Recording Setup

Mic Shock Mount / 9 Jun 2025 / Lucy Edwards

Mic Shock Mount: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Buying a mic shock mount requires understanding how isolation works and whether a given shock mount suits your recording environment. This guide helps you select correctly.

Studio Rack / 14 May 2025 / Katie Anderson

Studio Racks: A Complete Guide

A studio rack organises audio equipment in a standardised 19-inch mounting system — this guide explains the format, the terminology and how to approach building one.

8 Channel Audio Interface / 12 May 2025 / James Harrison

8 Channel Audio Interface for Beginners: A Complete Guide

New to recording? This beginner's guide explains 8 channel audio interfaces simply—what channels mean, whether beginners need eight, complete setup requirements, and honest advice on starting your rec...

Mic and Mixer / 14 Apr 2025 / Daniel Cooper

Mic And Mixer: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Choosing the right mic and mixer requires understanding specifications, compatibility, and your actual needs. This buying guide helps you make confident decisions and spend wisely.

Shock Mount / 23 Mar 2025 / Sophie Clarke

Common Shock Mount Mistakes to Avoid

Most vibration isolation problems come from a small number of setup errors — this guide identifies the common mistakes and explains how to correct each one.

Headphone and Microphone / 11 Mar 2025 / Emma Wilson

The Complete Guide to Headphone And Microphone

Combining headphones and microphones properly is essential for recording and streaming. Discover how to set them up, prevent feedback, and monitor cleanly.

Hercules Mic Stands / 20 Feb 2025 / Sophie Clarke

Hercules Mic Stands for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Getting started with a Hercules mic stand is simpler than you might expect, and using one properly transforms your recording experience immediately. This guide walks you through everything from initia...

Roland Audio Interface / 16 Feb 2025 / Daniel Cooper

Roland Audio Interface for Beginners: A Complete Guide

If you're thinking about getting into home recording for the first time, a Roland audio interface is one of the friendliest ways to start—and you'll be recording within an afternoon.

Jack in Headphone / 13 Jan 2025 / Emma Wilson

The Complete Guide to Jack In Headphone

Studio headphone jacks come in several types, each with different impedance and balance characteristics. Choosing the right connector standard and maintaining proper cables ensures clean monitoring an...

Studio Monitors / 9 Jan 2025 / Daniel Cooper

Studio Monitors: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Audio Mixer Rack / 26 Dec 2024 / James Harrison

Audio Mixer Rack for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Audio mixer racks sound professional, but do beginners actually need them? This guide explains what they are, their true costs, and how to decide if one is appropriate for your current setup.

Mixer for Studio / 4 Oct 2024 / James Harrison

Mixer For Studio: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Choosing the right mixer for studio requires understanding preamp quality, channel layout, and routing capabilities. Our guide explains the essential specs and features that matter for professional re...

Stereo Direct Box / 24 Sep 2024 / Daniel Cooper

Stereo Direct Box for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Confused by stereo direct boxes? This beginner-friendly guide explains exactly what they do, why sound engineers use them, and when you might need one for live sound or recording.