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Neumann - News and Rumours
You want all the latest news, rumours and everything else there’s to know about Neumann? We're happy to oblige: On this page you’ll find everything at a glance – and it’s always up to date!
Neumann KH 310 II and KH 350: New 3-Way Monitors with Double the Power
11 Sep · The Neumann KH 310 II and KH 350 are two new 3-way additions to Neumann's Klein + Hummel monitor range designed to sit just below the flagship KH 420.
MIC/PREAMP PAIRINGS
Microphone/Preamp Combinations That Magically Work Together
02 Sep · We explore different microphone/preamp combinations and discuss some of the benefits of pairing certain gear in your recording chain.
U87 ALTERNATIVES
Neumann U87 Alternatives: Workhorse Condenser Mics
10 Aug · We're looking at Neumann U87 alternatives for vocal recording in your home studio. Are there other ways to get that classic vocal sound?
The Perfect Monitoring Setup for Electronic Music Producers 2026
08 Aug · Monitoring setup for electronic music producers: studio monitors, headphones, room acoustics, and referencing for mixes that translate anywhere.
FOREVER GEAR
Studio Gear You’ll Keep For Life: Equipment That Lasts
22 Jul · We explore studio gear you'll keep for life, a range of recording equipment that stands the test of time in professional and home studios alike.
Neumann U 47 fet Bon Scott Edition: A High Voltage FET 47
02 Jul · The Neumann U 47 fet Bon Scott Edition is a limited version of the renowned studio microphone created in collaboration with the Bon Scott Estate.
GUITAR AMP MICS
Guitar Amp Mics for Studio Recording
17 Jun · Adding an amp cabinet to your recording chain introduces resonance and harmonics to the sound. We explore guitar amp mics for capturing this source.
Neumann MT 48 Update: Firmware 2.0 Adds Compatibility for Eventide Blackhole Plugin
16 Jun · The Neumann MT 48 audio interface has been updated with version 2.0 of the firmware, bringing some new creative and workflow features.
Deals of the Week
Deals of the Week: Upto 37% off Aim Audio Plus Les Pauls
06 Jun · These deals of the week will point you in the right direction to cheaper microphones and guitars. Looking to pay the best price? Stick around.
VINTAGE-INSPIRED GEAR
Vintage-Inspired Recording Gear: No School Like The Old School
03 Jun · We explore vintage-inspired recording gear that continues to appear in home and professional recording studios, even in today's digital landscape.
Thomann Live Days 2026: Massive Deals on Pro Audio, Lighting and Event Gear – Only 1 More Day to Go!
01 Jun · Thomann Live Days 2026: Up to 50% off PA, lighting and stage gear from May 12 to June 2. All deals and event highlights in one place.
SMALL-DIAPHRAGM MICS
Small-Diaphragm Mics for Capturing Realism
25 May · Need to record instruments at home? We've selected some of the best small-diaphragm mics to capture piano, acoustic guitar, and more!
Voice as Instrument: 3 Pieces of Gear for New Sounds – Perfect Match
22 May · Voice as instrument: Use it with this hardware Perfect Match: Shure SM58, Elektron Tonverk and Zoom V3 for complete tracks without a DAW or plugins.
SM7B ALTERNATIVES
SM7B Alternatives: The Best Broadcast Mics
18 May · We investigate a selection of different SM7B Alternatives. These are broadcast-style mics for speech and vocal recording in different price ranges.
LIVE VOCAL MICS
The Best Live Vocal Mics for Stage Performance
23 Mar · Getting a great live vocal sound is an essential part of your production, we check out some of the best live vocal mics for use on stage.
C-800G ALTERNATIVES
Sony C-800G Alternatives for Ultra-clean Vocals
05 Feb · Recording decent Pop and Rap vocals is a challenge, but with these Sony C-800G Alternatives, you'll be on your way to clean vocal recordings.
Neumann M 50 V: A Classic Tube Mic Reissued
20 Jan · The Neumann M 50 V is a reissue of the M 50 tube condenser microphone from the early 1950s, renowned for its use in classical recording.
Best of 2025
My Highlights of 2025: A Genuine Bechstein Piano and a NAM wave
28 Dec 2025 · The NAM wave is gaining momentum, a piano arrives, and the greed for greed continues. My highlights from 2025 at Gearnews!
Neumann VIS: Scuba Gear for Sound?
24 Nov 2025 · Neumann VIS is a new piece of software that uses Apple Vision Pro's augmented reality technology to provide a 3D audio environment.
Neumann RIME 1.5 Update: Improved Immersive Mixing Features
07 Nov 2025 · The Neumann RIME plugin lets you mix in multichannel audio formats from Neumann's NDH headphones. Let's see what's improved in version 1.5.
STUDIO MONITORS 2025
The Best Studio Monitors of 2025: From Budget to Immersive
13 Oct 2025 · In this post, we're looking at some of the most innovative and best studio monitors released this year in different sizes and price ranges.
Neumann KH 805 II, KH 810 II, and KH 870 II: A Range Of New Studio Subwoofers
12 Sep 2025 · Introducing a new range of studio subwoofers, including the Neumann KH 805 II, KH 810 II, and KH 870 II, with two AES67-equipped versions.
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