As you start to dive into the world of audio equipment, whether for recording, broadcasting, or just high-quality listening, you’ll come across a range of equipment with different roles and specifications. One such piece of equipment is the preamplifier, commonly referred to as a preamp. Let’s start by answering “Do I need a preamp for … Read more
In the vast world of audio equipment, terminology can often become a tangled web of similar sounding phrases and overlapping definitions. Among these, the terms “powered speakers,” “active monitors,” and any other combination of those words often come up, sometimes interchangeably, leading to a fair bit of confusion. Let’s start off by answering the question … Read more
Studios use reference speakers to monitor and listen to audio played through them. Reference speakers must give a true sound representation, offer high accuracy and clarity, and be effective with any type of music or sound that they play. Professional Studios will usually have a set of Main Monitors and then a couple of sets … Read more
Computer speakers are often a person’s first introduction to stereo sound systems. If you have a computer, the chances are that the only real audio system you have is your built-in computer speakers or external speakers connected to your computer. Maybe you have a pair of studio monitors sitting around that you never use? Are … Read more
Studio monitors are designed for use in a studio setting, where they can provide an accurate reproduction of the sound being recorded. However, this does not mean that they cannot be used as speakers for listening to music. Can studio monitors be used as regular speakers? Studio monitors can be used as regular speakers. In … Read more
In a recording studio, quality speakers are by no means an option – they’re essential to achieving the perfect mix. But what makes them so different from regular speakers or even high-fidelity speakers? What does a studio monitor do differently from those in your living room? What does a studio monitor do? Studio monitors are … Read more
It is essential to ensure that you get the right studio monitors for your budget. You might be asking yourself; Two‑way or three‑way? Active or passive? How many watts? How do I choose the best studio monitors for me? When choosing studio monitors, you must consider the size of the room and location of the … Read more