Daniel Cooper
Daniel grew up in Sheffield, a city with electronic music in its bones, and spent his teens making beats on a battered laptop long before he could afford a proper studio. He's obsessed with synths, samplers and the endless tinkering of production. He writes about music software, hardware and getting good results without spending a fortune.
Articles by Daniel Cooper
Common Dj Set Mistakes to Avoid
Most rough DJ sets aren't wrecked by bad music taste — they're wrecked by the same handful of avoidable habits. Here's what to fix.
Vox Bass Guitar Amplifiers: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing the right Vox bass guitar amplifiers means understanding wattage, speakers, and features that match your needs. Our buying guide reveals what matters and what doesn't.
The Complete Guide to Eurorack Modular
Eurorack modular synthesizers offer unparalleled creative freedom for sound design. Discover the essential modules, how to build your first system, and why musicians choose eurorack modular for advanc...
The Best Slate Digitals for the Money
No invented benchmarks — just an honest look at which Slate Digital tool actually earns its keep for different budgets and different jobs.
Trombone Mouthpiece for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Getting your first trombone mouthpiece? Learn sizing basics, how to know if your current mouthpiece fits, common beginner mistakes, and why professional guidance matters.
Supro Guitar Amp for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A beginner's guide to Supro guitar amplifiers: understand Supro's heritage, discover which models work for newcomers, and learn why they offer genuine character and value.
The Complete Guide to Left Handed Stratocaster
A proper left-handed stratocaster is fully mirrored for left-handed players. Discover genuine left-handed models, brands, and how to choose the right instrument.
The Complete Guide to Pedal Keyboard
Pedal keyboards represent specialised instruments enabling independent bass playing and sophisticated coordination. From classical organ traditions to modern synthesiser applications, pedal keyboards...
Ableton Live: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying Ableton Live means picking the right edition, not just any edition. Here's how to choose without overspending or underbuying.
The Complete Guide to Mic Guitar Amp
Microphone technique for guitar amplifiers represents one of the most critical yet underappreciated skills in recording and live sound engineering.
Rode Nt1: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Rode NT1 now means three different microphones. Here's how to work out which one actually suits your setup before you spend a penny.
Flight Cases Dj: A Complete Guide
A quality DJ flight case is an investment in protection and professionalism. This guide covers everything you need to know about selecting, using and maintaining flight cases for your DJ equipment.
The Best Waveforms for the Money
Waveform offers excellent value against expensive alternatives. Here's how it compares and which DAW deserves your money.
Orange Guitar Pedal for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Starting your journey with guitar effects can feel overwhelming, but choosing an orange guitar pedal as your first effect is a brilliant decision.
Zoom H6: A Complete Guide
Four preamps, swappable capsules and six-track recording in one handheld box — here's what actually makes the Zoom H6 tick.
Drum Microphone Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A complete guide to the drum microphone: high-SPL requirements, dynamic vs condenser types, close-mic and overhead techniques and dedicated microphone kits.
The Complete Guide to Audio Voice Recorder
An audio voice recorder captures high-quality vocal performances and conversations. Learn about types, features, and how to select the right recorder for your goals.
Solid State Logic Interface for Beginners: A Complete Guide
An SSL interface might sound professional and intimidating, but it's actually simple to set up and use. Here's everything a beginner needs to know to start recording with one.
Common Boom Mic Mistakes to Avoid
From holding it too far away to skipping headphone monitoring, these are the boom mic mistakes almost everyone makes at first — and the free fixes for each.
Electric Bass Gig Bag for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A friendly guide to selecting your first electric bass gig bag—why protection matters, what features to prioritise, and common beginner mistakes to avoid.
The Ultimate Guide to 500 Series Rack
The 500 series format makes professional-grade signal processing genuinely accessible — this guide explains how the chassis and modules work together and what to look for in each.
Everything You Need to Know About Midfield Monitors
Midfield monitors are the standard choice for professional mixing, offering accuracy and perspective in typical room sizes. This guide explains how they work and why they matter.
Vinyl Record Wall Mount: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A vinyl record wall mount displays your collection beautifully while protecting it. This guide covers materials, weight capacity, installation and common mistakes.
What Daniel Cooper covers
Bass Preamp
Bass preamps shape tone, gain and output for live use, recording and pedalboard-based rigs.
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Marshall Earbuds
Portable in-ear listening for commuting, travel and everyday music playback.
Marshall Headphones
Stylish everyday headphones for travel, home listening and music enjoyment.
1 topic
Native Instruments
Discover Native Instruments’ software, virtual instruments and creative tools for production, sound design and live perf...
1 topic
Nura Headphones
Nura headphones deliver personalised listening and portable comfort for music, editing and reference checks.
Yamaha Hs5
Compact and accurate, the Yamaha HS5 is ideal for small studios, mixing, editing and critical nearfield monitoring.
Yamaha Hs7
The Yamaha HS7 offers accurate monitoring, stronger low end and dependable performance for project and home studios.
Yamaha Hs8
Designed for larger spaces, the Yamaha HS8 delivers powerful, accurate monitoring with strong low-end detail.
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