Music Tech Reviews
Latest Music Tech Reviews

“Offers excellent input flexibility, remote control and tank-like construction”: Fiio SP5 review
By Jon Musgrave published
These flexible desktop speakers could be just what you need to up your game

“Built upon the strengths of the original, it takes this vintage classic to contemporary heights”: Cherry Audio Mercury-8 review
By Roland Schmidt published
Completing the Mercury trilogy, Cherry Audio answers the prayers of its user base, with a recreation of the mightiest of ’80s polysynths

“A reasonably portable device that provides a realistic and practical solution for a multitude of environments”: t.akustik Vocal Head Booth Mobile review
By Jon Musgrave published
Reducing room ambience is often desirable for vocal and voiceover recording and here’s device you can take with you

"Humans will be doing all the serious music transcription for the foreseeable future": Songscription review
By Ethan Hein published
This AI-powered transcription tool promises to convert any audio file into sheet music, tab or MIDI. But can it really match the skills of a professional?

"In terms of audio and signal performance, it delivers everything I would want as a vocalist": Positive Grid Spark Link XLR wireless system review
By Rob Laing published
A simple way to add wireless connectivity to an XLR device with mic signal levels, I find out how well Positive Grid's solution holds up in a full band rehearsal

“If you already own an Apollo or Volt interface and want to upgrade your inputs, then the Volt 876 is a no-brainer”: Universal Audio Volt 876 review
By Matt McCracken published
UA's biggest Volt interface makes recording drums or full bands a breeze with some neat workflow-enhancing touches

“Delivers outstanding value for budget-conscious users”: the t.bone freeU HT 823 review
By Daniel Flitcroft published
The ultimate entry-level wireless mic. Maximum value, seamless performance, and professional sound without compromise

“If you can live with two channels, there’s a lot that impresses”: Native Instruments Traktor MX2 review
By Si Truss published
NI releases its first proper mixing controller since 2019, but does it have anything new to offer?
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