Posts by Bob Malkowski

Nura claims new NuraTrue are “World’s Smartest” Wireless Earbuds

Nura NuraTrue: new wireless earbuds use Nura's personalised smart analysis Nura tech to offer you a "perfect" listening experience.

DEAL: Sennheiser July Offers on IE 400 & IE 500 Pro IEMs

Sennheiser has slashed prices on its IE 400 and IE 500 Pro IEMs. Act fast on this deal though because this offer has only days to run!

Ten Good Touring Habits you Might Have Forgotten

It's been a long time since any of us went out on tour. We're here to remind you about ten good touring habits you might have forgotten!

CAD Podcast Microphones offer bargain USB connectivity

Thinking about getting into podcasting? Then the new range of CAD Podcast microphones might be of interest, especially at this low price point.

Kinsman KPA500: The most affordable line array PA available?

The Kinsman KPA500 is a compact, self-contained, portable line array system with a built-in mixer, for sale at an eye-opening low price!

Deal: IMG Stageline Delta 160 Digital Desk for just 222 Euros!

The IMG Stageline Delta 160 really is the deal of the year! A 16 channel, digital mixing desk with motorised faders, now for just 222 Euros!

Thomann restores door-to-door pricing for UK customers

From 1 July 2021, all prices on Thomann's UK website will be inclusive of VAT and fees. No more calculating fees on a napkin or paying on the doorstep!

XVive U5: A reliable, high-quality new wireless mic system for vloggers?

The new XVive U5 wireless mic system offers an affordable, simple, quality solution for vloggers and video content creators everywhere.

Sennheiser partners with Fischer Amps to create the FA500 custom IEM

Industry giants, Sennheiser, partner with Fischer Amps to create the high-end, custom fit FA500 in-ear monitors. Is one driver better than three?

Mic up drums on a budget with the Behringer BC1500 drum mic kit

Looking to mic up your drums, but can't afford a dedicated drum mic kit? The Behringer BC1500 could be the answer to your cash-strapped dreams.

Alto Professional TX3 Series: No-frills powered PA speakers for those on a budget

Looking for affordable, no-frills powered PA speakers? Take a look at the new, no-nonsense Alto TX3 series. Will it hold its own in a crowded market?

Audix enters the IEM game with A10 series earphones

Audix enters the IEM business with the new A10 series earphones. Is this a serious professional product or a quick consumer cash-grab?

t.bone Sync: New entry-level clip-on wireless mic system makes vlogging easier

A new entry-level wireless mic for video work and vlogging: the t.bone Sync system should be on your radar as your first wireless microphone. {permalink}

Sennheiser EW-D: An exciting new app-enabled wireless system for Live audio

Sennheiser EW-D marks the exciting launch of a brand new, app-enabled version of the Evolution Wireless Mic system. Live sound product of the year?

Best Overdrive Pedals: Top 5 classic stompboxes to heat up your tone

Time to heat up your guitar tone! We present the five best overdrive pedals, including classics by Ibanez, Boss and a certain Bill Finnegan.

Earthworks Icon: “The Last USB Mic You’ll Ever Need”?

Icon is a super-stylish streaming and podcasting microphone - Earthworks Audio even claims it could be "the last USB mic you'll ever need"!

Legends of Tone: How to sound like Slash from Guns N’ Roses

What gear did legendary Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash use to get his famous guitar tone? We go on a journey into the sound of rock 'n' roll!

New DPA 4466 & 4488 Miniature Headset Mics offer IP58 protection

The new DPA 4466 and 4488 couple a 5mm capsule with new headset design and IP58 protection. Will these new mics uphold the DPA tradition? 

Klark Teknik updates DN100 and DN200 DI boxes to V2

Klark Teknik has recently updated its widely used DN100 and DN200 DI units to version 2 - time to take another look at these classic units.

Kinsman Podcasting Microphones: A promising package to get you started

Are you looking to get into podcasting? Then these new microphone releases from Kinsman may be just the ticket for you to get started.

Alto Bluetooth Total 2 and Ultimate add streaming to your live gear

If a client suddenly needs to stream audio to your live sound gear, Alto's Bluetooth Total 2 and Bluetooth Ultimate could come in very handy.

Lightning Boy DiVision: A tube DI box for more sonic character

Need a DI Box with a real sonic signature? Lightning Boy's DiVision uses the world's smallest vacuum tube and we think is worth close look.

Focusrite Moves into Commercial Audio with new brand: Optimal Audio

Optimal Audio is a new commercial audio brand from Focusrite centred on on controllers, amplifiers and loudspeakers. Here's what we know so far.

Mega Deal: Big savings on BOSE L1 portable line array PA system

Looking for a lightweight, simple, great-sounding portable PA system? Then this BOSE L1 deal could be a great money-saving offer for you!