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I'm seeing more and more new units for the API Lunchbox. Why is this, and what's so special about the format?

Schoeps's unusual new vocal mic could give some of the long-established studio stalwarts a serious run for their money.

Nearly 30 years after production of the original U47 FET ceased, Neumann have revived this iconic large-diaphragm capacitor mic.

A set of pedals offering the famous Aural Exciter and Big Bottom processes for your choice of instrument.

SE have updated their Gemini and multi-pattern Z5600a mics with extra facilities and better technical specs. Are they worthy contenders for space in your mic locker?

JBL's new monitors incorporate Room Mode Correction technology which claims to be able to reduce the bass problems caused by standing waves at the listening position. But does it really work in practice?

Samson's compact 'S'-series boxes solve a variety of studio problems without getting in the way. We check them out...

Most SOS readers seem either to be setting up a studio or refining their existing setup, and could save money and hassle by doing much of the wiring and installation themselves. We explain how.

I've just bought an iMac and need a simple audio interface that I can connect via a Firewire cable. I want something simple...

Spending thousands on fancy gear won't get you anywhere — at least, not unless you spend some time sorting out and getting to know your listening and recording environments...

What do you get if you cross an 1176 with a Distressor — and then throw in a few unique features for good measure? Enter the Dragon...

Tascam break from the crowd with their new USB 2 multi-channel audio interface.

We asked some of the world's leading engineers how they approach one of the most common yet complex instruments on stage: the drum kit.

Thinking of turning your iPad into a mobile recording studio? Check out our round-up of multitrack recording apps first!

Building on their record for successful hand-held stereo recording devices, Olympus have stepped into multitracker territory...

For this ambitious project, John Crossley had a full live band play through a 16-speaker system, to create an immersive performance.

This affordable miniature mic from one of the top names in condensers can neatly solve a variety of common recording problems.

This highly affordable device is based on the circuitry used in Neves legendary 1073. So can you really get a classic vintage preamp sound on a budget?

Kush Audio have a knack of making forward-looking products that exude vintage vibe — and this remarkable compressor is no exception.

As PCs grow more powerful, native-processing systems appear to offer very impressive features. Nevertheless, as Martin Walker explains, there is still a strong case for using dedicated audio hardware, as evidenced by Soundscape's powerful R.Ed system.