🎛️ Gear

when using a volt2 audio interface, what impedance should my headphones be?

modern (digital) equivalent to ARP string odyssey (as used by the Beach Boys and Dennis Wilson)

Chamberlin vs. Mellotron

1818vsl

how do you turn a speaker woofer to a sub kick or large diaphragm microphone

Any tips for someone first time starting up a home studio ? What are some gear recommendations (mic, interface, mains, patching) that are also affordable?

Home Studio

1176 vs la-2a

How should I organize hard drives and backups for music projects?

Is analog gear still worth buying?

Do I need a control surface for mixing?

What is MIDI and how do I use it in music production?

What is the best first microphone for a singer?

What plugins should a beginner buy first?

Should I use Pro Tools, Logic, Ableton, or Studio One?

Do better converters make a noticeable difference?

How powerful does my computer need to be for music production?

What is the best DAW for beginners?

Do I need an external mic preamp?

What is the difference between condenser, dynamic, and ribbon microphones?

How do I maintain studio gear so it lasts?

best mic preamp vintage soul

When should I upgrade my audio interface?

Scarlett 2i2 — when to move up? Also searched as: upgrade audio interface; when better interface; Scarlett to Apollo

Modular synth vs software synths — worth it?

Modular is exciting but expensive. Software cheaper. Real difference? Also searched as: modular vs VST; Eurorack worth it; software vs hardware synth

Mac or PC for music production?

Switching machines. Real differences? Also searched as: Mac vs PC music; best computer for production; Apple Silicon DAW

Best headphones for mixing under $300?

Want neutral, comfortable, and durable. Also searched as: mixing headphones budget; best studio headphones; HD600 vs DT880

Do I need a Cloudlifter?

My SM7B is too quiet. Cloudlifter or different interface? Also searched as: Cloudlifter SM7B; clean gain interface; FetHead booster

Which MIDI keyboard controller?

25, 49, 61 keys? Weighted or synth action? Also searched as: best midi keyboard; controller for production; 49 vs 61 keys

MIDI vs CV — which for modular?

Building a modular setup. MIDI in or CV in? Also searched as: MIDI vs CV modular; modular synth control; Eurorack MIDI

Should I buy more gear or treat the room?

$500 — new mic or treat the room? Also searched as: gear vs acoustic treatment; what to buy first; priority for home studio

Are plugin bundles worth it (Waves, FabFilter, etc.)?

Sales push bundles constantly. Worth it? Also searched as: best plugin bundle; FabFilter worth it; Waves vs FabFilter

Best studio monitors for a small room?

Room is 10x12. What size monitors? Also searched as: best studio monitors small room; 5 inch vs 7 inch monitors; monitor size for bedroom