Ever since technology started improving at a rapid pace, we’ve basically witnessed all industries adopt some sort of innovation. One of the tech advances that we’ve seen evolve is the Bluetooth headset which simply started out as a headset meant for situations in which a person could not pick up a phone but could only […]
Can Wearing Headphones For Too Long Cause Headaches?
We all have questioned the safety of having headphones on for a long time at one point or another. Working with headphones or simply playing music through them for pleasure listening is a great way to be fully immersed in the music to enjoy it more. However, most people have questioned how safe it is […]
Are Headphones Safer Than Earphones?
Headphones are great tools for any work that calls for close audio monitoring. But let’s face it; headphones are also great for listening to audio alone without disturbing people. It is literally a great escape for most of us. Earphones also pretty much work the same way, except they are a lot smaller and more […]
Can I Use Headphones For 8 Hours?
We all have those days when there’s a lot of work to be done in the studio and you literally need to have headphones on for long hours. For most people, even just listening to music is enough a hobby for them to have headphones on the whole day. Plus, some people work better with […]
Why Do Vintage Amps Sound Better?
Amplifiers are useful tools in boosting mic level signals to line level signals that are usable. There are various amps out there and they all have their merits and short comings…. Some of these amps are vintage amps that may have been made decades ago… Most audiophiles claim that vintage amps sound better than newer […]
Do Speakers Need to Be Angled?
Speaker placement is very important both in professional and personal settings. How you set up your speakers will determine the listening experience that you end up with. For the beginner, knowing how to deal with the placement of speakers can be quite a challenge. I say this because a question I got recently in my […]
Do Speakers Get Better With Age?
Old audio equipment that was made in the early stages of audio technology is always being sought after by both collectors and audio producers that understand their value. For example vintage tape recording machines are in high demand because of their ability to record audio clearly. Not only analog machines are in demand, vintage speakers […]
Make Your Speakers Sound Better With These 7 Tips
In my work as a music producer and sound engineer, sound is of paramount importance just like it is for any audiophile out there. Which is why getting the best sound possible out of speakers is important. Therefore, this post will discuss some ways in which you can make your speakers sound better. This post […]
What Does On Axis Mean For A Microphone?
Dealing with recoding microphones is not easy work at all…. But, for most audiophiles it’s pretty enjoyable work. Microphones have various applications and specs which allow you to do certain things…. For example, you may have come across the term “on-axis” which is a popular feature that you’ll find on most mics. This post will […]
What Does It Mean When A Mic Is Off-axis?
There are various nuances that come with sound engineering equipment. Something as simple as a microphone can be a complicated tool for audiophiles trying to use them in a very specific way. This post will walk you through what “off-axis” means because it’s probably something you’ll run into when dealing with recording gear especially mics. […]
