Best USB Audio Interfaces in 2026
There are a staggering number of audio interfaces on the market today. And here at Sweetwater, we’ve put them all through their paces: USB,... Read more »
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Apr 30, 2026, 10:59 AM
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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 »
Nov 27, 2025, 10:00 AM
The Right Way to Do Pitch Correction
Some people say pitch correction sucks the humanity out of vocals — because it can. But it doesn’t have to, if you know the right way to use it.... Read more »
Jun 12, 2025, 4:30 PM
Brian Wilson Remembered
We are saddened to report that Brian Douglas Wilson, the multitalented genius behind The Beach Boys, passed away on June 11, 2025, at the age of... Read more »
Jun 11, 2025, 11:00 AM
sE Electronics sE6160 Shotgun Microphone Overview
The NEW sE Electronics 6160 shotgun microphone is a versatile and compact mic that captures high-quality sound and delivers excellent rejection... Read more »
May 27, 2025, 9:05 AM
How to Start Recording at Home: Home Studio for Beat Making, Producing & Vocals
The Essential Gear for Your Home Studio To start making beats or recording vocals, you’ll need a few key pieces of equipment. Each component... Read more »
May 26, 2025, 3:00 PM
How to Shape Transients with a Compressor
Whether they’re hardware or software, compressors are in every studio in the world. But did you know you can use them to shape transients? Mitch... Read more »
May 24, 2025, 11:00 AM
The $100 Microphone that got over 2 BILLION Plays!
The Audio-Technica AT2020 is a hidden gem for many recording artists today. See for yourself why singers, including Billie Eilish and her... Read more »
May 23, 2025, 3:04 PM
Warm Audio WA-FT Fen-tone Ribbon Microphone Demo
The NEW Warm Audio WA-FT Fen-tone ribbon microphone brings the classic look and sound of a ’50s ribbon microphone and modernizes it with a... Read more »
May 23, 2025, 3:00 PM
MOTU 16A 32 x 34 Thunderbolt 4/USB Audio Interface with AVB Demo
The MOTU 16A 32 x 34 Thunderbolt 4/USB4 audio interface with AVB gives home studios a high-quality and versatile audio interface that’s jam... Read more »