Road
Rise Against was one of the first major acts to return to touring, heading out in July; engineers Nate Northway and Charlie Bybee talk...
Facilities
Building A Studio on Lundin Time
During the pandemic, producer/engineer Jon Lundin poured $10,000 of concrete in his backyard and built his dream studio.
New Products
AKG Launches Ara USB Microphone
AKG has unveiled the AKG Ara two-pattern USB condenser microphone, intended for use by content creators and musicians.
Blog
Peek Inside Debbie Gibson’s Home Studio
Former teen pop star/producer Debbie Gibson has a home studio built around current and vintage gear. Let's go gear-spotting as she gives a video...
Profiles
The Musical Journey of David Ferguson
David “Fergie” Ferguson has done it all in Nashville, and now he’s released a stellar solo album called 'Nashville No More.'
New Products
Austrian Audio Unveils OC18 Dual Set Plus
Austrian Audio has released its new OC18 Dual Set Plus, bundling together a pair of its OC18 large capsule condenser microphones with a variety...
Product Reviews
Austrian Audio Hi-X50 and Hi-X55 Headphones – A Real-World Review
Producer/studio owner Rob Tavaglione puts Austrian Audio's top headphone models - the Hi-X50 and Hi-X55 - to the test to see how they fare...
Blog
How to Choose Your Next Studio Microphone – The Complete Guide
Whether you're looking for your first 'really nice' microphone or expanding your mic locker, here's PSN's guide to the five 'must have' categories, the...
International
Van Don International Airport Upgrades Audio
Vietnam’s Van Don International Airport recently installed a large-scale Harman Professional airport sound solution.
Blog
How to Pick a Studio Mic for Your Podcast Studio
Picking podcast microphones for your studio can be overwhelming, so let's examine the pros and cons of each style of mic to determine the...
Blog
Can a Neumann TLM 103 or AKG C 451 EB Mic Record an Entire Band?
If these two proven, classic condenser mics were the only choices, could they mic a whole band? How do they directly compare to each...
Product Reviews
Austrian Audio OC818 Microphone – A Real-World Review
Reviewer Rob Tavaglione finds Austrian Audio has put out a new microphone that combines the best of the old with a healthy dose of...