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🎙️ The 2026 Edition Is Here!
I’m excited to announce that HOW TO GET STARTED RECORDING TODAY (2026 Edition) is officially available on Apple Books, Kindle, and in paperback on Amazon! I wrote this book to give aspiring musicians, engineers, podcasters, and voiceover artists a fast, no-nonsense guide to recording. It’s the kind of book I wish I had when I was starting out. It’s practical, honest,…
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What kind of microphone should I buy?
by Kristopher Sheehy Preface: This article focuses on large-diaphragm condenser microphones Ask yourself these questions… Whether you’re just getting started or have been in the game for a while, this is a smart question to ask. It’s 2025, and the number of options out there can feel overwhelming. So how do you narrow it down?…
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EQ advice I wish I had when I started mixing music
by Kristopher Sheehy
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Honest review of the Shure MoveMic 88+
by Kristopher Sheehy Hey there! Check out this article or just kick back and listen via my Shure MoveMic 88+ VoiceOver! And if you’re going for the VoiceOver, don’t forget to follow along so you can catch the cool sounds of a river nearby that I recorded (with the Shure MoveMic 88+) too. The Review…
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Is the TLM 103 a budget U 87 Ai?
by Kristopher Sheehy I became utterly fascinated by this fiery debate for years. Diving headfirst into the myriad opinions on Gearspace, scouring live tests on YouTube, and dissecting claims from partnered articles… But I didn’t just digest endless hours of content—I went the extra mile and ended up becoming the proud owner of both! Now,…
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HOW TO: record the same source with and without processing simultaneously, using the Neumann MT 48
by Kristopher Sheehy There are two distinct types of audio engineers in this world. Some prefer a dry recording, which allows for extensive manipulation in post-production, offering the utmost flexibility. On the other hand, some musicians opt for a wet recording to streamline their workflow in post. While this may provide less flexibility, those who…
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HOW TO: update firmware on the Neumann MT 48
by Kristopher Sheehy Great! In my case, there were no updates for the MT48, but there was an update ready for MTDiscovery. All updates will present themselves in a similar manner across sections, so be sure to keep an eye out for that “Download & Update” button. You’re all set! Happy recording!
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