10 Best Vocal Mics Under $1,000
There has never been a better time to start recording than now. The amount of affordable, incredible-sounding gear available is staggering, and... Read more »
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Best Compressors for Vocals 2026
The human voice is one of the most dynamic and expressive sound sources you’ll ever record — and not just from opera singers and heavy metal... Read more »
Jul 19, 2025, 11:30 AM
Ribbon Mics: How They Work & When to Use Them
Here at Sweetwater, we believe that there are two types of engineers: those who love ribbon mics and those who haven’t discovered them yet.... Read more »
May 12, 2025, 5:39 PM
Tube Microphones: What Are They & How Do They Work?
When you’re browsing the amazing selection of microphones available from Sweetwater, you’ll notice that some are classified as “tube... Read more »
May 12, 2025, 1:49 PM
5 Types of Reverb Explained: Hall, Chamber, Room, Plate & Spring
From subtle air to washes of lush ambience, reverb is one of the audio engineer’s most often used tools — it’s common to almost every musical... Read more »
Apr 29, 2025, 2:12 PM
Best Mic Preamps for Recording Vocals
Ask a dozen engineers about their favorite console or microphone preamp for vocals, and you’ll get a dozen different answers. Everybody hears... Read more »
Apr 24, 2025, 4:16 PM
How to Take Care of Your Microphones
A sound engineer’s mic locker is the most important tool in his or her arsenal. Microphones are the first and most critical element of your... Read more »
Apr 20, 2025, 12:00 PM
Best Audio Interfaces for Podcasting
There’s no doubt about it, podcasts are insanely popular. No matter what topic you’re interested in — popular culture, daily news, science... Read more »
Apr 15, 2025, 10:31 AM
Tips for Soundproofing Your Home Studio or Practice Spot
Creating a studio-quality acoustic space involves two distinct processes: soundproofing and acoustic treatment. Soundproofing — more accurately... Read more »
Apr 6, 2025, 3:26 PM
5 Ways to Make Your Studio Look As Good As It Sounds
The main function of a recording studio is to track and mix audio accurately. Ideally, it should also be a source of inspiration that fuels... Read more »