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Audio-Technica AT2020 review: My favorite cheap condenser

In this review, I’ll be taking a look at Audio-Technica’s AT2020 medium-diaphragm condenser microphone. As far as budget options are concerned, this is one of the better choices you can make. So without further ado, let’s get into it.

AKG K712 Pro review

In this review, I’ll be taking a look at AKG’s K712 Pro open-back studio headphones. These aren’t often discussed in music gear forums and circles, and I’m curious to see why. Are they simply not worth discussing?

Drum machines, samplers, and grooveboxes explained

Drum machines, samplers, and grooveboxes are often used to do the same or similar things. The similarities are so prominent that the term drum machine is now generally accepted in reference to all three in the correct context.

Arturia MiniLab 3 review: Impressive flexibility in a small unit

The MiniLab 3 is the latest release in Arturia’s popular portable 25-key controller series. It replaces the MiniLab Mk2, and while it shares the same DNA, it comes with a few significant enhancements.

In this review, I’ll discuss what it has to offer, what those enhancements are, and if it’s worth upgrading from the MiniLab Mk2. Let’s get started.

Shure SM57 review: Industry standard for a reason

What is there to say about the Shure SM57 that hasn’t been said before? For starters, it’s a legendary microphone that sounds great on just about anything.

It’s incredibly cheap, extremely durable, and most professionals have at least a handful of them lying around somewhere in their studio.