A simple, classic channel strip, Mr. Putnam’s mic collection, and more

Universal Audio have dropped another of their semi-annual releases of high-end digital sound toys. And this one is revealing of how studio production is becoming more accessible. Plus, you get to steal Bill Putnam’s mic collection. Well, virtually.

Tour the goodies in Universal Audio 9.4 – including an Empirical Distressor

Universal Audio are here with their winter lineup – the latest processing tools for their hardware platform – now including a sought-after compressor.

Peter Kirn - November 15, 2017

These mics capture sounds from the edge of human hearing – and beyond

Here’s how much Slovak label LOM loves field recordings and strange sounds: they didn’t just stop with releasing a few wild experimental ambient albums. They’ve gotten into the boutique mic business. They’re creating new hardware that lovingly captures electro-magnetic fields. They’re printing t-shirts with custom designs to show their passion in illustrated form. These are […]

Peter Kirn - July 31, 2015

Peek Inside Adam’s Mobile Rig to See How to Be Inspired on the Go

Peter Kirn - June 18, 2015

Watch Holly Herndon Talk About Giving Laptops a Voice

- November 6, 2014

This Wearable Necklace Mic Could Change How You Hear – or Record

- January 6, 2014

pMic is a 3D-Printed A-B Stereo Mic You Can Make Yourself; Hear It

- November 21, 2013

Zoom H6 Handheld Recorder, Now with Shotgun, Starts at US$399 [Preview]

- October 16, 2013

Bleeding-Edge Musical Innovation, Live from CCRMA; Full Report, Monolake + Tarik Barri Live

- May 17, 2013

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