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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Choosing the Best Microphone for Acoustic Guitar – 32 Mic Shootout
When Don Carr and I went into the studio back in 2017 to record sound clips for the article “Best Small-diaphragm Condenser Mics for Acoustic... Read more »
Studio Microphone Buying Guide
How to choose a studio microphone Professional recording engineers know that creative microphone selection is an essential ingredient in every... Read more »
Jul 1, 2022, 8:48 AM
Fresh Pots! – Dissecting Dave Grohl’s Nirvana Drum Sound
Though he would reject the title, Dave Grohl is a living drum god who has encouraged countless drummers to take up sticks and beat the living... Read more »
Aug 31, 2020, 5:05 PM
Neumann V 402 Microphone Preamp Demo
More videos like this Neumann V 402 Microphone Preamp Demo Shop for the Neumann V 402 mic pre at Sweetwater Shop for the gear Mitch used If... Read more »
Jun 19, 2020, 9:18 AM
Making Records in the Golden Age of Analog
By the dawn of the 1980s, the Golden Age of Analog was in full bloom. The majestic-sounding Neve 8078, representing the pinnacle of handwired... Read more »
May 14, 2020, 4:46 PM
Chicago’s Classick Studios Talk Tips and Gear
Chicago is a hotbed for hip-hop; and we’re not just saying that as proud Midwesterners — the proof is in the pudding (or, in this case, the... Read more »
May 13, 2020, 10:19 AM
Legendary Mics That Have Stood the Test of Time
Condenser microphones are commonplace today, and there are hundreds of choices available from dozens of manufacturers; but prior to World War... Read more »
Mar 17, 2020, 8:38 AM
Best Studio Monitors Under $1000
When asked by customers what they should prioritize when investing in their studios, Sales Engineers at Sweetwater will often tell them to focus... Read more »
Aug 16, 2019, 8:00 AM
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Neumann Microphones
While there are many revered pro audio companies that have had a huge impact on the making of music, Neumann microphones probably should be at... Read more »