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Rode PodMic USB review: Good, but that’s it

These days, it seems as though podcasts are one of the most ubiquitous forms of entertainment around. Enter the Rode PodMic USB, yet another solution to help folks share their own stories and thoughts for hours at a time. Let’s take a deeper look at this microphone, and see if it can help you garner an audience.

Kali Audio LP-8 V2 review: Perfect upgrade to the series

In this review, I’ll be taking a look at the Kali Audio LP-8 V2 (2nd Wave) studio monitors. The original LP-8 were exceedingly popular, so let’s see if the new installments of the LP line hold up to their reputation.

Top 7 ways to start a song, even during writer’s block

How do you start a song anyway? It can be overwhelming right? Instantly, the mind locks up as you feel the weight of your own herculean expectations you’ve set upon yourself to come up with something absolutely amazing out of thin air in record time bearing down upon you. You feel the self-imposed pressure and before you know it, you’re paralyzed.

The 5 best microphones for recording guitar amps in 2026

Capturing the tone of a guitar amp is as much about microphone choice as it is about personal preference. While there are plenty of mics that can get the job done, not all are created equal – some are simply more reliable and require less touch-up in post-production.