Blog - Gear Roundups

Learn about budget-friendly hardware synths like the Novation MiniNova, Arturia MicroFreak, Behringer Neutron, Korg Volca series, and Korg Minilogue.

Learn about some of the most popular and affordable music production speakers, ranging in price from $149 to $359.

Learn about the best MIDI keyboard for beginners, portable use, and professional music producers. Discover which MIDI keyboard is right for you.

Learn about VCA compressors, optical compressors, FET compressors, and tube compressors. Hear the difference with audio examples.

Learn about 4 of the best digital audio workstations (DAWs) for music producers and discover which DAW is the best fit for you.

Learn about vocal microphones like the AT2020, SM7B, C414 XLII, Clarion FC-357, TLM 103, and Sphere L22. Discover which microphone is right for you.

Learn about the best budget studio desk, all-round studio desk, console studio desk, and mastering studio desk.

Learn how Splice Studio, Spire Studio, Skype, VR social spaces, and Google Drive can help you work with artists online more effectively.

Learn about 25 of the best VST plugins that will help you produce, mix, and master your music better.

Find a budget-friendly headphone amp to match your playing style, without breaking the bank.

Learn about the best audio interfaces at various price points. Choose the right audio interface for your music studio.

Learn about the best portable bass amps for practicing at home, busking, playing small venues, jamming, and more.