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Can mics at this price really compete with the classics? Sound On Sound puts them to the test...
Latin music is popular all over the world, but it has its own unique assortment of quirks and exotic instruments. Four of the genre's leading engineers explain what it takes to make a conga sing and timbales talk.
We test Exploraudio's Liveguitar H-clamp for fixing a conventional mic to an acoustic guitar, and explain ways to track down the source of guitar tuning problems, plus GT news...
The democratisation of the ribbon mic continues with the release of an attractive model from SE. We find out whether it sounds as good as it looks.
M-Audio's latest foray into the mic market combines a striking retro look with the warmth of a valve and the versatility of switchable polar patterns.
One of the most welcome developments of recent years in the microphone market is the growing availability of ribbon mics. This new model takes its place in the middle ranks of price but has a far from mediocre sound...
Are the Amethysts a bit of a jewel in the studio, or only semi-precious? We find out.
Knowing the right microphone for the job, from the huge variety of types and models available, is an essential skill for anyone who records regularly, and can make the difference between sub-standard and spectacular results. Follow our essential guidelines to ensure you always make the optimum choice.
We examine a handsome Chinese-made valve mic with retro style to spare. But how does it sound?
A friend of mine who is a full-time professional musician has recently bought a new PA and now wants to fit permanent...
Designed in Europe and built in China, AKG's latest studio mic aims to deliver value for money.
DPA have used their hi-tech miniature microphone capsules to produce a pair of mics that you can use on just about any sound source.
This innovative Swedish mic's long rectangular capsule balances the practical advantages of small- and large-diaphragm condenser designs... but sounds more like a ribbon mic!
A multi-pattern mic that plugs straight into a computer.
The radio microphone marketplace is becoming a busy place these days, but it's always interesting to look at a new system that aims to provide good-quality performance while being very straightforward to set up and operate.
I am looking for one big bluegrass microphone! I would like to purchase a high-quality one for recording my band. Can you give me some brand names to investigate and where I can order one?
I want an A/B switching box to connect two microphones to one phantom-powered mic preamp. I need the signal to remain as clean as possible and have XLR ins and an XLR out. Any suggestions?
I have a five-piece drum kit with the three standard cymbals. I am trying to get the best sound possible on a very small...
If you want the simplest possible computer recording setup, it doesn't come much more straightforward than this: a mic that plugs straight into your Mac or PC's USB ports.