Recording Equipment
Everything published on Viyolens under Recording Equipment — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Analog Mixing Console for Beginners: A Complete Guide
An analog mixing console looks complex at first, but it operates on simple principles. This beginner's guide walks you through the essentials: gain, faders, and basic EQ. Start mixing real tracks quic...
Audio Technica With Mic for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Audio-Technica microphones are the gold standard for home recording beginners. This guide explains why, helps you choose the right model, and shows you how to record professionally from day one.
The Complete Guide to Mic Preamps
Microphone preamps are the critical first stage in any recording chain. Discover what they do, how different types compare, and how to choose one that transforms your recordings.
Mic Shock Mount for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Using a mic shock mount represents your first step toward professional-quality home recording.
Mackie Studio Monitors: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Mackie offers professional-grade studio monitors at accessible prices. This buying guide helps you choose the right model by understanding specifications, matching size to room, and avoiding pitfalls.
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.
Monitor Stands Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Monitor stands position studio speakers at the correct ear height, decouple them from resonant surfaces, and improve stereo imaging. Here is how they work and what the main types offer.
The Ultimate Guide to Arturia Audio Interface
Arturia audio interfaces prioritise software integration and thoughtful design for modern producers. Built by synthesizer experts, these interfaces excel in software-centric studios and electronic mus...
Antenna Distribution for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Antenna distribution might sound technical, but it's straightforward: multiple strategically-placed antennae give you stronger, more reliable wireless microphone signals. This beginner's guide walks y...
The Complete Guide to Sennheiser Mics
Sennheiser mics represent over 80 years of German engineering excellence and acoustic innovation. Professional studios, concert venues, and broadcasters worldwide rely on Sennheiser mics for their exc...
The Complete Guide to Boss Multi Effects
Boss multi effects offer professional-quality tone-shaping at affordable prices. Discover which model suits your playing style and how to choose.
The Complete Guide to Mixer Audio Mic
Audio mixers and microphones are essential for professional recording, live performance and podcasting. Understand how they work together, proper gain staging techniques and selecting the right equipm...
Presonus Eris 3.5 Explained: Features, Types and Tips
The PreSonus Eris 3.5 is an active near-field monitor pair designed for home studio use. Here is what the specifications mean, what the monitors do well and where they are limited.
The Complete Guide to 8 Channel Mixing Console
An 8 channel mixing console offers practical capability for recording, live sound, and podcasting. Discover what to look for in a mixer and how to choose the right one for your setup.
8 Channel Mixing Console: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing the right 8 channel mixing console means knowing which specs matter and where the value sits at each price point.
The Ultimate Guide to Austrian Audio Microphone
Austrian Audio microphones deliver transparent, accurate recording for professional studios. Engineering precision meets affordable pricing—find the right model for vocals, drums, instruments and room...
Bluetooth Monitors: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing Bluetooth studio monitors requires understanding specs that matter for mixing. This guide covers latency, frequency response, price tiers, connectivity options, and how to evaluate monitors f...
The Complete Guide to Fender Pro Junior Amplifier
The Fender Pro Junior delivers authentic 15-watt tube amplification in a compact combo format. A masterclass in practical valve tone, ideal for studio, bedroom, and small-venue applications.
The Complete Guide to Usb Mixer Audio
A USB mixer bridges your instruments to your computer, handling mixing, effects, and USB audio conversion. Discover what features matter and how to choose wisely.
The Complete Guide to Acoustic Pick Up
An acoustic pickup captures your guitar's natural tone and transforms it into an amplified signal—essential for live performance, recording and ensuring acoustic presence in band mixes.
The Complete Guide to Speaker For Mic
The right speaker for mics reveals exactly what your microphone captures. Explore studio monitors, placement strategies, and how to select accurate speakers for your microphone work.
The Best U 87 Neumanns for the Money
There's no single best one, just the best route for your situation. Here's how buying new, going vintage or simply renting actually compares.
The Complete Guide to Headphone Amp Behringer
Behringer headphone amplifiers deliver budget-friendly professional monitoring solutions. Discover which models suit your studio, how they perform, and practical setup advice.
A Complete Guide to Audio Interface Reviews
Quality audio interface reviews help producers and musicians make informed decisions about recording equipment. Learn how to assess these reviews critically and find the best interface for your needs.
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Audio Interface
Audio interfaces connect mics, instruments and monitors to your computer for recording, playback and mixing.
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Bass DI Box
Bass DI boxes send a clean signal to desks or interfaces, making them essential for live and studio use.
Electro Acoustic Ukulele
Electro acoustic ukuleles offer easy playability, natural tone and convenient amplification for live and studio use.
Hartke Bass Amp
Bass amplifiers known for punchy low end, clear definition and dependable performance in rehearsal, studio and live use.
Mic Stand
Shop mic stands for stable microphone placement in recording sessions, rehearsals and live performance.
Monitor Speakers
Choose monitor speakers for accurate playback, mixing and editing in home studios and professional rooms.
Monitor Stands
Place studio speakers at the right height and reduce resonance with sturdy monitor stands.
Tape Delay Pedal
Tape delay pedals add warm vintage echo, rhythmic repeats and spacious character for UK guitarists and producers.
