Behringer UM2 vs UMC22: One IS Better

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An audio interface is a device that processes raw audio signals and turns them into information that your computer can interpret. Interfaces come in many shapes and sizes, from dedicated sound cards to separate units that you connect to your computer externally. Today, we’re going to be comparing two outwardly similar audio interfaces from Behringer. …

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Behringer X18 vs XR18: Hands-On Comparison [2020]

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Digital mixing technology has advanced considerably in the past decade, and they have gradually become more integrated with smart devices, sometimes precluding the need for a laptop entirely. The two products that we’ll be covering in today’s guide are an example of this, as they are both designed to connect to tablets. We’ll be looking …

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Kemper vs Helix: One IS Better

Kemper vs Helix

Modeling amps have made it a lot easier for guitarists to diversify their sound without carrying around tons of equipment. While some purists may prefer to stick to vacuum tube amps, modelers truly show the versatility of digital amplification. In this guide, we’re going to compare two of the most popular amp modelers currently available: …

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MXL 770 Review – Worth The Money? [2020]

MXL 770 Review

The MXL 770 is an extremely affordable condenser microphone that is most notable for its versatility and quality to price ratio. Although the MXL 770 will not sound anywhere close to a premium, high-end mic, it is capable of being an excellent all-round mic for home studio owners and beginners. In this MXL 770 Review, …

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Samson Q2U vs ATR2100: Hands-On Comparison

Samson Q2U vs ATR2100

Picking out a microphone is usually a tough choice since you often need to hear the results to decide whether or not it’s worth your money. This isn’t helped by the vast selection of microphones that are available, muddying the waters even further when searching for your perfect sound. Today, we’re going to take a …

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MXL 990 Condenser Microphone Review: Worth The Money?

MXL 990 Review

If you’re serious about recording vocals and acoustic instruments, you need a condenser microphone as a part of your studio kit. Compared with dynamic mics, condenser mics are usually more expensive.  But that’s not the case with MXL’s 990 – a budget-friendly condenser microphone made for podcasters, gamers, voice-over artists, and entry-level music producers.  With …

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