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by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Now that we’ve discussed the basic gear you need to put on a live show, lets look at the specific kind of gear and knowledge you’d need to set up a professional event at a large venue, stadium, or arena. Whether you want to gain more knowledge in pro live sound or you’re just curious, you’re in the right place!
If you’re a beginner or want more context for this article, go ahead and check out the
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Realistic artificial reverbs and other time-based processors are commonplace in today’s music technology, so it’s easy to overlook how much of a technical marvel it was when reverberation could be divorced from the physical location of a performance, and how quickly it transformed recorded music. From Bill Putnam’s reamping technique using physical echo chambers, to the Brobdingnagian 600-pound EMT plate reverb machine, to the complex digital convolution and algorithmic reverbs we have today, artificial reverbs have been sculpting the sonic
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
With the days we've chosen to honor our parental units quickly approaching, it can be tough to find a gift that isn't just the same old stuff as last year. While grilling utensils or a bath kit can be the stereotypical and affordable solution, these 10 audio gift ideas can seriously impress your forbears—even if your parents aren't music lovers.
For Vinyl Lovers: Audio-Technica Sound Burger and Audio-Technica ATLP70XBT
Society writ large has decided that vinyl is back and here to stay. Whether you have parents who have collected a library of
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Recording is much more of an art than a science, and every recording engineer has their preferences and techniques to achieve the sound they’re aiming for. With the current accessibility of recording technology, people have created incredible, high-fidelity productions despite limited budgets and unlikely recording environments—all they needed was some knowledge, a good idea, and the passion to experiment and explore different methods. In this guide, we will explore different established recording techniques that will give you solid knowledge
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Whether you’re a musician who’s building a studio or rehearsal space, setting up an audio system at a venue or house of worship, an aspiring streamer/podcaster, or a production house, the audio mixer may be the most important (and expensive) purchase you make—but with multitudes of options, you’ll want to know exactly what you need before pulling the trigger.
This guide will help you sort through the factors to consider when searching for the perfect mixer for the job. If you’ve got a case of choice paralysis when it comes to mixers, or if
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
DJing, whether a hobby or profession, is an expensive endeavor. Whether you’re just getting into DJing, a seasoned professional looking to upgrade your gear, or a venue looking to install a permanent DJ station, we have some incredible products on offer at B&H this holiday season—and doesn’t matter if you’re on a budget or ready to ball out.
All-in-Ones/Controllers: Baller | Budget
Turntables:
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Music is broad, deep, and diverse—and so are musicians. With a plethora of musical instruments, tools, and tastes, finding the right gift for a musician can be a daunting task. In this shopping guide, we explore five products sure spark the creativity of any musician and will leave them impressed with your taste and knowledge in gear.
A Unique, Fun, and Surprisingly Complex Classic:
Suzuki Musical Instrument Corp
by Gabby Bloch · Posted
If you’re new to the world of guitar amplifiers, you’ve come to the right place. While we won’t delve too deeply into the subject, we will do a brief exploration into the types of guitar amps available to help you decide which setup is right for you. Whether you’re looking to understand guitar cabinets and amplifiers heads, or you’re interested in investing in combo amp, we’ll try to make your decision easier so you can start playing ASAP.
Cabinets, Amp
by Gabby Bloch · Posted
If you're in the market for a Dolby Atmos surround soundbar system or looking to upgrade the one you have, you've come to the right place. We've put together a list of our favorite Dolby Atmos systems in every price range.
In this article you'll find two categories of soundbar systems: "True" Dolby Atmos and virtual Dolby Atmos soundbar systems. True Dolby Atmos soundbar systems have up firing drivers to give you the most authentic Atmos overhead
by Mos Khan · Posted
So you've shot your video, finished that shoot, or wrapped up the recording session, and you're probably wondering, now what? Well, it’s time to begin post-production. Regardless of your chosen medium, owning the right gear will make the post-production process significantly faster and more efficient. The purpose of this guide is to help break down some popular and essential peripherals and make them work for you. As we dig into a few recommendations, we'll also look at some of the different categories of equipment that exist, because your