Outboard-Gear
Universal Audio Volt 476P – A Real World Review
We take Universal Audio's new Volt 476P -- the company's first native audio interface -- for a spin.
Reviews
Microphones
DPA 4055 Kick Drum Mic – A Real-World Review
Mix discovers the DPA 4055 is a versatile small-diaphragm condenser that can handle the SPLs.
Plug-ins
Youlean Loudness Meter 2 – A Real-World Review
Many free plug-ins only get half the job done, but reviewer Rob Tavaglione discovers the Youlean Loudness Meter 2 plug-in hits the target.
Reviews
ASI Audio 3DME BT G2 Active Ambient In-Ear Monitoring – A Real-World Review
Veteran live sound pro Steve La Cerra puts ASI Audio's unique 3DME BT G2 Active Ambient In-Ear Monitoring System to the test in this...
Plug-ins
Plugin Alliance Neold U17 – A Real-World Review
Mike Levine puts the Plugin Alliance Neold U17 'secret compressor' emulation to the test in this Real-World Review.
Outboard-Gear
Trident A-Range Dual-Discrete Mic Pre/EQ – A Real-World Review
Reviewer Barry Rudolph puts the new Trident A-Range Dual Discrete Mic Pre/EQ to the test in this Real-World Review.
Live Gear
L-Acoustics L-ISA Studio 2.4 Software – A Real-World Review, Part 2
In Part 2 of our review, we discover what happens when binaural mixes created with L-ISA Studio are transferred to an immersive playback system...
Live Gear
L-Acoustics L-ISA Studio 2.4 – A Real-World Review, Part 1
Veteran live sound pro Steve La Cerra dives into L-Acoustics' L-ISA Studio 2.4 software to create an immersive sound experience.
Plug-ins
PSPaudioware Saturator and Impressor Plug-Ins – A Real-World Review
Reviewer Michael Cooper put the PSPaudioware Saturator and Impressor plug-ins to the test in this Real-World Review.
Microphones
PreSonus DM-7 Drum Mic Set – A Real-World Review
Reviewer Rob Tavaglione finds the DM-7 set to be "a steal, as I fully expected it to cost double that and still be a...
Reviews
GIK Acoustics Sound Blocks – A Real-World Review
Reviewer Barry Rudolph puts GIK Acoustics' Sound Blocks to the test in his own facility and finds the effort was worth it.
Monitors
Focal Alpha Twin Evo – A Real-World Review
Reviewer Mike Levine finds that the Focal Alpha Twin Evo studio monitor is "an excellent choice at a surprisingly low cost."
Microphones
Vanguard Audio Labs V13 gen2 Microphone – A Real-World Review
Producer/engineer/studio owner Rob Tavaglione discovers "the V13 gen2 checks all the boxes of performance, affordability and quality" in this Real-World Review.
Outboard-Gear
Flock Audio Patch LT – A Real-World Review
Reviewer Mike Levine takes on the Flock Audio Patch LT digitally controlled patching and routing system.
Outboard-Gear
Crane Song Interstellar Quantum A/D Converter – A Real-World Review
Reviewer Barry Rudolph puts Crane Song's A/D converter through the paces and declares 'Interstellar is irresistible to me!'
Plug-ins
Universal Audio Spark – A Real-World Review
Reviewer Mike Levine feels that ultimately, software subscriptions are all about value, and finds "Spark delivers it big time."
Reviews
Flare Calmer Earplugs – A Real-World Review
Producer/engineer Rob Tavaglione pops some Flare Calmer earplugs in and gives them a post-mix session test drive.
Reviews
Onkart Gromt Grompressor – A Real-World Review
Composer/producer Rich Tozzoli checks out the Onkart Gromt Grompressor pedal in this Real-World Review.
Plug-ins
Audio Ease Altiverb 7 – A Real-World Review
Composer/producer Rich Tozzoli checks out Audio Ease Altiverb 7 convolution reverb plug-in in this Real-World Review.
Plug-ins
Sonnox Claro EQ and Oxford Envolution — A Real-World Review
Composer/producer Rich Tozzoli checks out both the Sonnox Claro EQ And Oxford Envolution plug-in in this Real-World Review.
Reviews
Roland JD-08 Sound Module – A Real-World Review
Reviewer Bruce MacPherson dives into the Roland JD-08 Sound Module while recording on location in this Real-World Review.
