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Permalink to Stunning Studio Gear That Will Stop You in Your Tracks

Mar 10 2021, 8:00 AM

Stunning Studio Gear That Will Stop You in Your Tracks

These days, you can get great sounds out of not-so-deep pockets. It's astonishing what you can produce with a $300 microphone, a laptop, and a lot of creativity. But there are countless at-home musicians, engineers... Read more »

Permalink to Why Do Boutique Preamps Cost So Much?

Jul 10 2020, 11:40 AM

Why Do Boutique Preamps Cost So Much?

The microphone preamp is a critical component in your recording chain, and its impact on the sound is profound. If you've ever wondered why people spend so much money on boutique preamps, here's why. What Is a Mic... Read more »

Permalink to Manley VOXBOX Tube Channel Strip Overview

Sep 11 2018, 2:31 PM

Manley VOXBOX Tube Channel Strip Overview

Get the Manley VOXBOX here: Manley's all-tube VOXBOX channel strip may well be your "last stop" voice processor, but it's also set to make the most out of virtually any source you throw its way. The VOXBOX shares... Read more »

Permalink to Behind the Brand: Manley Labs

Jun 15 2018, 10:30 AM

Behind the Brand: Manley Labs

Few small equipment manufacturers in the pro audio industry are as well-known and highly regarded as Manley Labs. Coveted by top recording and mastering engineers, artists, and producers, Manley's cutting-edge gear... Read more »

Permalink to Best Channel Strips

Sep 22 2017, 8:52 AM

Best Channel Strips

Back when records were made on large-format analog consoles, the qualities we now identify as "vintage-flavored" - warmth, clarity, and punch - were lavished on every instrument and voice recorded through them. With... Read more »

Permalink to Manley VOXBOX Review

Mar 8 2007, 12:00 AM

Manley VOXBOX Review

I could see through the fine meshwork on the top of the Manley VoxBox that there was some powerful stuff under the hood. As I pulled it out I felt like a Navy Seal setting up a secret electronics weapon station. I... Read more »

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