SOUND ON SOUND
The MV6 Gen 2 offers more in-depth customisation of its onboard processing, but still maintains the accessible price point of the original.
Shure’s popular family of studio mics gets a dark reboot — and a new sibling.
Producer and songwriter D’Mile helped develop Bruno Mars’ nostalgic soul sound — and Anthony Masino’s work at retro studio Penrose Recorders played a key role in capturing it.
Building on the capabilities of its predecessor, the MVX2U Gen 2 introduces improved onboard digital audio processing that can be controlled using the MOTIV desktop and mobile apps across iOS, Android and desktop devices.
Revealed at The NAMM Show 2026, Shure’s new KSM mic series promises to deliver “lifelike fidelity” in a thoughtfully engineered design that’s been crafted with musicians and studio professionals in mind.
As one half of Eurythmics, Dave Stewart created a chart‑topping blend of soul music and electronica. Now he’s paying tribute to his earliest influences.
The new album by Noah Lennox, aka Panda Bear, features familiar collaborators pulling in a very different musical direction.
Can SOS recommend a good first microphone for a student studying music?
The MoveMic 88+ has been designed to allow content creators and videographers to choose the best microphone placement without sacrificing the perfect shot.
Shure’s latest USB mic features a built‑in audio interface.
