Astro A50 wireless headphones are one of the more popular headsets in the gaming community. They promise absolute immersions and impeccable sound. Pricey, but a lot of gamers will argue they are worth it. What I think makes them special is that you don’t need an expensive sound card to get amazing audio with these … Read more
“Siri, play ‘We Didn’t Start the Fire.” “Okay, calling the fire department.” “Siri, what does the fox say?” “Fraka-kaka-kaka-kaka-kow!” “Siri, what’s the meaning of life?” “42.” As you can see, conversations with Siri can get very… interesting. Let’s be honest–it’s a bit creepy that you have this creature constantly with you, listening to every word … Read more
When working with audio interfaces (or external sound cards), problems with crackling are some common concerns. Typically, we hear things like crackles, whether recording with a mic or listening. If you too are experiencing this kind of noise with your external sound card (for example, your Focusrite 2i2), don’t worry: it is not faulty, but … Read more
How to use an audio compressor? You’ve undoubtedly heard of dynamic compression: it’s an essential effect for mixing, just like EQ. But do you really know what audio compression is for? Do you know how to adjust the attack, release, threshold, or ratio parameters on your plugins? Maybe not, and that’s normal: it’s a fairly complex subject. The problem … Read more
Being a music fan can mean a lot of things. It can be that you appreciate a good song or know the specifics of music production that render something great. It can also mean knowing what makes a great audio setup. Any true fan of music will tell you that to really get the most … Read more
Perhaps you’re an audiophile wanting to get more out of your sound system. Or, you’re a beginner who wants to learn the fundamentals of headphone jack sizes. Regardless of what stage you’re in, this guide was made to help you. By the end, you’ll get a clear understanding of how headphone jacks work and how … Read more
Having a good outdoor sound system is every music aficionado’s dream. However, it requires a lot of time and research to find one that works best for your specific needs. We’re here to help remove the guesswork in speaker wires so you can build a great outdoor sound system. What are outdoor speaker wires? Why … Read more
Are you trying to get the most out of your home studio? While you could use your headphones, there’s a lot more by connecting a mixer to an amplifier diagram. And in this guide, we’ll give you the critical information needed to use them both successfully. What is an Amplifier? Before we can … Read more
There is nothing more annoying than having your microphone pick up the background noise. Whether you’re a gamer or a professional that wants a successful Zoom meeting, eliminating the keyboard sound from your video or audio recordings is a timeless process. Let’s look at how to stop the mic from picking up the keyboard. … Read more
Are you playing games with friends or getting ready for your next conference call? Mic monitoring gives you the ability to control the volume of your voice without causing a nuisance to the others in the call. But how does it work? We’ll explain that to you. Throughout this post, we’ll show you how to … Read more