Microphones
Everything published on Viyolens under Microphones — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
The Complete Guide to Large Diaphragm Condenser Mic
Large diaphragm condenser mics are the industry standard for professional vocal and acoustic recording. Learn what makes them ideal for studio use.
The Complete Guide to Austrian Audio
Austrian Audio represents the finest in Viennese microphone engineering, producing professional condenser and ribbon microphones for discerning recording professionals worldwide.
The Complete Guide to Singing Microphone Headset
A singing microphone headset keeps your hands free whilst capturing vocals with precision and minimal background noise. Discover the essential features, common applications, and how to select the perf...
The Complete Guide to Karaoke Microphones
Quality karaoke microphones enhance any performance with vocal clarity and presence. Explore the different types, key features and how to choose karaoke microphones for your specific needs.
The Complete Guide to Microphone Boom Stands
A quality microphone boom stand is essential recording studio equipment that allows precise microphone positioning without handheld support, improving recording quality and workflow efficiency.
Sennheiser Microphone for Beginners: A Complete Guide
You won't break it. A calm, step-by-step start with your first proper microphone — gain, placement, and the terms actually worth knowing.
Microphone And Amplifier: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Microphone and amplifier quality are inseparable. Choosing them wisely as a pair ensures you don't waste money by pairing brilliant gear with mediocre components.
Podcasting Kit for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Starting a podcast is simple with the right equipment. This guide covers essential podcasting kit components, recording, editing, and publishing your first episode.
Mic And Mixer for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Home recording doesn't require professional-grade gear. This beginner-friendly guide shows you the simplest way to set up a mic and mixer, plus common pitfalls to avoid.
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 Complete Guide to Guitar Microphone Amplifier
A guitar microphone amplifier keeps your acoustic's natural tone intact without the cable and colour-shift of a pickup. Here's how to set one up properly — placement, microphone choice, feedback preve...
Warm Audio: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Learn which Warm Audio microphone suits your needs, understand key specifications, navigate price tiers, and avoid purchasing mistakes.
Case Mic for Beginners: A Complete Guide
New to home recording? Learn how to get started with case microphones. Discover microphone placement, phantom power, recording technique, common mistakes, and how to capture professional-quality instr...
The Complete Guide to Head Mic
A head mic offers hands-free, consistent sound capture for bass guitarists in live and studio settings. Discover the different types, advantages and how to choose the perfect head mic for your needs.
The Complete Guide to Electro Voice Company
Electro-Voice is a premier professional audio manufacturer trusted by touring artists, broadcasters, and venue professionals worldwide. Learn about their legendary products and reputation.
The Complete Guide to Akg Mics
AKG microphones have defined professional audio recording for decades. From the legendary C414 condenser to the industry-standard D112 kick mic, discover which AKG mic suits your studio or live sound...
Mic A Snare Drum: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Shopping for a snare microphone? This guide covers the specs that matter: SPL handling, pickup pattern, frequency response, and common mistakes that result in poor recordings.
The Complete Guide to Podcast Mics
Quality podcast mics are essential for creating professional audio content. Explore different types of podcast mics, key features to prioritize and how to set up your podcast mic for optimal sound.
The Complete Guide to Headphones Microphone Wireless
Wireless headphone microphones free performers and recording professionals from cable constraints. Discover what features matter for your needs.
Drum Microphone for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A beginner's guide to drum microphone recording: starting with overheads and a kick mic, positioning techniques, gain settings and what to expect from your first session.
Large Diaphragm Condenser Mic: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying a large diaphragm condenser microphone requires understanding specifications, phantom power requirements, price tiers, and matching the microphone to your actual recording needs.
Sennheiser Mics for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Sennheiser mics are trusted for reliability and sound quality. This beginner's guide explains the basics and helps you choose your first microphone.
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Audio Technica At2020
A popular first condenser mic for UK home studios, ideal for vocals, podcasts and detailed recording.
Drum Microphone
Drum microphone options for capturing kick, snare, toms and full kit recordings.
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Handheld Wireless Mic
Handheld wireless mic systems for vocals, speech and events. Enjoy freedom of movement with clear, reliable transmission...
Kick Drum Mic
Kick drum mics capture punch, low end and attack for recorded drums. Suitable for home studios, project rooms and profes...
Podcast Equipment
Podcast equipment for clear voice recording, from simple home setups to more advanced podcast production workflows.
Sennheiser Microphone
A dependable microphone choice for vocals, instruments and speech in home, broadcast and studio settings.
Shure Microphone
Reliable Shure microphones for vocals, recording and live use, chosen for durability, clarity and proven studio performa...
Valve Preamp
Valve-powered preamps for adding warmth, gain and character to vocals, instruments and studio recordings.