I have just been caught out after buying a fake Shure SM57. Here are couple of tips to help you avoid the same mistake I have made. Firstly, the mic should weigh 284g. The one I had weighed 240g. Secondly, if...
This guide attempts to explain the difference between balanced and unbalanced signals and the types of cable required for each. During the time that Pro Audio Shop has been trading on eBay, the most frequently...
Soundware Beginners Guide to......Speakers Even if you've made a professional quality recording on your computer, the way it's mixed can make or break it as a finished track. To mix properly, we need to be...
It used to be a tough game making music electronically. You would need a room full of gear, a degree in engineering to work out how it all fitted together and to be a member of a cult to find out how it...
Soundware Beginners Guide to......Microphones A couple of good quality microphones are a useful addition to any home studio setup. If you’re trying to improve the sound of your recordings, a better microphone...
Caveat emptor: in my experience there are no genuine,new Shure SM57 or SM58 mics below £ 60-70. Also beware multiple mic deals. The Chinese fakes are exact except for some internal wiring, the weight (about...
Digital Voice Recorders Portable Dictation Machines With analogue or tape based dictation systems becoming obsolete, many of the people who are looking at replacing their dictaphones or audio recording...
Soundware Beginners' Guide to......Music Software.There is a huge range of music software available on the market. Most claim to be the only piece of software you will ever need to buy, but in reality each has...
Soundware Beginners Guides: How to......Minimise Latency on your PC.A common problem faced by people using a home computer to record is a delay when they press a key on a keyboard or speak into a microphone...
Soundware Beginners Guides: How to......Set up a home studio.Computer technology has made it easier and cheaper to start recording music at home. It's possible to set up a basic studio for only a very small...