Author Archives: Xander James

Meet the API ASM164: Analog Summing with Legendary Tone in a Compact Package

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Meet the API ASM164: Analog Summing with Legendary Tone in a Compact Package When it comes to summing mixers, API is a name that resonates with excellence, warmth, and unparalleled analog sound. The API ASM164 Rackmount Summing Mixer continues this legacy by bringing their renowned summing performance to studios and production facilities of all sizes. […]

Flock Audio SWITCH: Redefining Creative Control in Audio Routing

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Flock Audio SWITCH: Redefining Creative Control in Audio Routing For audio engineers, musicians, and music creators, seamless signal routing is more than a convenience – it’s a necessity. The Flock Audio SWITCH is here to revolutionize how you manage your audio workflow, whether in the studio or live on stage. A Tactile Approach to Switching […]

NAMM 2025, Vanguard Conversations, and Music Industry Insights 🎵

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Heading to NAMM next week in Anaheim? Let’s all remember to be excellent to each other. The area’s been through some tough times, so let’s bring positivity, collaboration, and good vibes. 2024 Vanguard Conversations Retrospective: Part 2 Derek Bargaehr’s podcast series, Vanguard Conversations, dives deep into the music industry with some of the best and brightest […]

Black Lion Audio PBR LIT Patchbays: Light Up Your Studio!

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Black Lion Audio PBR LIT Patchbays: Light Up Your Studio! Say goodbye to messy labelling and hello to sleek, functional design! The Black Lion Audio PBR LIT patchbays redefine how you manage your studio’s signal routing with unmatched style and practicality. Featuring customisable LED displays and built with premium audiophile-grade components – Gold-Plated TRS and […]

Rediscovering the Golden Era of Sound with the United Studio Technologies UT Twin48

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Rediscovering the Golden Era of Sound with the United Studio Technologies UT Twin48 The United Studio Technologies UT Twin48 isn’t just another microphone; it’s a gateway to the legendary sound of the past, reimagined for modern studios. This exceptional large-diaphragm tube condenser microphone unites the iconic tonal qualities of two classic microphones from the late […]

Black Lion Audio PG-P Plus Type 1: The Ultimate Portable Power Conditioner

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Black Lion Audio PG-P Plus Type 1: The Ultimate Portable Power Conditioner In the world of professional audio, the importance of clean and reliable power cannot be overstated. Whether you’re a touring musician, a mobile recording artist, or a studio engineer, poor power quality can wreak havoc on your gear and your sound. Enter the […]

HUM Audio Devices N-Closure Series: Redefining Analog Audio Processing

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HUM Audio Devices N-Closure Series: Redefining Analog Audio Processing In a world where digital convenience often overshadows analog warmth, the N-Closure Series is here to bring balance, precision, and unparalleled sonic depth back to your audio workflow. Designed for everyone from seasoned studio engineers to mobile producers, the N-Closure series offers a versatile lineup that […]

Discover the Phoenix Audio Ascent 500 Mic Preamp: A Modern-Day Classic for Superior Studio Sound

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When it comes to achieving exceptional sound in the studio, few tools are as indispensable as a high-quality mic preamp. The Phoenix Audio Ascent 500 Mic Preamp stands out as a modern classic in the world of Class-A preamps, delivering the flexibility and versatility that audio engineers crave while preserving the beloved characteristics of traditional […]

Beyond the Effects Horizon! Introducing Eventhide’s all-new H90 Harmonizer® – Multi-Effects Guitar Pedal

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Beyond the Effects Horizon! Introducing Eventhide’s all-new H90 Harmonizer® – Multi-Effects Guitar Pedal Eventide Audio introduces its latest addition to the storied Harmonizer® family, the H90 Harmonizer® next-generation multi-effects pedal. Building on the foundation of the H9 Harmonizer® multi-effects processor, the H90 offers 62 effect algorithms and hundreds of program combinations curated for a variety of […]

Tegeler MythEQ – 500 Series EQ

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Tegeler MythEQ – 500 Series EQ The Tegeler MythEQ is a 500 Series EQ using state-of-the-art components to deliver incredibly precise boost and cuts, and crystal-clear sound. The MythEQ boasts four bands covering the entire frequency spectrum with both low and high-shelf bands and two-mid bell bands designed to bring the best out of the highest-quality film […]