3 Secrets to Eliminating Microphone Feedback
Nothing can make a performer cringe and occasionally dive for cover like the whine and squeal of microphone feedback through a PA system. The... Read more »
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Ultimate JBL PartyBox Comparison: 720 vs. 520 vs. 320 vs. 120 vs. Encore & More!
We’re comparing JBL PartyBoxes to help you choose the best one — watch us break down the specs, the features, and the performance of the... Read more »
Apr 29, 2025, 12:51 PM
Dynamic Microphones: How Do They Work?
There are two major categories of microphones: dynamic mics and condenser mics. Whereas condenser microphones feature charged capsules that... Read more »
May 19, 2021, 2:30 PM
Shure Handheld Vocal Mics Compared: SM58 vs. Beta 58A vs. Beta 87A vs. SM86
More videos like Shure Handheld Vocal Mics Compared: SM58 vs. Beta 58A vs. Beta 87A vs. SM86 Shop for the Shure SM58 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal... Read more »
Apr 30, 2021, 2:00 PM
The Strokes’ Is This It – Making the Most of What You Have
The year 2021 marks the 20th anniversary of Is This It, the debut album from the Strokes. The album’s unflinchingly unique sound and the... Read more »
Apr 7, 2021, 10:00 AM
How a Microphone Works
From handheld stage dynamics to high-dollar large-diaphragm studio condensers to tour-ready contemporary ribbons, there are lots of microphones... Read more »
Karaoke Buying Guide
There’s nothing more exciting than a musical performance — especially when your friend or family member does it! That’s one of the reasons why... Read more »
Mar 17, 2020, 4:00 PM
Shure SM58 vs Beta58 – What’s the Difference?
More videos like this Shure SM58 and Beta58 Handheld Vocal Mic Comparison Shop for the Shure SM58 at Sweetwater Shop for the Shure Beta58A at... Read more »
Dec 31, 2019, 1:55 PM
Microphone Polar Patterns Demonstrated — Use Your Ears!
Understanding microphone polar patterns is easy, right? We’ve all seen the circular diagrams with beach balls (omni), hearts (cardioid),... Read more »
Mar 14, 2019, 8:00 AM
7 Game-changing Live Sound Technologies
I went to my first live concert in the early ’80s, and sound systems have changed radically in the last 40 years. Today’s systems are smaller... Read more »