Almost every imaginable flavour of classic hardware synth has its own plugin, but if you’re into late 80’s/early 90’s dance sounds the choice starts to narrow. Can Arturia take us back to the Second Summer Of Love with their new SQ80V soft synth? We take a look...
How Does CEDAR Audio Studio 9 Compare Against iZotope RX?
When it comes to noise reduction, for many, CEDAR is at the top of the food chain. But is it worth it? In this article, long time iZotope RX user, Korey Pereira takes the new CEDAR Audio Studio 9 for an in-depth test drive.
Eventide H9000 Multi-Effects Processor - Do Hardware Effects Still Matter?
In the article for Production Expert, James Richmond tests his new Eventide H9000 hardware effects processor and gives us his thoughts on the newest addition to his studio.
Do You Need To Spend Money On A High Quality Microphone?
With the vast range of options available, choosing your first main studio mic can seem like a daunting task. Luke Goddard checks out an affordable solution in Imperative Audio’s Lucent.
Is This Big Console Monitor Control? Audient Nero Monitor Controller Tested
Tired of poking around in your interface’s mixer app just to get control of your speakers and headphones? You are not alone, and Audient think they might have the solution with their Nero monitor controller. Luke Goddard gets in the sweet spot…
Trinnov La Remote - Tested
In the article and video for Production Expert, resident gear junkie James Ivey tests the Trinnov La Remote, a monitor controller for the D-Mon, MC and ST2 systems.
Loopmasters Loopcloud 6 - Tested
In this article and video for Production Expert, Si Gordon takes a look at Loopcloud 6, the latest version of a new innovative app created by Loopmasters, leaders in sample library development.
Expert Reviews Of Top Mic Preamps You Can Buy Today
Recently we asked our Facebook community to share with us “Engineer or Mixer, One Question - What Question Would Ask?”. One response was “Which hardware mic preamp has the best value for money in a home studio?” In this article, we bring together the microphone preamp tests and reviews that we have produced over the years. If you are considering a new microphone preamp, for your studio then check out these reviews...
RME Digiface Dante Audio Interface - Tested
In the article for Production Expert, James Richmond tests the RME's bus-powered 258 Channels (128 in / 128 out) Digiface Dante Audio Interface, enabling transmission of up to 64 Dante channels and 64 MADI channels via a single USB 3.0 connection.
Ferrofish Pulse 16 DX-CV - Review
In this review for Production Expert, James Richmond looks at the Ferrofish Pulse 16 DX, Ferrofish's fully featured and affordable AD/DA Converter (Dante - ADAT - MADI). The natural progressor from the Pulse 16 MX, the Pulse 16 DX but now with Dante through its two RJ45 connectors, expanding any Dante audio network via its 16 AD/DA Cirrus Logic converters.
PreSonus Revelator USB Microphone - Tested
In this video for Production Expert, Brent puts Revelator to the test and closes with a comparison to a more expensive microphone (that he uses to record all of his content).
Apple AirPods Max Review - What Do We Think?
Ronan Macdonald takes the Apple AirPods Max for a thorough test to see if the pro price tag makes them a viable set of headphones for the professional user.
OWC ThunderBay 8 Tested - Thunderbolt 3 Storage Solution - Our Verdict
As part of my transition to replace my ageing and failing Mac Pro 5,1 cheese-grater and replace it with a Mac mini 2018, there were a number of challenges I needed to find solutions to, one of which was where to put all my hard drives, some of which were inside my Mac Pro and others that were in an external eSATA chassis. My final choice was to go for an OWC ThunderBay 8. In this article I will explain the challenges, the options I looked at and why I chose the Thunderbay 8.
Eventide H9 Plugin Series Bundle - Powerful Plugin Effects Announced
Eventide has today released their H9 Plugin Series Bundle, a powerful collection of effects from the H9 Harmonizer. The bundle is priced at $299 until January 4th, 2021 and has a combined plugin value of $1100 if purchased separately.
EVE Audio SC3070 Tested - Compact 3 Way Monitors
James Richmond spends time with a pair of EVE Audio SC3070 compact 3 way monitors . Find out what he though of them in our latest Tested article.
Heritage Audio HA-609A Diode Bridge Compressor - Tested
In a little under ten years Spanish company Heritage Audio has built up an impressive range of products inspired by classic Neve hardware attempting to hit the sweet spot between quality and price. In this, On Test article, we try the HA-609A diode bridge compressor. Read on to find out what we think…
WavesFactory Echo Cat Is This The Only Delay Plug-In You'll Need?
In this article and video, Eli Krantzberg from Production Expert takes a look at Wavesfactory’s Echo Cat, a delay plug-in based on the WEM Copicat tape echo device from the late fifties.
Nugen Audio Paragon Reverb Released - We Have An Exclusive Test
Nugen Audio has released the latest addition to their software lineup. They describe Paragon as the world’s first 3D-compatible convolution reverb, offering full control of the decay, room size and brightness via state-of-the-art re-synthesis modelled on 3D recordings of real spaces. We have the details and take Paragon for a test drive.
e-instruments Cremona Quartet - Tested
For those of you who follow new string library releases with a mix of skepticism and enthusiasm, your choices are about to get a little more confusing. Composer David Tobin tries the new Cremona Quartet from e-instruments and finds a lot to like.
Positive Grid Smart Guitar Amp Tested - Is It Any Good For The Studio?
While all the gadgets and gizmos are fun, what we really wanted to know is if the Smart would be any use in the studio and if it was good enough to record with. Russ Hughes takes it for a spin.