Home Studio
Everything published on Viyolens under Home Studio — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
The Complete Guide to Electronic Drum Set Yamaha
Yamaha electronic drum sets offer the perfect blend of authentic sound, responsive triggering, and reliability. Discover why musicians worldwide trust Yamaha for their electronic drum set needs.
Common Trs Jack Cable Mistakes to Avoid
I've traced more mystery hums and dead channels back to a wrongly chosen TRS cable than I'd like to admit. Here's what actually goes wrong.
Ribbon Microphone for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Ribbon microphones have a reputation for being fragile and mysterious. That reputation is mostly outdated. Understand a few key principles first, and you will be fine.
Native Instruments Midi Keyboard for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A Native Instruments MIDI keyboard opens the door to music production. This beginner's guide covers setup, basic controls, and how to make your first sounds without confusion.
Bass Amp Sim for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Bass amp sim technology is easier to use than you think. This beginner's guide shows you how to record better bass tones, what to tweak and what to leave alone.
Pro Tools: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Four editions, two purchase models and a hardware minefield — here's how to work out exactly which Pro Tools set-up is worth your money.
Audio Interface Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Your laptop's built-in soundcard was never designed for recording — an audio interface is the upgrade that changes everything. Here's how it works and what to look for.
Rode: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying a microphone isn't about finding the "best" one in the abstract — it's about matching a specific model to your source and your room. Here's how.
All in One Dj Lighting System: A Complete Guide
All in one DJ systems combine decks, mixer and effects into a single device—perfect for DJs starting out or playing mobile gigs without the complexity of separate components.
The Complete Guide to Warm Audio
Warm Audio manufactures professional-grade microphones at fair prices—the WA-47 large-diaphragm condenser, WA-51 small-diaphragm, and tube options that deliver genuine quality without premium markup....
Common Yamaha Hs8 Mistakes to Avoid
The habits and setup slip-ups that quietly undersell a perfectly good Yamaha HS8 — and the simple fixes for each one.
The Best Midi Controllers for the Money
No invented shoot-outs here, just an honest look at what each price tier of MIDI controller genuinely gets you, and where you'd be overspending.
The Complete Guide to Speakers For Studio
Quality speakers for studio are your window into what recordings actually sound like—they reveal problems and ensure mixes translate accurately to professional-quality sound.
Aston Microphone for Beginners: A Complete Guide
For most beginners, the Origin is the right starting model. This guide covers everything you need to connect it, set the gain correctly, position it and record a clean take in a home environment.
The Best Studio Racks for the Money
Value in rack enclosures comes from threaded strips, adequate depth, solid construction and sensible sizing — this guide identifies what separates good value from poor.
500 Series Rack for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Once you understand how power and audio flow through the chassis, the 500 series format becomes very straightforward — this guide walks through setup from the first power-on to a working recording cha...
Neumann Studio Speakers for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Discover whether Neumann studio speakers fit your beginner recording setup, how to place them correctly, and whether professional monitoring accelerates your learning.
Audio Technica Microphone for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A step-by-step guide to setting up your first condenser microphone — covering XLR vs USB, phantom power, placement, gain and common first-session issues.
Steinberg: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Cubase alone comes in three editions, before you've even looked at Nuendo or Dorico. Here's how to buy the right Steinberg product without overpaying.
Everything You Need to Know About Roland Edirol Audio Interface
A Roland audio interface converts sound into digital data for home recording. Understand latency, I/O options, driver stability, and how to choose the right model.
The Ultimate Guide to Active Monitor
Active, powered, true active — the terms get used loosely. Here's what actually separates them, and what matters once the speakers are on your desk.
The Complete Guide to Uad Audio Interfaces
UAD audio interfaces combine professional-grade hardware with integrated DSP processing, offering zero-latency monitoring and access to premium plugin tools.
Guitar Stand Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A guitar stand keeps your instrument safe, accessible and ready to play — but not all stands are equal. Here's everything you need to know about types, features and how to use one properly.
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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.
