Best Sellers
Top products on Reverb over the past 90 days
Best Sellers in Pro Audio
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Shure SM57 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
217 available from $70Industry standard, studio legend, mic for the masses. The Shure SM57 is responsible for a staggering percentage of the recorded sounds you've probably heard. It is the Swiss Army Knife of mics - infinitely capable, but not highly specialized. And for less than $100, we're OK with that. - 2
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
110 available from $134.99 - 3
Shure SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
141 available from $300A secret weapon of everyone from platinum producers to broadcast legends, but with a price within reach of bedroom recordists, the Shure SM7B is both a classic vocal mic and versatile studio swiss army knife. While many people think of condensers as ideal for recording vocals, the cardioid-patterned SM7B is a dynamic mic, and as such possesses the rock-solid stability of its little brothers - Shure's stalwart SM57 and 58. Perfect for close-miked narration, silky smooth female vocals or getting a beefier tone from a guitar cab - if you could only have one microphone, the SM7B would be an excellent choice. - 4
Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
120 available from $79.99 - 5
Shure SM58 Handheld Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
220 available from $59You would be hard-pressed to find a venue that doesn’t have a set of Shure SM58 mics on hand. As the go-to vocal mic for millions of professionals and amateurs since its launch in 1966, the SM58 hardly needs an introduction. Its reputation has been built on three simple traits: durability, quality and affordability. - 6
Neumann TLM 103 Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
92 available from $800The Neumann TLM 103 has been a workhorse microphone for everyone from bedroom enthusiasts to professional broadcasters and major recording engineers since its release in 1998. Extremely low self-noise and impressive technical specifications fuse with an authoritative tone that nods to classic Neumann microphones to offer top quality recordings regardless of budget. - 7
Sennheiser e609 Silver Supercardioid Dynamic Microphone
68 available from $79.99The Sennheiser e609 is the epitome of "point and shoot" microphones for guitar amplifiers, both in the studio and on the stage. With a tight supercardioid pattern for great rejection and a frequency response especially tailored for guitar amps, you can simply hang this modern classic in front of your rig, practically on top of the speaker, for a classic sound with plenty of midrange punch and focus. - 8
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
55 available from $400 - 9
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface
13 available from $299.99The Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 is a super flexible, rack-mountable USB audio interface providing players with 18-in and 20-out, as its name would suggest. Users get eight natural-sounding combo inputs—two of which are easily accessible on the front, with six more on the back for keeping your instruments plugged in permanently without messy cords. Each of the eight inputs features the pristine- and natural-sounding Scarlett preamps the brand has been known for for over three decades. Plenty of headroom, clean gain, low-noise, minimal distortion, and dynamic range make this a go-to USB audio interface for every studio. - 10
Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-1 Mic Activator
50 available from $134The Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-1 is a phantom-powered boost for your passive ribbon and dynamic microphones that need a little extra level before the mic preamp. Simply connect the CL-1 between your microphone's output and your preamp's input, then engage the +48V phantom power on the pre to kick on the CL-1's gain boost, requiring less muscle from your interface's preamp. - 11
Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface
27 available from $613.99The Apollo Twin X is the latest in UA's line of portable professional audio interfaces. It has two preamps, best-in-class AD/DA conversion, low noise, and a 127dB dynamic range. With access to UAD plugins and the ability to be used with other devices for greater I/O and processing, it's the perfect start to a pro-grade home studio. - 12
Sennheiser MD 421 II Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
70 available from $298.88Ubiquitous, iconic, legendary -- the Sennheiser MD421 II microphone can be found in stages and studios across the globe. With its high SPL handling, great rejection and versatile filter options, the MD421 has long been a standard large diaphragm dynamic, and a staple on guitar amps, toms, and vocals. Shop Reverb.com and compare prices on new & used MD421 II microphones for the best deals. - 13
Shure BETA 52A Supercardioid Dynamic Bass Drum Microphone
89 available from $130If you're in search of a big, fat kick drum sound that hits you in the gut, the Shure Beta 52A is likely all that you'll need. This industry-standard microphone has a frequency response and pickup pattern perfectly suited for the job, and takes the guess work and corrective EQ out of the equation for a "finished" sound straight to the mixer or DAW. - 14
Focusrite Scarlett 4i4 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
117 available from $174.99 - 15
