HEAR360: Ecoplate Plug-In
reviewed by Dave Hidek
HEAR360 has modeled the Ecoplate I, a well-known analog plate reverb designed by Jim Cunningham in the ‘80s. At the time, it was not uncommon for producers and engineers familiar with the...
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Iron Age Audioworks: V2 Equalizer
reviewed by Joel Hamilton
In an incredibly saturated market, where there is a piece of equipment for every possible scenario – like a mic pre or EQ for hi-hat top and bottom on a full moon with 57% humidity – I am...
Erica Synths: SYNTRX Analog Synthesizer
reviewed by Dana Gumbiner
I've been haunted by the EMS Synthi AKS3 since watching footage of Roxy Music on the Old Grey Whistle Test (British TV show) where Brian Eno [Tape Op #85] created a bubbling bed of exotic alien noise...
MIA Laboratories: 409 Opto Compressor Plug-In
reviewed by Chris Hughes
A problem I find with many plug-ins is either a lack or overabundance of controls. I’m either one parameter short of accomplishing a goal, or I tweak functions just because they are available...
Dachman Audio: DA 87i DIY Kit Microphone
reviewed by Don Gunn
Dachman Audio is a New York-based company that began by importing and selecting mic capsules for upgrading, replacing, and DIY, and has now added additional premium capsules using American-made...
United Studio Technologies: UT FET47 Microphone
reviewed by Dan Knobler
The allure of a classic microphone design is powerful, and the emotional tug of a modern clone, that closely resembles its forerunner is undeniable – probably more valuable than many of us would...
Modosc Designs: ID700 Vintage Digital Synthesizer iOS App
reviewed by John Baccigaluppi
We’re truly living in the golden age of digital synthesis. I’ve said this before, but I’m bored with skeuomorphic, digital recreations of vintage analog synthesizers such as the...
reProducer Audio: Epic 5 Active Near-Field Monitors
reviewed by Garrett Haines
The Epic 5 is a fascinating powered near-field studio monitor from reProducer Audio Labs of Laupheim, Germany. Its noteworthy appearance features an anodized aluminum front panel that is trapezoidal...
Goodhertz: Tupe Plug-In
reviewed by Gus Berry
Goodhertz is on a mission to help give your recordings vibe and character, and they’re doing a stellar job with the plug-ins they’ve put out so far. Tupe is another brilliant addition to...
ToonTrack: Legacy of Rock Superior Drummer SDX Expansion
reviewed by Liam Nelson
Let me start by saying that I am a firm believer in “real drums,” and I’ve spent countless hours tracking and mixing them. The main thing I’ve learned is that everything...
dialtune: dialtune Maple Snare Drum
reviewed by Slater Swan
As soon as you get your hands on a dialtune Maple snare drum, you know it’s a serious piece of equipment. At 21 pounds, the weight alone will give you an indication of how sturdy and robust this...
FabFilter: Timeless 3 Delay Plug-In
reviewed by Dave Hidek
FabFilter has a reputation for taking common effects plug-ins, such as compression and EQ, then elevating them to new, mind-blowing levels of utility and complexity. I’m used to thinking,...