Latest articles by Chris Corfield
How to choose an audio interface for your home studio and record anything into your computer
An audio interface is a studio essential. Here’s everything you need to consider when buying your first one, or your next one...
Best budget podcasting microphones 2025: Wallet-friendly microphones for budding podcasters
Budget podcast mics for voice and speech situations, including Rode, Audio-Technica, Shure, and more
“It’s hard to make ear protection sexy, but Minuendo has gone above and beyond the basics”: Minuendo Live review
Specialist live music earplugs promise to dampen the sound, but not the magic
“Delivering clarity and accuracy which means you can mix your tracks with confidence”: IK Multimedia ARC Studio review
This all-in-one room correction package means no more excuses for a muddy low-end
Best Focusrite audio interfaces 2025: the top models to suit your recording needs
Whether you're a studio pro or a bedroom beatmaker, there's a Focusrite audio interface that's perfect for you
Best budget audio interfaces 2025: Start recording today for less than $60/£60
Kickstart your recording journey with an incredible interface that won't break the bank. Here’s our pick of cheap audio interfaces for PC, Mac and iOS
“Easy to use but with enough flair and innovation within to elevate it above its competition”: Rode Rodecaster Duo review
All-in-one podcast production device brings a dash of colour to small-scale setups
How to choose a microphone to record any instrument or vocal
Don’t know your dynamic from your ribbon or condenser microphones? Here’s what you need to know about live and studio microphones
“The perfect single device for routing, mixing, performing and producing”: Allen & Heath CQ-18T review
Can one device solve all your studio and performance routing needs? The CQ-18T is giving it a go
"For the price, it’s almost a no-brainer": sE Electronics Neom USB review
Does sE Electronics’ debut in the crowded USB microphone field hit the mark?
Best studio chairs 2025: Are you sitting comfortably in your home studio?
How to pick the right studio chair for you, plus expert recommendations from brands including Ikea, Hbada and Hinomi
"A pleasing clarity and weight to the recordings and virtually no need for any background noise reduction processing": Audio-Technica AT2040USB review
Does this entry-level dynamic speech mic tick all the boxes?
“For speech work, the 24-bit, 192kHz resolution meant recordings were clear and captured plenty of detail”: Audio-Technica AT2020USB-XP
Entry-level USB mic with a couple of tricks up its sleeve
Windows vs macOS for music production: Which is right for you?
The operating system battle rages on! But what are the key differences in 2024? We take a deep dive into the pros and cons of both
22 non-musical upgrades to boost comfort, productivity and completely transform your home studio
From smart lighting to bespoke furniture, these vibe-enhancing upgrades will enhance your space and focus your creativity
Best overdrive pedals 2025: Find new inspiration with the best drive pedals for guitar
Some of the best examples of a key component of any guitar player’s rig - the overdrive pedal
Teenage Engineering CM-15 review
This portable studio mic has a few tricks up its sleeve, but is it a victory for minimal design?
Best guitars for beginners 2025: get the best start with these beginner-friendly acoustic and electric guitars
Check out our expert recommendations for the best guitars for beginners, kids and guitarists with small hands
There are big savings on The Edge-approved UAFX pedals in Sweetwater’s monster early Black Friday sale
Add some studio sheen to your setup with up to $80 off the superb UAFX pedal range at Sweetwater’s early Black Friday sale
Best bass amps 2025: top choice amplification options for bassists
Dive into our best bass amp guide to discover the options that deliver the power and features to suit your low-end needs, whatever your budget
Best USB microphones 2025: All-in-one mics for streaming, vlogging, podcasts and voiceovers
These USB-equipped mics will make your content creation so much easier
