Studio Equipment
Everything published on Viyolens under Studio Equipment — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Microphone And Mixer: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Selecting microphone and mixer combinations requires thinking about how they work together rather than choosing components in isolation. This guide focuses on building cohesive recording systems.
Hifiman Headphones for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Starting your recording journey with HIFIMAN headphones? This beginner-friendly guide covers getting started, ear training, common pitfalls, and how to maximize your investment from day one.
Valve Preamp: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Shopping for a valve preamp? This guide explains how they work, different models, key specifications, pricing, and how to evaluate before buying.
Metering Plugin: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Professional mixing demands objective measurement alongside subjective listening. This guide helps you identify the metering plugin that reveals problems your speakers might hide.
The Complete Guide to Uad Interface
UAD interfaces combine authentic vintage emulations with real-time processing, providing professional-quality mastering and studio tools for home and professional studios.
The Complete Guide to 4 Channel Audio Mixer
A 4 channel audio mixer is the foundation of many home studios and small live setups. This guide covers everything you need to know to select, set up and use one effectively.
The Complete Guide to Music Interface
A music interface bridges your instruments and your production setup, whether you're recording, performing live, or making beats. Discover the types, specifications and how to choose the right one for...
The Complete Guide to Mic Stereo
Stereo microphones capture sound with spatial dimension, preserving the natural ambience of acoustic instruments and creating immersive recordings.
Drum Rack for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Drum racks look complex but are straightforward to assemble and configure. Here's how to build your first setup, step by step.
The Complete Guide to Ssl Audio Mixer
SSL audio mixers define the sound of professional recording. Discover how studios use SSL consoles, summing units, and emulations for mixing with the legendary SSL character.
The Ultimate Guide to Focusrite Clarett 8pre 18x20 Thunderbolt Audio Interface
A Thunderbolt audio interface delivers sub-millisecond latency and professional multichannel recording in a compact rackmount chassis. This guide explains the technology, key specifications, and when...
The Complete Guide to Keyboard Wooden Stand
A quality wooden keyboard stand is essential for secure playing support. Discover the key features, types and maintenance tips for finding the right stand for your instrument.
Active Speakers Jbl: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Selecting JBL active speakers requires understanding your room, power needs, and intended use. This guide covers frequency response, connectivity, acoustic treatment, and value considerations.
The Complete Guide to In Earbud Headphones
In-earbud headphones deliver portable, high-quality audio perfect for musicians, producers and music enthusiasts who need reliable sound on the move.
Big Knob Studio Mackie: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Discover whether the Big Knob Studio Mackie fits your studio setup, learn the key specs that matter, and get expert buying advice to choose the right monitor controller.
8 Channel Mixing Console for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A beginner's guide to 8-channel mixing consoles, covering basic layout, setup, channel controls, your first mixing session, and common mistakes to avoid.
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.
Hercules Guitar Mount: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Learn what makes a quality Hercules guitar mount and how to choose the right model for your needs, budget, and guitar specifications.
The Complete Guide to Focusrite Control
Focusrite Control is a hardware mixer and control surface that brings hands-on mixing to your studio, combining physical faders and encoders with professional audio software.
The Complete Guide to Desktop Monitor Controller
A desktop monitor controller provides immediate volume control, input switching and metering for your studio monitors. Essential for efficient recording and mixing workflow, these devices sit between...
The Complete Guide to Boss Guitar Pedal Tuner
Boss guitar pedal tuners are the professional standard for hands-free, silent tuning on stage and in the studio. Discover models, features, and why every guitarist needs one.
The Complete Guide to Synth Rack Mount
Synth rack mount systems bring powerful synthesis into compact 19-inch rackmount format. Explore how they work, why producers and performers choose them, and which options suit your needs.
The Complete Guide to Wireless Earbud Monitors
Wireless earbud monitors provide personalised audio mixes to performers during live shows, enabling confident performance and precise ensemble timing without cable encumbrance.
The Complete Guide to Usb Condenser Microphone
USB condenser microphones provide professional-quality audio capture without complex equipment, making quality recording accessible to anyone with a computer.
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1x12 Combo Amp
Portable all-in-one amp and speaker combo for rehearsals, recording and live guitar use.
Bass DI Box
Bass DI boxes send a clean signal to desks or interfaces, making them essential for live and studio use.
Mic Stand
Shop mic stands for stable microphone placement in recording sessions, rehearsals and live performance.
Patchbay
Organise outboard gear, interfaces and effects with a patchbay for faster, cleaner studio routing.
Presonus Audio Interface
Presonus audio interface options for recording vocals, instruments and monitoring with an easy studio workflow.
Studio Rack
Keep outboard gear organised and accessible with a studio rack for modern recording setups.
Thunderbolt Audio Interface
High-speed interfaces for low-latency recording, monitoring and multitrack studio work.
USB Audio Interface
Popular computer recording hardware for vocals, instruments and podcasting with easy setup and broad compatibility.
