You can’t write a review of a 3rd gen Scarlett series interface without mentioning “Air” mode, and that’s for good reason. In the past, Focusrite has reserved “Air” for their higher-end line of audio interfaces, the Clarett series. Now 3rd generation Scarlett units are coming with this much-desired feature. But what does “Air” do? Back … Read more
Boss is a popular product because of their innovative and quality equipment, and we can expect no less from the DD-7. Let us no get to the features. Delay of up to 6.4 seconds Modulation delay for chorus or natural type sounds Analog delay mode for warmer sounds Tap tempo controllable via external footswitch Feedback, … Read more
At first glance, there is one thing that is completely certain: Boss is making smaller multi-effects processors. This mighty sound-shaping machine can fit in the palms of your hands. The three knobs and switches make this bass multi-effect very intuitive and easy to use. I wish back in my bass-playing days there was something as … Read more
Initial impressions are that this is a well-built piece of kit, the rugged housing feels incredibly high quality and like it will survive years of being kicked around in a gig bag. Flexibility is something that any professional musician will tell you is key in their working life, if you’re not adaptable then it’s only … Read more
With the M-Audio AIR 192|4 you get a 0.9 kg audio interface. When compared with other under $200 interfaces, it is not the lightest or most portable device with a 204 × 70 × 152 mm dimension. However, you get a dynamic audio interface-great for personal use, whether you plan to record on a microphone … Read more
Its high-performance resolutions help you record and produce at 24-bit/192kHz AD-DA converters. A stellar feature with this audio interface is the Scarlett mic preamp; its switchable AIR mode button which gives you a more transparent and open sound. Everyone hates sound distortion and humming in their audio playback. Focusrite Scarlett Solo does a clever job … Read more
One of the first things you’ll notice about this audio interface is its size. It is smaller than most of the other audio interfaces available in the market, and whether this is a good thing or not depends on the user’s personal preference. Like most PreSonus interfaces the AudioBox 96 still features the same silver … Read more
The UMC404HD is a catch-all for the beginner up to the experienced recording musician. Whilst its competitors might just have the edge over sound quality, the UMC404HD’s offers more functionality than most of its competitors within the same price bracket. Features Four input/output ports The UMC404HD boasts four independent mic/instrument/line inputs using four XLR/TRS combo … Read more
Okay, so it looks decent enough for the most part, but what about its features? How do they hold up to the rest of the competition? Steinberg took the liberty of incorporating four simultaneous input channels. Two of these channels are Yamaha PRE Class-A mic preamps, both of which are efficient and excellent. The other … Read more
Now, where do we even begin? As far as XMAX preamps go the Quantum comes in heavy with eight of them. It also has 10 analog outputs, and all of which are perfectly balanced I might add. There are also two ADAT light pipe inputs where users can connect an additional 8 more preamps and … Read more