Recording Gear
Everything published on Viyolens under Recording Gear — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Podcast Mixing Board: A Complete Guide
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.
Solid State Logic Plugins: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A practical buying guide for SSL plugins. Understand editions, pricing, compatibility, and CPU requirements to make the right purchase for your studio.
Active Monitor: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A handful of genuinely important decisions and a lot of noise you can ignore — here's how to actually choose an active monitor.
The Complete Guide to Gibson Electro Acoustic Guitars
Gibson's electro acoustic guitars combine professional amplification with the heritage craftsmanship the brand is famous for. Discover the key models, understand what makes Gibson special, and find th...
Active Monitor for Beginners: A Complete Guide
No jargon overload, just the stuff that actually matters on day one with your first active monitor setup.
The Best Microphone Stands for the Money
There's no single best microphone stand, just the right type for the job. Here's how to match one to your scenario.
Condenser Microphone Explained: Features, Types and Tips
The condenser microphone is the gold standard of studio recording—sensitive, transparent and built on elegant electrostatic science. Here's how they work, what specs matter, and why studios everywhere...
Common Active Monitor Mistakes to Avoid
An active monitor is hard to get badly wrong at a basic level, but these habits quietly sabotage accuracy. Here's what to watch for.
Microphone Reviews for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Microphone reviews use technical language that confuses beginners. This guide teaches you to interpret specifications, identify bias, understand frequency response, and choose based on actual needs.
Sennheiser Mics: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A practical buyer's guide to Sennheiser microphones—compare models, understand price tiers, and choose the right microphone for live sound or recording.
Mic Acoustic Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing the right microphone can transform your acoustic guitar sound. This buying guide cuts through the confusion and focuses on exactly what matters—from mic types to specs to price tiers.
The Complete Guide to Taylor Electric Acoustic
Taylor electric acoustic guitars combine authentic acoustic tone with integrated amplification for live performance and recording flexibility.
The Complete Guide to Amplifier Fender Mustang
Fender Mustang amplifiers combine digital modelling versatility with user-friendly design and exceptional value. Whether you practice quietly at home or gig professionally, understanding Mustang model...
Microphone Stand Explained: Features, Types and Tips
What a microphone stand actually does, the main types available, and the specs worth checking before you buy one.
Solid State Logic Desk: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A comprehensive buying guide for Solid State Logic mixing desks, covering models, specifications, budget considerations, and purchasing pitfalls.
Microphone Stand for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A friendly introduction to microphone stands for anyone setting one up for the very first time.
The Complete Guide to Headset Jack Converter
Mismatched connectors are common in studios and live rigs. A quality jack converter solves compatibility issues instantly. Discover passive adapters, active converters and how to choose one for your e...
The Complete Guide to Boss Amplifier
Boss amplifiers combine digital versatility with portable reliability. Discover amp modelling, effects integration, and why musicians trust Boss amps for practice, recording, and gigs.
Wireless Studio Headphones: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying wireless studio headphones presents a trade-off between convenience and accuracy. This guide shows you which specs matter, what latency means for tracking, and how to choose headphones that won...
Lapel Wireless Mic: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Purchasing a lapel wireless mic requires understanding frequencies, specs, and price tiers. This buying guide shows you what matters, which compromises to avoid, and how to match systems to your actua...
The Complete Guide to Laney Bass Amp
Laney bass amplifiers represent a trusted choice for musicians seeking reliable, powerful amplification tailored specifically for the low frequencies that define bass guitar performance.
The Complete Guide to Bass Amplifier Head
A quality bass amplifier head delivers the power and tone definition that modern bass playing demands. Discover tube, hybrid and solid-state options 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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Condenser Microphone
Detailed studio microphone for vocals, instruments and high-quality recording across many sources.
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Dynamic Microphone
Dynamic microphone options for robust, versatile recording of vocals and loud instruments.
Lewitt Microphone
Clear, modern microphones for vocals, instruments and home or professional studio recording.
Microphone Stand
Find microphone stands for stable, accurate mic placement in home studios, rehearsal spaces and live setups.
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Reamp Box
Reamp box solutions for sending recorded guitar and bass signals back through amps, pedals and outboard gear.
Roland Audio Interface
Choose a Roland audio interface for reliable recording, monitoring and music production in home or project studios.
Shock Mount
Keep recordings clean and stable with a shock mount that reduces vibration and handling noise.
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