Radial ProD2 Stereo Direct Box
65 available from $127.99If you've been looking for a stereo direct box for your keyboard, look no further than the Radial ProD2, a passive DI that features two totally independent channels that have their own inputs and thru-puts, as well as two isolated outputs perfect for PA systems. This stereo DI is able to handle enormous peaks without giving in to distortion, instead serving up a smooth, rounded out tone with a wide frequency range of 20Hz to 20kHz. - 16
Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone
128 available from $58.88The Audio-Technica AT2020 is a budget cardioid-pattern condenser microphone great for home studio beginners and experts alike. It comes in two models, with either an XLR or USB output, and offers a custom-made low-mass diaphragm for improved frequency and transient response. - 17
Electro-Voice RE20 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
80 available from $290Known as a radio and voice-over standard, the Electro-Voice RE20 can do so much more than podcasts. With Variable D design and a high-pass filter to curb bass muddiness, this large diaphragm cardioid is great for low end and close proximity work involving vocals, kick drums, upright bass or electric bass cabs. - 18
Neumann U 87 Ai Large Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone
56 available from $2,000Few microphones are more ubiquitous and beloved than the Neumann U 87 Ai, found in recording and broadcast studios in every corner of the planet and heard on hundreds of thousands of recordings and arguably the benchmark by which other FET microphones are judged. Originally released in 1967 and wholly unchanged since 1987, the U 87 Ai is a phenomenal do-it-all condenser microphone that's equally at home in front of a singer, hanging above a drum kit, or peeking into a grand piano. - 19
Neumann TLM 102 Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
97 available from $503.37The Neumann TLM 102 packs classic Neumann sound and build quality into a petite package, with a price tag that mere mortals can afford. With a newly-designed capsule and modern transformerless electronics, this large diaphragm marvel features impressive self-noise and SPL specs while delivering that intimate, up-close sound that made the classic Neumanns the most widely used microphones in professional studios around the world. - 20
Handsome Audio Zulu Passive Analog Tape Simulator
One available for $695 - 21
Behringer X Air XR18 Tablet-Controlled Digital Mixer
5 available from $1,000 - 22
Sennheiser e906 Supercardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
47 available from $164.99The Sennheiser e609 is a durable, versatile dynamic instrument microphone designed to take on huge amounts of level from close distances -- guitar amps especially. This update to the popular e609 seen on stages all over the world adds switchable presence settings to tailor high frequencies, and sonically has more in common with the vintage MD409. Their full sound and fast response is amazing on all sorts of instruments, but hang this puppy in front of a guitar amp and you'll smile ear-to-ear. - 23
Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface
62 available from $346.97 - 24
Universal Audio Apollo Twin DUO MKII Thunderbolt Audio Interface
28 available from $450Bringing together two formidable SHARC processors, lightning-fast Thunderbolt interface, and two Unison-capable mic preamps emulating a world of studio icons, the Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII Duo Audio Interface brings professional studio production power to your desktop. Use the same A/D 24-bit/192kHz resolution found in the fabled Apollo series to record your tracks with near-zero latency and incorporate onboard emulations from EQs and tape machines to guitar stomp boxes for your best tracks yet. - 25
Behringer Powerplay P16-M 16-Channel Digital Personal Mixer
8 available from $275 - 26
Radial ProDI Passive Direct Box
68 available from $85Whether you need a DI for stage or for studio, the Radial ProDI will satisfy all needs. This passive direct box is the perfect all-purpose DI, boasting a custom-wound transformer that will reduce loading, take on extreme signal levels of all kinds and at all frequencies, and isolate and protect your signal so it won't distort. Can't ask much more from a sturdy, professional DI box! - 27
Yamaha HS8 Powered Studio Monitor (Pair)
21 available from $429Undeniably one of the most popular pairs of studio monitors on Reverb, the Yamaha HS8 provides a detailed and accurate reference for mixing and monitoring. Seasoned professional engineers and home recordists alike swear by the HS8s as their main pair of powered monitors. - 28
Yamaha HS5 5" Powered Studio Monitors (Pair)
19 available from $350The Yamaha HS5 is a compact powered studio monitor for the home studio, or even as a second reference in a professional control room. Calling upon the styling and function of the ubiquitous NS-10M monitors made popular in the 1980s, the HS5 adds built in bi-amplification for 70W of total power pushing a 5" woofer and a 1" tweeter. The sound is true and unflattering -- if it sounds good on these speakers, it's because it sounds good everywhere. - 29
Zoom H4n PRO Handy Digital Multitrack Recorder
48 available from $179 - 30
TASCAM Model 12 Multitrack Recorder / Mixer / USB Interface
16 available from $549 - 31
AKG C214 Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
