GuideReviews Index
Review: Superlx S241/U3 Condenser Microphone
A hands-on review of the brand new Superlux S241/U3, a fantastic small-diaphragm condenser microphone with an even more stellar price tag -- only $125.
Review: Superlux R102 Ribbon Microphone
A full hands-on review of the Superlux R102 phantom powered ribbon microphone, a fantastic value at $225, with rich, robust sound quality and excellent construction.
First Look: Tascam DR-1 Pocket Recorder
An exclusive first-look review at the Tascam DR-1, a heavy-hitting pocket-sized SD recorder with a great price -- only $299. Filled with great features and a stellar build quality, the DR-1 is a great deal. Check out this first-look review!
Abbey Road Keyboards Reason ReFill Collection
A full review of the Propellerhead Abbey Road Keyboards refill collection for Reason, a collection of unbelievably good keyboard samples from legendary Abbey Road Studios.
Nady RSM-4 Ribbon Microphone
A full review of the inexpensive yet astoundingly useful Nady RSM-4 Ribbon Microphone, a fantastic addition to any microphone collection at a price that can't be beat.
WaveMachine Labs Drumagog
A review of WaveMachine Labs Drumagog, a stellar drum replacement and triggering software compatible with most major recording software suites. Also capable of latency-free live sampling, Drumagog is perfect for live performances demanding accurate drum samples.
Westone ES49 Custom Musician's Earplugs
A full review of the Westone ES49 custom-fit musician's earplugs, offering up to 25 decibels of filtered protection for musicians, recording engineers, and concertgoers alike.
Karma K-Micro Miniature Condenser Microphone
A review of the Karma K-Micro, a $5 miniature condenser mic. It may be cheap, but it certainly doesn't sound like it! Check out this full review of this amazing little mic.
Future Sonics' XtremeMac FS1 In-Ear Earphones
A full review of the Future Sonics and XtremeMac co-branded in-ear monitor earphones, perfectly suitable for both onstage performers and audiophile listeners.
Crown Sound Grabber II PZM Microphone
A review of the Crown Sound Grabber II PZM Condenser Microphone, a value-priced, high-performance microphone great for recording pianos, drums, speech, and live events.
Marshall MXL V67G Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
A full review of the Marshall MXL V67G Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone, a $99, value-priced microphone that packs a high-dollar punch -- perfect for vocals, drum overheads, and acoustic guitar!
Antares Technologies Harmony Engine
A full review, including sound clips, of Harmony Engine by Antares Audio Technologies, a powerful, easy-to-use vocal modeling harmony generator.
Bias Peak LE 5
A review of the Bias Peak LE 5 software package, ideal for stereo editing, mixing, and recording!
Neumann SKM184 Stereo Microphone Kit
A review of the Neumann SKM184 Microphone Kit, a matched stereo pair of the Neumann KM184 condenser microphone, a perfect choice for the recording studio and the concert taper alike.
DPA SMK4061 Stereo Microphone Kit
A review of the DPA SMK4061 Stereo Microphone Kit, a great product for both recording engineers and concert tapers, consisting of two matched DPA 4061 omnidirectional microphones.
Sensaphonics 2X-S Custom Monitor Earphones
A full review of the Sensaphonics 2X-S custom-molded in-ear earphones, perfect for both stage and studio monitoring.
Shrue E500 Triple-Driver Earphones
Shure's latest entry into the personal listening and onstage monitoring world is the E500, a triple-driver earphone with an included Push-To-Hear accessory. Check out our review of this earphone and the interesting PTH module included!
Etymotic ER-4 MicroPro Earphones
A complete review of the Etymotic Research ER-4 earphones. A great, accurate earphone available in several flavors including the ER-4P, ER-4B, and ER-4S.
Audix UEM-81S Microphone with Shotgun & Cardioid Capsules
A review of the Audix UEM-81S microphone set, complete with sound clips, a great value for a shotgun microphone alongside an interchangeable cardioid capsule, but does the performance exceed the price?
Behringer ADA8000 Ultragain Pro-8
A review (with audio clips) of the Behringer ADA8000, a value-priced, 8-channel microphone preamp with ADAT digital output. While it's feature-packed, does the low price (and Behringer's reputation) mean low sound quality? About.com's Joe Shambro reviews the ADA8000.
AlphaTrack USB DAW Control Surface
I didn't think it was possible, but it happened: Frontier Design Group went above and beyond their innovative, smartly-designed TranzPort and launched the AlphaTrack, a USB DAW control surface compatible with all major software suites, including Pro Tools!
The MBox 2 Mini
The Digidesign MBox 2 Mini is the cheapest, smallest, and most portable offering in the Digidesign line, but how does it stack up to the big boys? About.com's Joe Shambro reviews the MBox 2 Mini.
Frontier Design TranzPort Wireless DAW Controller
One of the most useful tools for home studios, the TranzPort Wireless USB control surface is a great option for Pro Tools, Logic, Reason, and many more, reviewed by About.com's Joe Shambro.
Samson Q1U Dynamic USB Microphone
The Samson Q1U is the first professional-quality dynamic USB microphone, a fantastic value without sacrificing performance. Check out our review of this hand-held USB microphone, perfect for use with Garageband!
Benchmark DAC-1 Digital to Analog Converter
A review of Benchmark's DAC-1, a superior-quality digital-to-analog converter with headphone and speaker amplification built in. It's like lifting a veil off your audio!