DIY Microphone Isolation Shield Introduction Very few people have the budget for a fully enclosed isolation booth with complete acoustic foam protection for vocal recording. Many of us don’t even have the space for a vocal booth in our home or condo. Luckily, there are plenty of low-cost and ...

How to EQ Reverb 101 Intro: How to EQ reverb bus? Most of the time, reverb isn’t added as an insert on a track. Instead, it’s placed on an aux channel, allowing you to send the desired amount from any track to the reverb. This gives you the obvious benefit of controlling how much reverb ...

Hybrid Mixing Setup Introduction Step into the world of hybrid mixing—a cutting-edge approach that blends the warmth of analog gear with the precision of digital technology. Imagine it as owning a high-performance sports car equipped with the latest navigation system. In this article, ...

Types of Microphone Preamps Introduction As a passionate audio engineer, I've always believed that a microphone preamp is like the secret ingredient that brings out the true magic in a recording. However, with so many different types of preamps available, it can be overwhelming to determine ...

Best DAW Controllers Introduction A DAW controller, also known as a control surface, can significantly enhance your workflow and provide a more intuitive, tactile experience in a studio environment. Having physical faders, knobs, buttons, and various controls right in front of you can ...

Best Large Diaphragm Microphones Introduction Large-diaphragm condenser (LDC) microphones are the go-to choice for recording studio vocals and voiceovers. This is because the human voice is one of the most commonly recorded sound sources in the world. Of course, vocals are just one of the ...

Best Midi Keyboards with 49 Keys Introduction The 49-key MIDI keyboard controller has become a staple for both studios and live performances. It's a fantastic instrument to own because it's compact and portable, yet it allows you to do more than a 25-key controller. These controllers are ...

Best Headphone Amps Introduction If you're investing in a pair of premium headphones, a dedicated headphone amplifier will enhance their performance significantly more than if you simply plug them into a computer, phone, or even, depending on its built-in headphone amp's quality, a hi-fi ...

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Sony C-80 Condenser Microphone Buy onSweetwater Buy on Thomann Buy on Amazon Condenser Microphone Dimensions (diameter x length): 40 x 158 mm Weight: 215 g Sony C-80 Review Welcome to another review! Today we're taking a look at the Sony C-80 ...