Katie Anderson
Katie learned the ropes mixing bands in Southampton's pubs and clubs, a port city used to a steady churn of touring acts. Years behind the desk gave her a practical, no-nonsense understanding of how live sound actually works. She writes about PA, live sound and stage gear.
Cymbal Stand for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Hardware shouldn't be confusing. This beginner's guide walks you through exactly what a cymbal stand does, how to set it up properly, and what to look for when buying your first one.
The Best Speaker Wall Hangers for the Money
'Best' only means something once you know what you're mounting. Here's the strongest real pick for each situation you're likely to be in.
Yamaha Powered Pa Speakers: A Complete Guide
Yamaha PA speakers deliver professional-grade audio performance for live sound reinforcement. From compact portable systems to large-venue installations, Yamaha's reliable engineering makes them the s...
A Guide to Rode Mic
Rode mic can mean five very different products. Here's the plain-English guide to what each one does, and which suits which recording job.
Drum Pad Explained: Features, Types and Tips
From quiet practice pads to full sampling workstations, here's what a drum pad is, how it works, and which type actually suits the job you need it to do.
Rode Nt Usb Microphone: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Which version of the Rode NT-USB to buy, how it compares to the main competition, and what to check before committing at this price point.
The Ultimate Guide to Adam Audio T7v
The T7V is one of the most respected studio monitors at its price point. Here is everything you need to understand what it does and how to use it effectively.
Snare Drum for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Starting the snare drum requires correct stand setup, developing a natural stick rebound and learning to tune evenly — these three foundations unlock everything else.
The Ultimate Guide to Closed Back Headphones
Sealed ear cups make closed-back headphones the standard choice for tracking, monitoring and mobile production — here is what you need to know.
The Best Apogee Electronics for the Money
There's no single best Apogee Electronics interface — only the best one for what you actually record. Here's how the range splits by use case.
Rode Wireless Pro: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A calm, practical checklist for buying into this system, covering the details that cause regret after purchase rather than before.
The Best Sound Systems for the Money
No invented product tests — just an honest, tier-by-tier look at what entry-level, mid-range and professional sound systems actually offer for the money.
The Complete Guide to Speaker Stage
Proper speaker stage configuration delivers clear, impactful audio that engages audiences and ensures every listener experiences the performance optimally.
Earthworks Microphones Uk: A Complete Guide
Earthworks microphones are precision-engineered condensers trusted by professional studios, broadcast facilities, and touring sound systems for their accuracy and reliability.
The Best Monitor Controllers for the Money
The best-value monitor controller is the one that matches your setup — number of speakers, sources and headphone needs — without paying for features you will not use. Here are the recommendations at e...
A Guide to Alesis Drum Kit
Alesis makes electronic drum kits from beginner entry level to professional performance rigs. This guide explains what distinguishes each tier and what to look for.
Meze Headphones Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Meze Audio builds headphones around sculptural design, replaceable parts and a musical sound. From the accessible 99 Classics to the flagship Empyrean II, the range spans four distinct product familie...
A Complete Guide to Microphone Reviews
Microphone reviews cut through marketing speak to reveal what makes each model special—from studio condensers to live stage mics. Learn how to read reviews critically and make informed purchasing deci...
Speaker Wall Hangers: A Complete Buyer's Guide
It looks simple until you're stood in front of a shelf of near-identical brackets, all claiming to be 'universal.' They're not, not really.
Stage Lighting for Beginners: A Complete Guide
You don't need much to start with stage lighting. A beginner's guide to simple setups, essential concepts, and getting started with confidence.
Maracas Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Maracas look simple, but shell material, filling type, and wrist technique all shape the sound you get. Here is everything you need to know.
The Ultimate Guide to Allen and Heath Mixer
There isn't one Allen & Heath mixer — there's a whole ladder of them. Here's how the range actually fits together, family by family.
What Katie Anderson covers
Bass Preamp
Bass preamps shape tone, gain and output for live use, recording and pedalboard-based rigs.
2 topics
Drums & Percussion
The full family of drums and percussion — acoustic and electronic kits, hand drums, pitched mallet instruments, and ever...
118 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
Yamaha Dm3
Compact digital mixing for live sound, venues and rehearsal spaces. A yamaha dm3 offers modern control in a small format...
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.
