Latest articles by Chris Corfield
“As production becomes more cloud-oriented, many are questioning whether desktop DAWs are beginning to show their limitations”: How online DAWs are ushering in a new era for music making
Can browser-based digital audio workstations match up to traditional offline DAWs? We take a look
Best earplugs for musicians 2025: hearing protection for the practice room to your next gig
Our rundown of the very best earplugs for concerts, band practice, and more to give your ears the protection they deserve
Best in-ear monitors 2025: IEMs for stage and studio
Our expert guide to the best in-ear monitors for practice, performance and production, no matter your budget
Best condenser mics 2025: my expert picks for home recording
Capture every nuance of a vocal and high-fidelity detail of an instrument with condenser microphones from Rode, Neumann, Audio-Technica, Aston, AKG and more
“A fantastic blend of features, portability, and audio quality that will serve many users well in crafting great-sounding mixes”: Soundcraft Notepad-12FX review
Compact, powerful, and versatile - but is the Soundcraft Notepad-12FX the best option for small studios?
Best budget in-ear monitors 2025: Our pick of cheap in-ears for every type of musician
Our recommended budget in-ear monitors for practice and performance – options starting from $99/£75
Dell Black Friday deals 2024: The Dell Black Friday sale is still live
Black Friday may be over but you still grab some great deals on a Dell machine
Waves just dropped its best value software offer yet for Black Friday - get 3 plugins for $49.99 and save hundreds
Save cash and boost your plugin arsenal with these top-tier tools, effects and bundles
Best studio monitors 2025: Studio speakers for musicians and producers on any budget
A comprehensive guide to the best studio monitor speakers for home studio recording, whether you’re a beginner or pro producer – including Yamaha, IK Multimedia, Focal and more
Sweetwater's mega Shure microphone sale includes big savings on a legendary mic used by the Chili Peppers, Michael Jackson, Metallica, Green Day and more
Upgrade your audio game with Sweetwater’s unbeatable Black Friday discounts on legendary Shure microphones
Best home studio mixers 2025: Analogue and digital mixing desks for all budgets
Our expert pick of compact consoles for home recording, production, podcasting and more
Best podcasting microphones 2025: our expert picks for every budget and level, with audio demos
Record your next podcast or stream your heart out with the very best podcast mics, including our recommendations under $100/£100 – plus expert buying advice
Here's the Black Friday deal DJs and home producers can't afford to miss - score up to 50% off hardware and software in Native Instruments' epic Cyber Season sale
This huge Cyber sale includes savings on the 4.5-star rated Maschine+, the beloved Guitar Rig 7 Pro, and so much more
Best laptop for music production 2025: Portable computers for musicians, producers and DJs
Our experts have rounded up and tested the finest options from Apple, Acer, Dell and more to help you make music whenever and wherever you like
Best budget laptops for music production 2025: Affordable laptops for making music
We've got the latest laptops on test that will not only enable you to make music anywhere, but do it without spending a fortune – our top picks start at just $/£300
Best budget studio monitors 2025: Wallet-friendly home studio speakers, most pairs under $200/£200
The best cheap studio monitors for home recording, with hand-picked and affordable options from IK Multimedia, M-Audio, JBL, PreSonus and more
Best MIDI keyboards 2025: Mac, PC and iOS keyboards for players, composers and producers
Our expert guide to the best MIDI keyboards of all sizes and budgets to integrate with your home studio
Best free DAWs 2025: The best free music production software
Start making music today by downloading a digital audio workstation for nothing - featuring options for PC, Mac, Android, iOS, and Linux
Best iPhone microphones 2025: Top picks for mobile recording, vlogging and video conferencing
Transform your iPhone or iPad into a studio with these mics from Austrian Audio, Shure, Teenage Engineering, Zoom, and more…
“For those needing a step up from cheaper, more basic condenser microphones, the MV6 is an excellent investment”: Shure MV6 review
Looking for a simple, high-quality way to upgrade your streaming, gaming or podcasting skills? This USB mic might just fit the bill
“In purely sonic terms the SM4 shone, capturing rich mid-range frequencies, making it an ideal choice for vocals and acoustic instruments”: Shure SM4 review
Is Shure’s new home studio mic the secret to achieving simple, mix-ready sound?
Best studio monitor stands 2025: Optimise your home studio
Everything you need to know about studio monitor stands and why you need them in your recording studio
Best electric guitars under $1,000/£1,000 in 2025: find your next guitar under a grand
Find a great sub $1,000/£1,000 electric guitar for playing rock, metal, blues and beyond
