Studio Recording
Everything published on Viyolens under Studio Recording — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
The Ultimate Guide to Audio Technica Mic At2020
The AT2020 is an affordable, detail-rich studio condenser microphone ideal for home studios and podcasting. Learn its strengths, limitations and how to get the best results.
Microphone And Arm: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A quality microphone and arm keeps your mic stable and comfortable during long recording sessions. Learn what features matter and how to avoid drooping.
Reamp Box Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A reamp box converts a balanced line-level signal back to instrument level so a recorded dry track can be run through an amplifier or pedal chain at any time.
Mic Stand Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A mic stand seems simple, but the choice of type and build quality affects every session — here's everything you need to know.
The Best Mic Stands for the Money
Price is a poor guide in the mic stand market — here's what is actually reliable across different budgets and use cases.
Tube Microphones: A Complete Guide
Tube microphones deliver warm, musical character and exceptional clarity prized in professional studios. Explore valve technology, selection, and application for superior recordings.
Microphone Stand: A Complete Buyer's Guide
How to buy the right microphone stand for the job, from working out the real load to checking the clutch and thread size.
Sennheiser Microphone Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Dynamic, condenser, shotgun, USB or wireless — here's what the Sennheiser range actually covers and how the main families differ.
The Best Monitor Stands for the Money
These monitor stands offer the best combination of isolation, stability, and build quality at each budget level, from desktop decoupling through professional floor-standing designs.
Sennheiser Microphone: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Work out the job first, the connection second, and only then compare models — here's how to actually buy the right one.
The Complete Guide to Gibson Acoustic Electric Guitar
Gibson acoustic electric guitars combine nearly 150 years of craftsmanship with sophisticated amplification, delivering rich, warm tone and professional reliability across intimate venues and recordin...
The Complete Guide to Pro Junior Amp
The Pro Junior amp delivers genuine tube warmth in a compact, portable design perfect for recording and live performance. Experience responsive valve breakup from a hand-wired circuit that working mus...
Common Shure Mistakes to Avoid
Most of the complaints I hear about Shure gear turn out not to be the microphone's fault at all. Here's what's actually going wrong.
Common Singing Mic Mistakes to Avoid
Plenty of feedback and tone problems get blamed on the microphone when it's really technique or setup. Here are the mistakes I see most often.
The Complete Guide to Shure Wireless Mic Receiver
A Shure wireless mic receiver is the foundation of freedom in live performance. Discover what makes them the industry standard and how to choose the right system for your venue.
Common Boundary Microphone Mistakes to Avoid
A boundary microphone produces poor results for very specific, identifiable reasons. Knowing the common mistakes before you set one up saves hours of troubleshooting later.
The Ultimate Guide to 500 Series Rack
The 500 series format makes professional-grade signal processing genuinely accessible — this guide explains how the chassis and modules work together and what to look for in each.
The Complete Guide to Beyerdynamic Mics
Beyerdynamic microphones are trusted in professional studios and live venues worldwide. Explore the brand's reliable, accurate mics for recording and performance.
Everything You Need to Know About Overhead Microphone
An overhead microphone captures ambience and cymbal detail that close microphones miss. This guide covers placement strategy, microphone selection, and technique for drums, piano, and ensemble recordi...
Everything You Need to Know About Singing Mic
There's no single best singing mic — only the right one for your voice, room and situation. Here's how dynamic, condenser and ribbon mics actually differ.
Rackmount Audio Mixer for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Stepping into rackmount audio mixers as a beginner feels intimidating, but modern mixers are logical instruments designed by people solving real problems.
The Complete Guide to Gretsch Drum Company
The Gretsch Drum Company has shaped percussion history since 1883. Learn about its iconic USA Custom kits, distinctive tonal character, and enduring influence on jazz, rock, and studio recording.
The Complete Guide to Focusrite One
The Focusrite One is a flagship compact audio interface combining transparent preamps, pristine converters and professional build quality. Designed for serious recording work, it prioritises sonic exc...
The Complete Guide to Microphone And Arm
A microphone and arm combination is essential for any recording studio, providing precise positioning and flexibility for vocals, podcasts, and dialogue recording.
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British Drum Co Drum Kit
Acoustic drum kits designed for UK players seeking dependable build, strong tone and a versatile setup for live or studi...
Dictaphone
Record voice notes, lyric ideas and quick demos with a portable dictaphone for simple studio and mobile use.
Kick Drum
Kick drums provide the low-end pulse of the kit, with sizes and tuning options suited to everything from jazz to rock.
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Markbass Bass Amp
A Markbass bass amp delivers clear, punchy low end with portable design and reliable performance for bassists.
Marshall Headphones
Stylish everyday headphones for travel, home listening and music enjoyment.
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Mic Stand
Shop mic stands for stable microphone placement in recording sessions, rehearsals and live performance.
Monitor Stands
Place studio speakers at the right height and reduce resonance with sturdy monitor stands.
XLR Cable
Professional XLR cables for clean, balanced microphone and studio connections in home and commercial recording setups.
