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.
Pioneer Dj Decks Explained: Features, Types and Tips
From the first CDJ to today's touchscreen flagships, here is what Pioneer DJ decks actually are, how the CDJ, XDJ and DDJ ranges differ, and what every jog wheel and hot cue button is really doing.
Everything You Need to Know About Digital Live Sound Mixing Consoles
A live mixing console is the operational heart of professional sound reinforcement. This guide explores what makes a mixing console indispensable, how to select one for your needs, and the fundamental...
Numark Mixdeck Express Dj Controller Mixer: A Complete Guide
A mixer controller provides hands-on, tactile control of your DAW mixing, enabling intuitive fader-based mixing and real-time parameter adjustment.
Monitor Stands Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Monitor stands position studio speakers at the correct ear height, decouple them from resonant surfaces, and improve stereo imaging. Here is how they work and what the main types offer.
Everything You Need to Know About Wireless Lavalier Microphone for Iphone
A guide to lavalier microphones: features, types, buying advice and practical use for public speaking and video work.
The Ultimate Guide to Arturia Audio Interface
Arturia audio interfaces prioritise software integration and thoughtful design for modern producers. Built by synthesizer experts, these interfaces excel in software-centric studios and electronic mus...
Numark Company for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Feeling a bit unsure where to start? Take a breath — here's the gentle, step-by-step way into your first Numark setup.
Sony Headphones: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Getting the right pair from a broad range means knowing what you actually need. Here's a practical guide covering use case, format, budget and what to look for at each price tier.
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A clear look at what the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is, how its two inputs work, and how the 4th Generation compares with earlier models.
The Complete Guide to Rcf Powered Monitors
RCF powered monitors deliver professional-grade stage monitoring with built-in amplification, compact design and reliable performance. Discover why touring musicians trust RCF systems.
Mpc Sample: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Is the Akai MPC Sample worth your money? Here's what to check before you buy, and where it fits next to Akai's bigger standalone units.
Mic to Xlr: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A clear, honest buying checklist covering what to plug into, whether you need phantom power, and which adapters actually do their job.
Handheld Microphone Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Dynamic or condenser, wired or wireless, cardioid or supercardioid: a complete explanation of the handheld microphone format and the choices it involves.
Presonus Eris 3.5 Explained: Features, Types and Tips
The PreSonus Eris 3.5 is an active near-field monitor pair designed for home studio use. Here is what the specifications mean, what the monitors do well and where they are limited.
Denon Dj: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Mobile DJ, club installer or bedroom producer? Here's how to actually match a Denon DJ system to the gigs you're doing, not the spec sheet.
Shure Microphone for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Getting a useful result from a Shure microphone on day one is genuinely achievable. Here is everything a beginner needs to know to start recording well.
Garageband: A Complete Buyer's Guide
GarageBand is free — the real decisions are when to upgrade to Logic Pro, what hardware to pair with it, and which free plugins to add.
How to Set Up and Use Adam Audio T7v
Correct placement and setup are as important as the monitor itself. Here is how to go from unboxing to accurate monitoring in a few steps.
Boom Microphones Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A boom microphone isn't a type of microphone at all — it's how one is mounted. Here's everything that follows from that one fact.
The Complete Guide to Two Channel Mixer
A two channel mixer combines audio from two sources with simple, portable control. Perfect for podcasting, busking, small venues, and home recording—discover how to choose and set up your mixer.
Common Serum Mistakes to Avoid
I have made every one of these Serum mistakes myself. Here are nine of the most common, why they happen, and the quick fix for each.
Common Pop Filter Mistakes to Avoid
A pop filter positioned incorrectly, aimed at the wrong angle or expected to fix the wrong problem won't help. Here are the seven most common errors and how to correct them.
What Daniel Cooper covers
Bass Preamp
Bass preamps shape tone, gain and output for live use, recording and pedalboard-based rigs.
2 topics
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.
