Home Studio
Everything published on Viyolens under Home Studio — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Electric Drum Set: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The number of onboard sounds tells you almost nothing. Here's what to actually test, check and budget for before buying an electric drum set.
Common Genelec Mistakes to Avoid
Most Genelec problems are habits, not hardware faults. Here's what actually trips people up, and the simple fix for each one.
Audio Technica At2020: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying the AT2020 is simple if you know what version fits your setup and what supporting kit you actually need alongside it.
Two Channel Mixer for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Getting started with a two channel mixer doesn't have to be intimidating. This beginner-friendly guide walks you through the essentials, from understanding basic controls to avoiding common pitfalls.
Mixer For Studio for Beginners: A Complete Guide
New to home studio mixing? This beginner guide explains what a mixer does, how many channels you need, USB versus analog options, and essential features to start recording quality audio.
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A practical look at which generation, bundle and price point actually suits your recording, and when to look elsewhere.
8 Inch Studio Monitors: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Eight-inch studio monitors offer an excellent balance of accurate monitoring and practical desk-space requirements. This buying guide helps you select 8-inch studio monitors delivering genuine value f...
Genelec Speakers: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The Best Uads for the Money
No single 'best' UAD plug-in exists, so here's how to spend wisely at every budget tier, and exactly where most people waste their money.
Lewitt Microphone for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Setting up a Lewitt condenser for the first time covers four steps — connection, phantom power, gain and position — this guide walks through each one.
How to Set Up and Use Antares Autotune
Getting pitch correction running properly takes about ten minutes if you know the steps — here is the full process from installation to your first session.
The Complete Guide to Microphones For Singing Recording
The right microphone for singing recording captures your voice with clarity and character. Understand microphone types, frequency response, and polar patterns to find the perfect fit for your home stu...
The Best Akai Mpk Minis for the Money
Three genuinely distinct tiers, each built for a different kind of player: here's where the real value sits in each.
Presonus Eris 3.5: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The PreSonus Eris 3.5 suits specific home studio requirements well. This guide helps you decide whether it matches your needs or whether a different monitor would serve you better.
The Complete Guide to Mic Shock Mount
A mic shock mount isolates your microphone from vibrations and handling noise, delivering noticeably cleaner recordings with reduced rumble and structural noise.
Patchbay Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A routing panel turns a fixed-wired studio into a flexible signal system — this explains how normalling works, the main connector formats, and what a well-designed setup looks like.
The Complete Guide to Audio Interfaces For Mac
Audio interfaces for Mac enable professional recording and music production on Apple computers. Explore the best options, key features, and how to choose the right interface for your needs.
The Complete Guide to Music Production Machine
A music production machine is the integrated system of hardware and software that enables modern music creation. From computers and audio interfaces to DAWs and plugins, discover how to build and opti...
Shock Mount for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A shock mount isolates your microphone from stand vibration — this beginner's guide covers what to buy, how to set it up correctly and what goes wrong.
Common Sound Proof Panels Mistakes to Avoid
Most disappointing results with sound proof panels come from a handful of avoidable mistakes, not the products themselves. Here they are.
Common Reaper Mistakes to Avoid
Unconfigured shortcuts, linear routing assumptions and missed headroom management account for most production problems in this DAW — here is how to avoid them from the start.
The Complete Guide to Digital Piano Stands
A digital piano stand provides proper height, stability, and aesthetics for your keyboard. Discover what to look for in a stand and how to choose one that enhances your playing experience.
The Ultimate Guide to Rode Nt1a
The Rode NT1-A has been a home-studio staple for years. Here's what it is, how it works, what it actually sounds like, and where it fits.
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Akai Mpk Mini
The akai mpk mini is a compact controller keyboard for beat making, software control and portable studio work.
Arturia Minilab 3
Arturia MiniLab 3 is a compact MIDI controller for software instruments, beatmaking and portable music production.
Behringer
Behringer offers accessible keyboard and synth gear with hands-on control, value and studio-friendly creative features.
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Console Digital Piano
Console digital pianos offer an upright-style look with piano-like touch, built-in speakers and practical features for h...
Keyboard Stand
Find a reliable keyboard stand for home practice, studio work and live performance with the right level of support.
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MIDI Keyboard
Compact or full-size controllers for software instruments, hardware synths and production workflows in studio or live se...
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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.