75 available from $208.99When it comes to mics, AKG is known for high end, made-in-Austria icons like the C414, C451, and C12 that are out of reach for most consumers. The AKG C214 brings the same studio grade quality and design people expect from the company's professional line at a price point accessible to the working musician. - 32
Shure BETA 58A Handheld Supercardioid Dynamic Microphone
120 available from $57.26Featuring shaped frequency response, supercardio design and sturdy construction, the Beta 58A is one of the most popular vocal microphones on the market and an industry standard. Affordable yet renowned for its quality, this mic works well in any genre and for bedroom recording or live performance. - 33
Shure SM81 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
43 available from $275The Shure SM81 is a classic cardioid condenser mic that shines bright on acoustic instruments. This small diaphragm staple, originally released in the 1970s, has found a home with countless studios and stages thanks to its detailed pickup, exceptionally low noise, and rugged build quality. Unhyped and true from one end of the frequency range to the other and nearly impossible to clip, the SM81 remains a tried-and-true mic that should be in every engineer's collection. - 34
Solid State Logic Fusion Stereo Analogue Color Master Processor
15 available from $1,711.08The Solid State Logic Fusion is a truly unique stereo processor designed for your master bus, but endlessly useful and powerful for all stereo stems and sources. Fusion makes use of five different processors -- a high-pass filter with switchable corner frequency, a drive control 2-band "Violet" EQ, a high frequency compressor, and a stereo width tool to create incredible space and dimension across your mix. - 35
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
11 available from $480.18The Beyerdynamic M160 ribbon microphone is a truly indispensable tool, used on thousands of recordings including legendary Jimi Hendrix and John Bonham tracks. This hypercardioid ribbon mic is a directional laser beam, allowing you to pull the mic off the source a bit without getting much (if any) unwanted bleed from nearby amps and instruments. Pair up the M160 with the bidirectional M130 for a Mid-Side (M/S) stereo array that brings an inviting realism to anything you record. Shop Reverb for the best deals on new & used Beyerdynamic M160 microphones today. - 36
Universal Audio Arrow 2x4 Thunderbolt 3 Interface with Solo DSP Processor
29 available from $319.99Built with a pair of Unison mic preamps, an onboard UAD-2 SOLO Core processor, and a full complement of built-in effects, the UAD-2 SOLO Core processor is a bus-powered behemoth that seeks to revolutionize home recording. Able to record at near-zero latency with readily-available studio effects like EQ, compression, and more, the powerful 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion gets a formidable supporting cast of a built-in plugin bundle featuring the likes of Marshall Plexi and UA 610-B amp emulations. The power of a studio condensed into a portable, easy-to-use interface. - 37
LR Baggs Para Acoustic DI Direct Box
73 available from $110The LR Baggs Para Acoustic DI is a direct box specifically tailored for acoustic guitar players, featuring a five band parametric EQ. It has a built-in active preamp that adds fullness and depth to any guitar. The tunable mid-band let's you control the crucial midrange tone, while a sweepable notch filter is essential for eliminating whatever frequencies are prone to feedback. A built-in effects loop let's you incorporate anything else you have in your sonic arsenal before sending it on to the PA. Whether you're a singer-songwriter or incorporating acoustic guitar as part of a larger ensemble, the LR Baggs Para Acoustic DI is an essential tool to put your best tone on stage. - 38
Beyerdynamic M 201 TG Hypercardioid Dynamic Microphone
18 available from $219 - 39
FMR Audio Really Nice Compressor RNC 1773
7 available from $180The FMR Audio Really Nice Compressor, or "RNC" as it is lovingly known, draws a thick line in the sand between what is "cheap" and what is simply "inexpensive." This tiny little stereo workhorse, originally introduced in the late 1990s, has found its place in both weekend-warrior bedroom studios and top control rooms thanks to its transparent compression and compact footprint. It would be a steal at three times the price, and should make a number of higher-cost compressors blush and get back to the gym. - 40
Zoom H6 Handy Audio Recorder
46 available from $275The Zoom H6 is a portable handheld stereo recorder with interchangeable microphone configurations, such as XY and mid-side at 90 degrees and 120. Four mic or line inputs, with both XLR and TRS combo connectors, and six-track simultaneous recording make this tiny recorder incredibly versatile for stereo field recordings. - 41
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface
25 available from $40The second generation of Focusrite's fan-favorite Scarlett 2i2 Audio Interface retains the same trusty hardware and build while bringing in improved software for the ideal bedroom recording rig. In addition to the slick new chassis, the mkii Scarlett 2i2 boasts even lower latency than its predecessor and redesigned Scarlett mic preamps with a reconceived gain structure for handling even active pickups. Available for a little north of $100 used, any home producer or newcomer to recording will benefit from keeping one of these around. - 42
