Condenser Microphones: How Do They Work?
As opposed to simpler dynamic microphones, which are based on a moving coil (or other induction element) in a magnetic field, condenser... Read more »
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What Is a Highpass Filter? When Should I Use it?
On the simplest level, a highpass filter is just a filter (sometimes called a low-cut) that attenuates low frequencies below a certain cutoff... Read more »
Jul 29, 2026, 9:02 AM
Best Mics for Rap Vocals in 2022
Hip-hop has become highly prominent in mainstream music over the years, so much so that it’s influenced the world of production, mixing, and... Read more »
Jul 28, 2026, 4:01 PM
Making Sense of Mic Specs – What Do They Really Mean?
Look at any mic online, and eventually, you’re going to come across a bunch of specs that may not make sense to you. There isn’t a standard set... 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 »
Jul 1, 2025, 8:00 AM
Wireless In-ear Monitor Primer
For in-ear monitor systems, there are two distinct choices: wired or wireless. If your position onstage is totally stationary—drums, keyboards,... Read more »
May 13, 2025, 10:00 AM
Les Paul vs. SG: Which Gibson Reigns Supreme?
When someone says, “Les Paul,” the images that likely appear in your mind are a sunburst Standard, maybe a Goldtop, or a Custom Black Beauty.... Read more »
Apr 24, 2025, 4:16 PM
The DI Box – What Is It? Why Do I Need One?
What Is a DI Box? Born out of necessity in studios such as Motown and United Sound Systems to accommodate the electric instruments emerging in... Read more »
Mar 21, 2025, 9:59 AM
How to Choose PA Speakers
Whether you’re running a venue or putting together a mobile rig, you need a sound-reinforcement system that can meet your needs, both today and... Read more »
Aug 14, 2023, 8:00 AM
Best Live Sound Mic Placement Techniques
Getting great live sound is as much an art as it is a science, and much of that has to do with basic engineering techniques. Mic placement is... Read more »