Microphone gain is one of the most critical aspects to keep account of when recording. Without it, your mic would be virtually useless. But what exactly is gain and how does it work? Let’s dive in.
In this review, I’ll be looking at the Neumann U 87 Ai condenser microphone. This is the updated version of the original U 87, which had its debut in 1967.
The original U 87 is one of the most sought-after and acclaimed microphones to ever grace the recording studio. Their popularity has made them a little hard to come by, so Neumann has updated the design and come out with a more modern addition (probably to keep appearances up).
In this review, I’ll be looking at the Electro-Voice RE20 dynamic microphone.
Debuting in 1969, the RE20 initially became a favorite amongst radio broadcasters due to its clarity and immunity to proximity effect. Since then, it slowly became known as one of the most useful microphones a studio engineer could own.
Although $500 might seem like a lot of money to some, this is truly the lower midrange for what professionals would consider a budget expense.
To help ease the buying process, I’ve tested a wide range of speakers to come up with a curated list of the best studio monitors under $500 for 2024.
As a professional audio engineer, you’re probably already well aware that having a reliable and high-quality pair of monitors is one of the most crucial things that you can have in your arsenal to make sure that your mixes are accurate, precise, and ultimately enjoyable.
We have reviewed a wide range of monitor speakers in the last two years, and today we’ll be going over the best studio monitors under $1000 you can buy in 2024.
I’ve tested an extensive range of monitor speakers to come up with a list of the best budget studio monitors to buy under $100, under $200, under $300, and under $400 in 2024.