Best Processors for Music Production
Best Processors for Music Production Whatever it is that you do on a computer these days, you should have at least somewhat decent components in it. However, some activities would require more power and features. If you’re into music production, you’re fully aware that you need decent RAM specs, a solid-state drive, additional hard disk storage space, and a powerful CPU. With this in mind, we did some digging and singled out our picks for the best processors for music production. Full Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Buying through any of the links below will earn […]
PreSonus Eris E5 Review: Pro Sound, Entry-level Price
PreSonus Eris E5 Review: Pro Sound, Entry-level Price If you’re producing audio, it’s often said that your results will only be as good as the weakest link in your production chain. For many people, the weakest link is their studio monitors. Finding a pair of quality monitors can be a real challenge in any situation, but it’s even harder to find them on a budget. The fact that so many home studios aren’t exactly ideal acoustic spaces only adds to the difficulty. This review of the PreSonus Eris E5 studio monitors will offer a potential solution. Full Disclosure: As an […]
MXL 990 Review: The Perfect Budget Condenser
MXL 990 Review: The Perfect Budget Condenser Mics, mics, and more mics! You’ll find loads of budget condenser mics on the market for all types of applications. Among the most popular are condenser microphones used for recording vocals. If you’re looking for a simple, budget-friendly vocal condenser mic at a great price, read on. This article will provide an honest, unbiased, in-depth review of the MXL 990 and MXL 990 Blizzard Edition. Full Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Buying through any of the links below will earn me a small commission at no extra charge […]
Akai LPK25 Review: #1 in Portable MIDI Keys?
Akai LPK25 Review: #1 in Portable MIDI Keys? The right set of keys can make or break your production workflow depending on what you’re trying to achieve. This article will provide an honest, unbiased, and in-depth review of the Akai LPK25 Laptop Performance Keyboard to help you make an informed decision in your search. Full Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Buying through any of the links below will earn me a small commission at no extra charge to you. Last Updated: 10/7/2021 Overview The Akai LPK25 is a great beginners MIDI keyboard for those of […]
Apps, Poker, & Consoles — The Best Headphones for Different Types of Gaming
The Best Headphones for Different Types of Gaming We devote the bulk of our attention here to audio production and some of the tools and equipment that go with it. When it comes to high-end headphones though, there might not be anyone in society who appreciates quality more than avid gamers. Whatever your own audio needs may be, looking at gamers’ latest preferences will often clue you in to what some of the best options on the market are for one purpose or another. With that in mind I wanted to take a look at some of the best current […]
XLR to USB Adapters: Best Choices
XLR to USB Adapters: Best Choices XLR to USB adapters (also commonly called converters) are electrical devices that allow an XLR device to connect directly to your computer. In this review, we’ll go over the functional differences between adapters, converters, and audio interfaces. We will also cover the things to consider when making a purchase like microphone type and phantom power. And finally, we’ll list the 10 best XLR to USB devices. If you’re looking for a cable that will not adapt to USB, check out our buying guide on the best XLR-to-XLR cables. OK, enough said. Let’s get crackin! […]
Best 5 Inch Studio Monitors: Top 5 List
Best 5 Inch Studio Monitors: Top 5 List Recording music from the comfort of your home has never been easier. For a reasonable price, you’re able to build your professional or semi-professional studio. However, to have everything sound right, you’ll definitely need to invest in studio monitors. Sure, you can use regular speakers, but that won’t do the trick for making quality productions. That being said, we did some digging on the web and came up with a list of best 5 inch studio monitors. Full Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Buying through any of the […]
Best Audio Interface for FL Studio
Best Audio Interface for FL Studio Buying an audio interface for FL Studio can be a daunting task for beginners in the field of audio. There are countless technical terms, specifications, and most importantly for us, compatibility issues that we need to be aware of before making a purchase. In this buying guide, we’ll run through the top 3 choices first. Then we’ll talk about audio interfaces and what qualities you’ll find in the best audio interface for FL Studio. Finally, we’ll go through the full list based on this criteria. Let’s get started! Full Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I […]
Ultimate Guide to the Best Thunderbolt Audio Interface
Ultimate Guide to the Best Thunderbolt Audio Interface An audio interface allows for communication between your DAW, which inhabits the digital world, and your studio monitors, headphones, and condenser microphones, which inhabit the analog world. Modern audio interfaces have several digital I/O interface types. Most commonly, you will see the USB interface, but manufacturers also use FireWire and Thunderbolt interfaces. In this buying guide, you’ll learn about Thunderbolt audio interface choices and some of their advantages, and then we’ll go through the list of the best Thunderbolt audio interfaces in 2019, located much further down. Full Disclosure: As an Amazon […]
Best 3.5mm Audio Cable Choices
Best 3.5mm Audio Cable Choices A 3.5mm audio cable provides an electrical path between an audio input device like your smartphone or MP3 player and a set of speakers like the ones in your car. They come in various lengths and are also commonly called aux cables. This buying guide will focus on providing you with the best 3.5mm audio cables that are used to connect consumer audio devices together worldwide. Full Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Buying through any of the links below will earn me a small commission at no extra charge to […]