Chris Van Den Berg
Radial Engineering Celebrates 30 Years of Great Sound
Radials 30th anniversary is not just a look back. It is a launch point for what comes next.
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Chris Van Den Berg
EastWest DrumX: Realistic, Mix‑Ready Drum Production
EastWest’s DrumX is a major step forward in virtual drum instruments, combining deep sampling, intelligent performance modeling, and a modern production workflow.
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Chris Van Den Berg
The Focusrite ISA C8X: A New Chapter for a Legendary Line
The Focusrite ISA C8X marks a significant moment for modern studios: the classic ISA sound, long respected in high‑end analogue front ends, is now available in a fully integrated USB‑C...
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Chris Van Den Berg
Understanding Mic Activators
Microphone gain boosters are an essential tool for anyone looking to improve the quality of their audio recordings. Whether you're a professional musician, a podcaster, or a streamer, a gain...
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Chris Van Den Berg
A New Era of Fuzz: The Story Behind the Big Muff Pi 2 and Bass Big Muff Pi 2
Every few years, a pedal comes along that reminds us why we fell in love with effects in the first place. The Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi 2 and Bass Big...
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Chris Van Den Berg
Fender Studio Pro 8: A New Chapter for a Proven Platform
Fender Studio Pro 8 represents the next step in the evolution of a recording platform that began with PreSonus Studio One. This new release keeps the familiar speed and clarity...
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Chris Van Den Berg
2025 Gift Guide for Sound Professionals, Musicians, Producers, and Podcasters
Are you ready to amp up your gift-giving game for the sound professionals and musicians in your life? Look no further! This year's gift guide is all about hitting the...
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Chris Van Den Berg
Looking at iZotope Ozone 12
Ozone 12 isn't just another mastering plugin, it's a complete reimagining of what's possible in the final stage of music production.
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Chris Van Den Berg
EastWest Audio's Halloween Sale
Whether you're scoring for film, producing music, or building a studio arsenal, these deals offer serious value. Here are some highlights.
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Chris Van Den Berg
Comparing the Audio-Technica M-Series Headphones
Whether you're outfitting a home studio or upgrading your monitoring gear, this guide will help you find the right Audio-Technica studio headphones fit for your workflow.
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