Mixers

Splitting out your stereo signals into separate Mid and Sides tracks can open up a world of creative options in your mix.

Now boasting Mackie's highly regarded Onyx preamps, the newest mixers in the ProFX range offer much to tempt musicians on a budget.

However much studio trickery is considered 'normal' in a genre, the unwanted side-effects of processing can rob your mixes of impact. But it doesn't have to be that way

This most hybrid of devices does far more than just put A‑D/D‑A conversion into a 500-series chassis. In fact, it could even make you reconsider how you use your studio...

iZotope's AI-based plug-in suite grows ever more intelligent with the addition of an automated mix-balancing tool.

Getting vocals to 'sit right' can require a lot more than setting the fader and applying EQ. We asked a number of engineers how they do it.

Tiptop are back again with one of those unglamorous modules you're going to end up using in every patch, a 10HP utility...

By changing their manufacturing approach, Trident aim to offer their big-console sound and facilities at a much lower price.

Technology has moved on in the 10 years since the original D Box was released — but the concept seems stronger than ever.

Radial's newest problem-solver could prove indispensible to gigging keyboardists.

Engineer Matt Wiggins has worked with everyone who's anyone — and knows that he needs to be prepared for anything!

How should I pan my drum recordings in the mix? For instance, should the hi-hat be on the left or on the right?

It may be the smallest mixer they've ever made, but the SiX shares more than just heritage with SSL's legendary large-format consoles.

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The RodeCaster Pro is a one‑stop shop for creating high‑quality podcasts.

Dave Cobb's approach to recording is simple — but as artists like Chris Stapleton, Rival Sons and Jason Isbell have found, it's very effective.

Offering both retro analogue simplicity and modern digital recording facilities, can this device be master of all trades?

In Part 2 of our Video Feature, Josh Giunta from GSI Studios moves on to the recording and mixing processes, exploring the fine art of microphone positioning, dealing with phase, and mixing techniques.