Plug-ins
Heavyocity Symphonic Destruction Orchestral VI – A Real-World Review
Producer/composer Rich Tozzoli takes on the Heavyocity Symphonic Destruction Orchestral VI plug-in in this short Real-World Review.
Plug-ins
Universal Audio Avalon VT-737SP – A Real-World Review
Producer/composer Rich Tozzoli takes on the Universal Audio Avalon VT-737SP plug-in in this short Real-World Review.
Plug-ins
Eventide Split EQ – A Real-World Review
Recording engineer Mike Dwyer takes on the Eventide Split EQ plug-in in this Real-World Review.
Plug-ins
Softube Spring Reverb – A Real-World Review
Producer/composer Rich Tozzoli takes on the Softube Spring Reverb plug-in in this Real-World Review.
Reviews
Line 6 HX Stomp – A Real-World Review
Producer/composer Rich Tozzoli put a Line 6 HX Stomp hardware unit to the test and found it "makes a great travel rig."
Plug-ins
KIT Plugins BB N105 – Another Real-World Review
Producer/composer Rich Tozzoli recently headed to St John, USVI, for his annual recording retreat and brought along KIT Plugins' BB N105; here's what happened.
Plug-ins
Waves Abbey Road RS124 – A Real-World Review
Producer/composer Rich Tozzoli briefly puts the Waves Abbey Road RS124 plug-in to the test and finds it offers "gobs of 'tude."
Plug-ins
Black Box Analog Design HG-2MS – A Real-World Review
Producer/composer Rich Tozzoli takes on the Black Box Analog Design HG-2MS plug-in in this Real-World Review.
Plug-ins
Fuse Audio Labs VREV-140 — A Real-World Review
Reviewer Mike Levine discovers that the VREV-140 plate reverb plug-in features realistic emulation and a versatile feature set at a reasonble price.
Microphones
Mojave Audio MA-37 Tube Condenser Mic — A Real-World Review
Reviewer Barry Rudolph finds Mojave Audio's MA-37 large-diaphragm condenser tube mic to be a modern reinvention of the Sony C-37A.
Plug-ins
Mastering the Mix’s Reso Plug-In – A Real-World Review
Mastering the Mix’s Reso Plug-In Offers a Clean, Intelligent Approach to Problem Resonances.
Outboard-Gear
Mäag Audio PREQ2 – A Real-World Review
Reviewer Barry Rudolph finds "The Mäag Audio PREQ2 Dual-Channel Strip with Air Band is the recording/mixing channel for all seasons."
Reviews
Shure SRH840A Headphones – A Real-World Review
Mix reviewer Mike Levine tries out Shure's new SRH840A headphones and finds "based on their build quality and performance, I would have thought they’d...
Reviews
Mackie Thump GO – A Mix Real-World Review
Live sound pro Steve La Cerra puts Mackie's Thump Go portable PA speakers to the test in this Real-World Review.
Plug-ins
KIT Plugins BB N105 V2 Plug-In – A Real World Review
Reviewer Russ Long tries out the KIT Plugins BB N105 V2 Plug-In and finds it "sets a new bar in classic console emulation."
Reviews
Maestro Original Collection – A Real-World Review
Gibson has revived its iconic Maestro brand with five all-new effects pedals; our Mike Levine puts them through the paces.
Reviews
Sound Anchors ADJ2 Speaker Stands – A Real-World Review
Studio owner Rob Tavaglione takes on Sound Anchors' ADJ2 Speaker Stands in this Real-World Review.
Plug-ins
Sonible Smart:Limit – A Real-World Review
Reviewer Mike Levine finds that Smart:Limit, Sonible has created a powerful plug-in that will simplify the workflow of audio pros everywhere.
Consoles
Fix Audio Designs Console – A Real-World Review
Reviewer Barry Rudolph finds "The Fix Audio Designs Console opens up the universe of options in a customizable audio mixing console."
Plug-ins
FabFilter Volcano 3 Plug-in – A Real-World Review
Mix reviewer Barry Rudolph finds that the "Volcano 3 is a fantastic tool for sculpting tonalities quickly."
Plug-ins
Eventide SplitEQ Plug-in – A Real-World Review
Reviewer Mike Levine takes on the new Eventide SplitEQ Plug-in and finds it to be both 'powerful and unique.'