The Best Studio Monitor Stands - Desk & Floor

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Jan. 27, 2022.

To make the most out of your studio monitors, you'll want to pair them up with top quality stands that are designed for studio use. In addition to positioning and securing your speakers, these stands prevent cabinet vibration from transferring to your floor or desk, which results in improved sonic clarity.

The Best Headphones for Recording / Tracking - Closed Back

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Jan. 26, 2022.

The Highest Rated Closed-Back Headphones for Recording

Closed headphones are essential for any recording setup to prevent spill into live microphones while tracking. These recommended headphones are all circumaural and are designed specifically for use in recording rather than for standard consumer applications.

The Best Soprano Ukuleles - Regular & Pineapple Shaped

Submitted by Alexander Briones on Jan. 26, 2022.

The Highest Rated Soprano & Pineapple Ukuleles

The soprano ukulele is the smallest standard size and it produces the trademark bright ukulele sounds we've come to know and love. If you're looking for the classic, traditional ukulele tone then this is the size you are looking for. Coming in at about the same size is the lesser known "pineapple" ukulele.

The Best Cheap Ukuleles Under $50 - Perfect for Beginners

Submitted by Alexander Briones on Jan. 20, 2022.

Here are the best cheap ukes you can get for under $50. We've included bundled packages that have extras like carry bags and tuners which help make them suitable for beginners.

The Best Cheap Studio Headphones Under $100

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Jan. 18, 2022.

The Highest Rated Studio Headphones Under $100

You can get some surprisingly good studio headphones for less than $100 these days, however not all types of headphones are available in this price range so we explain what the different types of headphones are and provide you with the information you need to get the best option for your situation.

The Best Loopers - Pedals & Tabletop

Submitted by Alexander Briones on Jan. 13, 2022.

Loopers have become indispensable thanks to their ability to create clones which you can use as virtual backup musicians and singers. Here we look at what the market considers as the best loopers, divided into three categories: Compact, Multiswitch and Tabletop.

The Best Studio Headphones: Under $200 -> $500

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Jan. 13, 2022.

A great pair of headphones can make all the difference in producing quality studio recordings and overall listening satisfaction. This goes especially for home recording environments where proper acoustically treated rooms are less common, often limiting the accuracy of open air speaker systems.

The Best Guitar Humidifiers & Case Hygrometers

Submitted by Alexander Briones on Jan. 11, 2022.

The Highest Rated Guitar Humidifiers & Case Hygrometers

Humidifying your guitar is an important part of maintaining your instrument. So to protect your precious instrument from damage, you’re going to want to find the best guitar humidifier for your situation. Check out our recommendations to see which will work best for you!

The Best Open Back Headphones for Mixing and Mastering

Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Jan. 6, 2022.

Highest Rated Open Back Headphones for Mixing and Mastering

Open-back headphones are commonly identified by their vented or mesh-covered enclosed earcups. This design promotes a more natural sound that minimizes internal reflection and standing waves making them well suited to mixing and mastering.

The Best Chorus Pedals - All Price Ranges

Submitted by Alexander Briones on Jan. 4, 2022.

Be it subtle or overtly used, chorus is one of the most pervasive guitar effects, used in dozens of the most famous records ever released. Here we look at the highest rated chorus pedals in three price ranges: Under $50, $50 to $100 and Over $100.