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Studio equipment reviews

Whether you’re building a home setup or fine-tuning a professional workspace, choosing the right equipment makes all the difference. Here at Higher Hz, we’ve tested a wide range of products to help you make informed decisions.

To start, check out our top picks for the best audio interfaces, the best studio monitors, and the best studio headphones – including both high-end models and budget-friendly options.

Shure Beta 58A review: An SM58 with more bite

Most of you are probably familiar with the iconic SM58, but perhaps less of you are aware of the Beta 58A. The series originally came out in the 80s, before Shure decided to make some slight updates and alterations to the design around 1996.

Neumann KMS 105 review: Great, but not for everybody

Neumann is one of the most renowned manufacturers in the music industry. The company’s catalog comprises some of the most coveted and regarded microphones in the history of recording technology.

In this review, I’ll be taking a look at the KMS 105, a handheld microphone that first hit the shelves around the turn of the millennium. Let’s get started.

Arturia MiniLab 3 review: Impressive flexibility in a small unit

The MiniLab 3 is the latest release in Arturia’s popular portable 25-key controller series. It replaces the MiniLab Mk2, and while it shares the same DNA, it comes with a few significant enhancements.

In this review, I’ll discuss what it has to offer, what those enhancements are, and if it’s worth upgrading from the MiniLab Mk2. Let’s get started.

MXL 990 review: Best $100 spent on a condenser?

In this review, I’ll be taking a look at the MXL 990 large-diaphragm condenser microphone. This microphone is bright, silky, and capable of much more than one would expect from a cheap microphone in this price range. I got my hands on its “Blaze” edition. Let’s take a look.

Tierra Audio New Twenties review: Niche and somewhat overpriced

Tierra Audio has made a name for itself by promoting sustainable methods of production and using recyclable materials in its products. The New Twenties microphone follows suit, made of stainless steel and aluminum, with a case made out of bamboo.