Live Sound

Rcf Active Speaker / 24 Sep 2026 / Charlotte Bennett

Rcf Active Speaker for Beginners: A Complete Guide

New to sound reinforcement? Get practical guidance on using RCF active speakers, from initial setup to optimal placement and maintenance.

Fender Guitar Cable / 23 Sep 2026 / Rebecca Turner

The Complete Guide to Fender Guitar Cable

Fender guitar cables deliver reliable signal transmission with minimal noise and maximum durability. Understand construction, types and selection for your setup.

Stage Monitor / 22 Sep 2026 / Katie Anderson

Common Stage Monitor Mistakes to Avoid

Stage monitor problems are almost always avoidable. From asking for too much volume to positioning cabs badly, here are the most common errors and what to do instead.

Stage Monitoring / 18 Sep 2026 / Charlotte Bennett

Stage Monitoring for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Managing stage monitors for the first time? This beginner's guide covers setup basics, feedback prevention, common mistakes, and performer communication.

Allen and Heath / 16 Sep 2026 / James Harrison

Allen and Heath for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Never touched a mixing desk before? Here's the patient version — what Allen & Heath actually sells, in plain English, and where to sensibly start.

Qsc Audio Amp / 16 Sep 2026 / Charlotte Bennett

The Complete Guide to Qsc Audio Amp

QSC Audio amps deliver professional-grade, tour-ready amplification favoured by modern touring musicians. Discover their reliability, power efficiency and integration into modern rigs.

Stereo DI Box / 15 Sep 2026 / James Harrison

The Complete Guide to Stereo Di Box

A stereo DI box converts high-impedance instrument signals to balanced low-impedance outputs, essential for clean signal transmission in live sound and studio recording.

Kick Drum Mic / 14 Sep 2026 / Sophie Clarke

Kick Drum Mic: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Wireless Microphone / 13 Sep 2026 / Sophie Clarke

Wireless Microphone for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Pairing the transmitter, setting gain correctly and understanding RF signal strength are the foundations of reliable wireless operation — this guide covers all three.

Music Mixers / 9 Sep 2026 / Charlotte Bennett

The Complete Guide to Music Mixers

Music mixers blend multiple audio sources into a cohesive final mix, providing control over volume, tone, and effects that separate professional from amateur productions. Learn what features matter fo...

Record Player Mixer / 7 Sep 2026 / Charlotte Bennett

The Complete Guide to Record Player Mixer

A record player mixer lets DJs blend vinyl turntables with digital audio. Discover what makes quality models and how to set up your vinyl mixing system.

Earthworks Microphone / 7 Sep 2026 / Charlotte Bennett

Earthworks Microphone: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Learn how to select the right Earthworks microphone for your application. Compare models, understand specifications, evaluate live sound and studio options, and make informed purchasing decisions.

Allen and Heath / 5 Sep 2026 / Katie Anderson

Allen and Heath: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Buy the desk that fits the gig you actually do — here's how to choose the right Allen & Heath mixer without paying for scale you'll never use.

Mackie Mixing Console / 4 Sep 2026 / Charlotte Bennett

Mackie Mixing Console for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Your first time behind a Mackie mixing console can feel overwhelming, but it shouldn't. This guide removes the mystery and walks you through the essentials to build your confidence.

Yamaha Dm3 / 3 Sep 2026 / James Harrison

Yamaha Dm3 Explained: Features, Types and Tips

The Yamaha DM3 packs serious digital mixing into a compact, portable console. Here's what it does, how the two models differ, and whether it's the right desk for your gig.

Yamaha Dm3 / 31 Aug 2026 / Katie Anderson

The Best Yamaha Dm3s for the Money

The Yamaha DM3 series has two models at two price points. Here's which one is best value depending on how you actually plan to use it.

Portable PA System / 31 Aug 2026 / Charlotte Bennett

Portable Pa System: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Looking for a portable PA system? Learn what specs matter, how much power you actually need, and how to avoid overpaying.

XLR Snake / 28 Aug 2026 / Charlotte Bennett

Xlr Snake for Beginners: A Complete Guide

An XLR snake can look intimidating at first glance. Learn exactly how they work, why they're simpler than you think, and how to use one with confidence.

Mixer Mixing Console / 26 Aug 2026 / Charlotte Bennett

The Complete Guide to Mixer Mixing Console

A mixing console combines multiple audio inputs, processes and balances them, and routes the result to your audience. Master the fundamentals of audio mixing.

Acoustic Preamp Pedals / 26 Aug 2026 / Charlotte Bennett

Acoustic Preamp Pedals: A Complete Buyer's Guide

Choosing the right acoustic preamp pedals requires understanding feedback control, tone shaping, and connectivity options. This buying guide helps you select the perfect pedal.

Behringer Xr18 / 24 Aug 2026 / James Harrison

Behringer Xr18: A Complete Buyer's Guide

The Behringer XR18 is genuinely good value, but the real cost includes a tablet and a network plan. Here's what to check before you buy.

Rack Mount Mixing Console / 23 Aug 2026 / Charlotte Bennett

The Complete Guide to Rack Mount Mixing Console

Rack mount mixing consoles deliver professional audio control in compact, transportable formats. This guide covers types, features and how to choose the right console.

Smoke Machine / 22 Aug 2026 / Katie Anderson

Smoke Machine for Beginners: A Complete Guide

Setting one up correctly the first time is simple once you follow the steps in the right order. Here's exactly how, one step at a time.

Bose S1 Pro / 21 Aug 2026 / Charlotte Bennett

Bose S1 Pro: A Complete Buyer's Guide

The Bose S1 Pro is popular but not universal. This guide covers its strengths, genuine limitations, alternatives, and who should actually buy it.