When the average person takes a look at a grid controller, they're likely to think it's a miniature disco dance floor where your fingers can strut like a young John Travolta. Interestingly, this interpretation isn't too far off. Mass produced grid controllers have only been available for a short time and have proved to be a hit, at least for the small niche of people who already had a need for one. If you have no idea what you're supposed to do with a grid controller, that's okay--you're not alone.
Recently, I wrote a review about the Beats Studio and Beats Tour around-ear and in-ear headphones from Monster and Dr. Dre. Well, the Renaissance doc has teamed up with the sound monsters again to bring you an on-ear headphone called the Beats Solo (left). There's also a new artist in town, whose in-ear headphones might just make your HeartBeats go Gaga. Let's plug in and see how
One of the best reasons to visit the B&H SuperStore in New York City is to physically examine the latest equipment for photography, video, personal and home entertainment, and pro audio. Getting to hold the latest DSLR camera in your hands and take a few test shots is the best way to determine if it's the right one for you. But where do singers, producers, and voice over artists go when they need to test out studio microphones and preamplifiers?
In my previous article about in-ear headphones, one model that wasn't explored was the SA6 from Sleek Audio, which is a unique offering from a relatively new contender in the headphone world. What's interesting about the SA6 is that it's a completely modular system, and it has customizable treble and bass response. To my knowledge, this is the only pair of in-ear headphones on the market to offer this feature, and it does so at a pretty reasonable price.
In the past, the B&H newsletter has explained some of the different elements found inside of field audio bags. We've published articles about portable field mixers, wireless microphone systems, field recorders, and battery distribution systems, but we've never put it all together and described how these separate devices act as one. This guide has been created to familiarize you with the equipment and accessories found inside of audio kits used in video and film production. I'll explain what each piece of equipment is, what it connects to, and why it's necessary. The goal is to introduce this stuff to people who may not be familiar with the inner-workings of field sound, and perhaps introduce some new technical strategies to experienced sound professionals. Either way, this article will hopefully be a little less messy than dissecting a formaldehyde soaked amphibian.
Recently, I wrote a 
One of the best reasons to visit the B&H SuperStore in New York City is to physically examine the latest equipment for photography, video, personal and home entertainment, and pro audio. Getting to hold the latest DSLR camera in your hands and take a few test shots is the best way to determine if it's the right one for you. But where do singers, producers, and voice over artists go when they need to test out studio microphones and preamplifiers?
In my 
In the past, the B&H newsletter has explained some of the different elements found inside of field audio bags. We've published articles about 
