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Newest Reviews:

Roland Octa-Capture
- by Gilbert Janke, 05-22-2012
Roland is not the first company that comes to mind when considering interfaces, so I was naturally hesitant when told to check out the Octa-Capture.   Simply put, I was blown away!  What I heard was nothing but a crystal clear sound with a great stereo imaging field.  No noise, no coloration, just clean gain and transparent output!
MOTU MIDI Express XT USB
- by Gilbert Janke, 04-10-2012
The Express XT is a total rock solid piece. MOTU did not skimp on the features, and was still able to bring it in at the right price! The MIDI Express XT will eat up all the tasks you demand of it, and be ready for more!
MOTU HD192 Core PCI-e System
- by Gilbert Janke, 04-10-2012
The HD 192 interface is a great value for the dollar, with out sacrificing the quality! With plenty of pro I/O and expandability, this unit will do the job, and do it well. From tracking, to analogue summing, the HD 192 can become the high quality nerve center of your recording studio without breaking the bank!
Pioneer DJ CDJ-350
- by Gilbert Janke, 04-03-2012
The CDJ 350 has  a robust feature-set that is beautifully implemented and is meant to be used with skill and ease for years to come!
Manley Variable Mu
- by Gilbert Janke, 03-21-2012
This studio staple is Huge! A wildly successful and highly used magic machine. Great for tracking and mastering because of how clean and open it can sound, but has such a unique sonic footprint that leaves your mixes tighter, more defined and polished when used as a stereo 2 buss compressor. At high compression it leaves that loved and pleasing harmonic distortion, and with out adding too much coloration. Many compare it to some the "holy grails" of compressors, like the Fairchild 660/670, and after pushing some program through it is totally obvious why studios the world over want this piece in their racks!
M-Audio Venom
- by Marshall Oliver, 02-20-2012
electro-harmonix Ravish Sitar
- by Patrick Butler, 02-08-2012
The Ravish Sitar will definitely catch the ear of anyone looking to get an effect that stands out.
Blue Microphones enCORE 200
- by Marshall Oliver, 02-07-2012
The live vocal performance just got a little sweeter!
Orange Dual Terror Head
- by Ryan Schmidt, 02-03-2012
The Dual Terror is a fantastic amp for the gigging guitarist - live or in the studio. Definitely check it out!
Novation Impulse 25 (25-key)
- by Matt McKible, 10-20-2011
The Impulse did everything that I needed it to and more.
Ableton Live 8.2 Suite
- by Chris Anderson, 10-05-2011
Live is one powerhouse of a DAW! It includes all the things I'd expect from today's packages.
M-Audio FastTrack Pro
- by Mark Chapman, 07-13-2011
"What an incredibly versatile interface at a great price. It's a new tool in my audio arsenal for sure!"
JamHub BedRoom
- by Daniel Fisher, 06-30-2011
The JamHub is not just another musical tool; it is a key ingredient for a more enjoyable quality of life.
Radial Tonebone TriMode
- by Andrew Plassman, 03-08-2011
"The ONLY distortion pedal you will ever need!"
Novation Launchpad
- by Ryan Holquist, 02-08-2011
The Launchpad makes controlling Ableton Live a fantastic hands-on experience.
Antelope Audio Zodiac+
- by Ryan Wiltermood, 02-08-2011
The Zodiac+ is perfect for an engineer or anyone who wants to listen to their music collection in the highest level of resolution.
Alesis SR-16
- by Paul Baker, 02-08-2011
"If you are looking for an inexpensive and easy way to lay down some beats, this is it!"
Rode NT2000
- by Mark Maxwell, 01-26-2011
Whether its a tight cardioid sound or a roomier, natural-reverb omni sound, this mic helps me find that "just right" vibe.
Ibanez Joe Satriani Signature JS1200 (Candy Apple Red)
- by Paul Baker, 01-22-2011
This axe "begs" to be played!
Line 6 Uber Metal
- by Ryan Wiltermood, 01-18-2011
Here is a pedal for those who love a big, fat distortion!

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  • Manley SLAM!
  • Manley Variable Mu
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  • Martinsound MSS-10
  • Mojave Audio MA-100
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  • Moog Etherwave Standard Theremin
  • Moog Little Phatty Stage II
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  • Moog Minimoog Voyager Rack Mount Edition
  • MOTU HD192 Core PCI-e System
  • MOTU MIDI Express XT USB
  • Neumann KM 184
  • Neumann M 147
  • Neumann TLM 67 Set Z
  • Novation 49 SL Mk II
  • Novation Impulse 25 (25-key)
  • Novation Launchpad
  • Orange Dual Terror Head
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  • Peavey Classic 50/410
  • Peavey Messenger®
  • Peavey Vypyr Tube 120
  • Pioneer DJ CDJ-350
  • PreSonus FaderPort
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  • PreSonus Studio Channel
  • Radial Tonebone TriMode
  • Rode NT2000
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  • Roland VK-8 Combo Organ
  • Royer R-121
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  • Royer SF-12
  • Shure PGDMK6-XLR
  • Sonic Reality Ocean Way Drums Gold Edition
  • Sony PCM-D1
  • Sound Devices 722
  • Summit Audio 2BA-221
  • TASCAM CD-GT2
  • TASCAM DV-RA1000 HD
  • Taylor 314ce
  • Taylor 814ce
  • Taylor 814ce
  • Taylor Big Baby
  • Taylor K4
  • Toontrack Superior Drummer 2.0
  • True Systems P-SOLO
  • Universal Audio 6176
  • Universal Audio LA2A
  • Universal Audio SOLO/610
  • Yamaha DD-65
  • Yamaha MOTIF-RACK XS
  • Yamaha MOTIF-RACK XS
  • Yamaha MOTIF-RACK XS
  • Zildjian A Series Sweet Ride
  • Zoom R16

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