Recording Gear
Everything published on Viyolens under Recording Gear — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
The Complete Guide to Mic With Boom Stand
A mic with boom stand provides flexible microphone positioning for studio recording and live performance. Discover how to choose and set up the right equipment.
The Complete Guide to Audio Recorder Digital
Digital audio recorders deliver studio-quality sound in pocket-sized portability—ideal for podcasts, field recording, interviews, and music capture.
Everything You Need to Know About Mackie Mixer Board
A Mackie mixer combines professional quality, reliable performance, and affordability, making it the choice of studios and live sound engineers worldwide.
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.
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.
Bass Di Box: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A quality bass DI box preserves your tone on long cable runs and eliminates ground hum. This buying guide covers the specs that matter and common mistakes to avoid.
The Best Active Monitors for the Money
It's less about one magic model and more about matching the right tier to your room. Here's how active monitor value actually breaks down.
A Guide to Lewitt Microphone
Lewitt's microphone range covers condenser and dynamic models from entry-level to professional, all engineered for low noise and accurate frequency response.
Shock Mount: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The right isolation mount matches your microphone's diameter and weight — this guide covers every factor worth checking before you buy.
Stereo Microphone: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying a stereo microphone doesn't have to be overwhelming. This buyer's guide covers the specifications that matter, common mistakes to avoid, and how to choose the right microphone for your recordin...
The Complete Guide to Focusrite Controller
Focusrite controllers bridge your software DAW and hardware interface with dedicated controls for monitoring, input gain, and headphone mixing. These controllers streamline recording workflow and redu...
The Complete Guide to Hercules Microphone Stand
A Hercules microphone stand combines professional-grade engineering with reliability, delivering the stable microphone support that recording and performing musicians depend on.
The Complete Guide to Acoustic Pickup
An acoustic pickup captures your guitar's authentic tone and lets you amplify it without a microphone. Discover different pickup types, installation options, and how to choose the right system for gig...
The Complete Guide to Behringer C2 Mic
The Behringer C2 is an affordable pencil condenser microphone trusted by professionals for instrument recording. Learn how this budget-friendly mic delivers professional results.
The Complete Guide to Mackie Audio Mixer
Mackie audio mixers are the backbone of countless studios and live venues. Discover what makes them special, which model suits your needs, and how to get the best from your mixer.
Bass Drum Microphone: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Selecting the right bass drum microphone requires understanding polar patterns, frequency response, and SPL ratings. This buying guide walks you through every specification that matters, common pitfal...
The Complete Guide to Krk Monitoring
KRK monitoring speakers provide flat, accurate frequency response for professional recording and mixing, trusted by studios and home producers worldwide.
The Complete Guide to Earthworks Mics
Earthworks mics represent the engineer's choice for accurate, transparent audio recording. Discover why professionals trust these microphones for critical studio and broadcast work.
The Complete Guide to Behringer Headphone Amplifier
Behringer headphone amplifiers deliver professional-grade amplification and monitoring control at realistic prices, making them compelling choices for studios and live performance.
Hercules Mic Stands: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Hercules mic stands have earned a reputation for rock-solid stability and longevity in professional studios and home setups alike. Knowing which model suits your needs ensures you get real value for y...
Common Microphone Stand Mistakes to Avoid
The honest list of mistakes most people make with a microphone stand at least once, and the simple habits that fix them.
The Complete Guide to Xlr Splitter
An XLR splitter distributes a single audio signal to multiple destinations, proving essential in professional recording studios and live sound applications.
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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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