New Products
Mix’s Gear of the Year 2024: Part 3
We asked longtime Mix contributors and product reviewers to share their favorite 2024 releases—and they did not disappoint.
Sennheiser
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.
New Products
Sennheiser Profile Wireless System Debuts
Sennheiser has launched Profile Wireless, a two-channel, 2.4 GHz wireless mic system that connects to mobile phones, cameras or computers.
Live Sound
Bugging Out with the Audio of OVO
On the road since its debut 15 years ago, Cirque du Soleil's OVO continues to amaze, even as it readies for an audio refresh.
New Products
Sennheiser Goes Small with MD 421 Kompakt
Sennheiser builds on the MD 421’s big legacy by going small, reimagining the familiar mic in a compact form factor.
New Products
Sennheiser Spectera WMAS Ecosystem Debuts at IBC2024
Sennheiser has introduced what it describes as the world’s first bidirectional wideband solution, Spectera, which uses WMAS technology.
Live Sound
Helping The Offspring Come Out and Play Live
On hand to help The Offspring keep the pedal to the metal throughout its world tour is audio provider Britannia Row Productions.
Live Sound
The Simmering Sounds of Alicia Keys’ “Hell’s Kitchen”
Alicia Keys' Broadway musical, Hell's Kitchen, is up for 13 Tony Awards. Nominated sound designer Gareth Owen recounts cooking up the show's sound.
Business
Mix Best of Show Award Winners for NAB 2024 Named
Mix is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Best in Show Awards at the NAB Show.
Guides
Build Your Own Studio—2024 Edition: Part 1
We asked London/Belgium-based engineer Wes Maebe to spend an imaginary $100,000 outfitting an imaginary studio. The place may not exist, but it sounds awesome!
Business
Riechers Named New Neumann CEO
Yasmine Riechers has been named the new CEO of premium pro-audio mainstay Georg Neumann GmbH.
Live Sound
Mixing the Mayhem of Travis Scott’s Circus Maximus Tour
Ken “Pooch” Van Druten talks tackling FOH mixes for platinum-seller Travis Scott, whose concerts take place in the space between hip-hop, pop and the...
Events
‘Mix LA: Immersive Music Production’ Is a Hit!
The photos are worth a thousand words as top Los Angeles engineers and producers gathered at UMG’s 21Fifteen Studios for a full day of...
Live Gear
Post Malone and Alicia Keys Deliver at Super Bowl LVIII
Neumann mic products were in the mix at Super Bowl LVIII, used by both Post Malone and Alicia Keys during their star turns.
Business
Top Audio Companies Bring Technology and Talent to Mix LA: Immersive Music Production
Sponsor lineup for special March 2 event at UMG’s 21fifteen Studios includes PMC, Avid, RSPE, Sony, SSL, Neumann/Sennheiser and many more
Business
Sennheiser’s Latest Investment Puts the Micro in Microphone
Sennheiser has invested in startup sensiBel, whose MEMS microphones, measuring less than 5 mm, use an optical system to capture sound.
Live Sound
Mixing Monitors for PJ Harvey
PJ Harvey recently hit the road with a number of her longtime live sound engineers and UK-based audio provider Skan.
Blog
NAMM 2024: A Mix Diary, Part 3 — Back to the Show Floor
It was back to the Pro Audio North Hall for Days Two and Three of NAMM 2024, back among the booths and demo rooms...
Business
Winners Announced: Mix Best of Show Awards for ISE 2024
The winners of Future PLC's Mix Best of Show Awards for manufacturers exhibiting at Integrated Systems Europe have been announced.
Blogs
Seen on the Scene: NAMM 2024, Part 3
The conclusion of our NAMM 2024 photos finds us neck deep in deep tech, with some of the most eye-catching gear at the show.
Blog
Deep Dive Into The Demo Rooms at NAMM
Some of the most exciting things at NAMM happen behind closed doors...and you’re invited in!
Reviews
Sennheiser HD 490 Pro Plus Headphones – A Mix Real-World Review
Sennheiser introduced its new HD 490 Pro Plus Headphones today, designed for use when producing, mixing or mastering, so we put them to the...
Blog
Mix’s Pro Audio Companies to Watch in 2024, Part 4
It's time for the conclusion of Mix's four-part look at which pro audio entities you should keep an eye on in the coming 12...
Post and Broadcast
Cinematographer Talks Audio Tools
Cinematographer Andy Taylor ACS often has to operate and record his own audio; here, he explains how and why.
Live Sound
Around the World with Andre Rieu
Andre Rieu and his orchestra take classical music’s greatest hits out of the symphony hall and into the hockey arenas.
New Products
Earthworks Audio SR5117 Wireless Capsule Unveiled
Designed specifically for Sennheiser systems, Earthworks’ new SR5117 completes the 117 family.
Live Gear
Building 140 Wireless Mic ‘Flight Pack Kits’
CTUS has assembled and deployed 140 custom wireless microphone kits for use staging corporate events for its high-profile clients.
Live Sound
Natalie Merchant Returns to the Road
Natalie Merchant has returned to the road for her first extended tour in years, and old studio pals George Cowan and Dave Cook are...
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...
Blog
Next Month in Mix: Carlile, Lang, Rieu, Rhett!
Mix's cover interview with Brandi Carlile on her approaches to producing legends and newcomers alike is just the start of a stellar issue.
The Wire
Vintage Crystal Studio Gear Being Sold by Roy Bittan on ANALOGr
Vintage Crystal Studio Gear Being Sold by Roy Bittan on ANALOGr Roy Bittan is seen with the historic Crystal Studios mic pre/EQ modules. Global...
Blog
Sennheiser MD 441-U Lego Set — A Mix Not-That-Real World Review
We built the new Sennheiser Lego microphone kit so you don’t have to…but you’ll want to.
Live Sound
Carl Palmer Brings Back ELP on the Road
ELP drummer Carl Palmer is carrying on the band’s legacy with a new tour that uses a savvy mix of multimedia and live performance.
Live Sound
Luke Combs is Gettin’ Global on His World Tour, Part 1
Luke Combs' world tour will hit 16 countries this year, but it started with a sold-out stadium run here in the U.S., supported by...
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.
Live Sound
Girl Named Tom Chalk Up Touring First
Pop trio of siblings employs new digital wireless system for vocals and guitars throughout nationwide tour.
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...
Events
Inside ‘Mix Nashville: Immersive Music Production’
The inaugural 'Mix Nashville: Immersive Music Production' all-day event was a massive hit, bringing together pros, manufacturers and more.
Business
Sennheiser Group Grew in 2022
The family-owned Sennheiser company generated sales of 467.7 million euros with its professional audio solutions in 2022.
Business
Breaking: Sennheiser/Neumann & Sony Join Mix Nashville Line-Up
Mix Nashville: Immersive Music Production event continues to grow with new programming, listening sessions, sponsors and more.
Live Sound
Post Malone Live: Multifaceted Monitors on a Twelve Carat Tour
A multifaceted performer like Post Malone needs an equally flexible monitors setup—and engineer.
New Products
Sennheiser Prototype AMBEO Immersive Renderer for Live Events Revealed
Sennheiser Pro Labs unveiled a working prototype of its AMBEO 2-Channel Spatial Audio live renderer at NAB 2023.