Apogee Duet 2 USB Audio Interface
47 available from $150The original Apogee Duet established itself as the go-to interface for professionals on the go and amateurs recording at home. The Duet 2 builds upon the legendary pre-amp and simple controls of the first version with USB compatibility. - 43
ART Tube MP Studio Mic Preamp
12 available from $39 - 44
Sennheiser e604 3-Pack Compact Dynamic Drum Microphone Set
41 available from $149.99The Sennheiser e604 three-pack is a solid, affordable solution for mic'ing toms both live and in the studio. These compact dynamic mics clip directly onto the rim of the drum for perfect placement without a microphone stand, saving you time and space during quick changeovers on stage. The e604s are ultra-durable and can take on a ton of SPL, making them a great choice even when the drummer is hitting the skins with a vengeance. - 45
Avalon VT-737sp Tube Channel Strip
39 available from $1,849Since almost immediately after its introduction in the 1990s, the Avalon VT-737sp vacuum tube channel strip has become the platinum standard for highlighting a lead vocal or giving a "finished" sound to a bass or keyboard track. The likes of Dr. Dre, Kelly Clarkson, The Crystal Method, and countless other A-List artists and producers rely on the VT-737sp's crystalline fidelity, vast tone-shaping ability, and military-grade build quality to keep the hits coming. - 46
Xvive U2 Wireless Guitar System
74 available from $85 - 47
Yamaha MG10XU Analog Mixer
65 available from $130With 10 channels, a stereo bus, rack-mount capability, an integrated digital effects bank, and iOS device connectivity, the Yamaha MG10XU is an analog mixing workhorse. Its rugged, road-ready metal chassis and straightforward layout make it a great choice for any live application. - 48
Warm Audio WA76 Limiting Amplifier
72 available from $400Closely modeled after the classic 1176LN compressor/limiter, the Warm Audio WA76 Limiting Amplifier offers up vintage tones at a breakthrough price point. From subtle transient shaping on a bass guitar to explosive limiting on a drum room mic, the WA76 covers all the bases of an original 1176. - 49
ART Pro VLA II Two Channel Vactrol / Tube Leveling Amplifier
33 available from $299.99Tube-driven and Vactrol-based, the ART Pro-VLA II is a two-channel; compression and leveling amplifier that is suited to nearly any situation a musician may find themselves in: mixing, mastering, live sound, tracking, and even braodcasting. Thanks to its VCA-free design, you're able to add more compression without detracting any of the organic musicality from your output. Variable output, ratio, and threshold controls allow you to manage your dynamic output and active balanced XLR and 1/4" inputs and outputs make the Pro-VLA II compatible with a variety of potential rig components. - 50
AKG C414 XLII Large Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone
61 available from $699Drawing from the playbook of classic AKG mics, the C414 XLII condenser microphone offers a detailed, bright sound without being harsh or edgy. Switchable polar patterns, attenuation, and bass cuts make the C414 XLII a true workhorse mic that can work wonders on any instrument or voice. - 51
Alesis 3630 Dual-Channel Compressor / Limiter with Gate
21 available from $50The Alesis 3630 is a rack-mount, two channel compressor and limiter. - 52
Beyerdynamic M 88 TG Hypercardioid Dynamic Microphone
19 available from $251.42The Beyerdynamic M 88 TG hypercardioid dynamic mic is the perfect mic for your touring needs. Affordable, super responsive, and durable beyond belief, the M 88 TG was crafted to handle even the roughest of live performances or bumpiest tour buses. But not only is it built for the road, the M 88 TG has a great sound; with an extended frequency response, including impressively accurate bass reproduction, high capacity for handling loud SPLs, and a -20 dB humbucking filter, the M 88 TG can give you the sound you need. - 53
Universal Audio UAD-2 Satellite Thunderbolt 3 OCTO Core Desktop DSP Accelerator
19 available from $945 - 54
Solid State Logic SSL2+ USB Audio Interface
33 available from $190 - 55
Radial ProRMP
48 available from $80Reamping has never been so easy as with the Radial ProRMP Reamp. Just play your pre-recorded tracks through whatever alternate amps or pedals your heart desires to get just the sound you want and record it back through the ProRMP and voila! You've got yourself a totally new track. With its totally passive design and custom-wound transformer that both balances and isolates, the ProRMP is the answer to all of your reamping prayers or your entry into the world of reamping. - 56
Behringer Ultragain Digital ADA8200 8-Channel Mic Preamp with AD/DA Converter
7 available from $219 - 57
Radial JDI Passive Direct Box
71 available from $159With a genuine Jensen transformer at its heart, the Radial JDI is a 14-gauge-steel-housed DI Box capable of screening out electrical hum and delivering high impedance signals to your low impedance gear with pristine fidelity. With a flat frequency response from 10Hz to 40kHz, the JDI delivers the pure, accurate sound of your instrument without artifacts. Unlike active DI boxes, a passive DI like the Radial JDI requires no power and even when driven hard sounds warm and musical, not distorted, making it a great sounding and nearly indestructible tool in your sonic arsenal. - 58
Focusrite Scarlett OctoPre
5 available from $250 - 59
TASCAM Porta 02 mkII Ministudio 4-Track Cassette Recorder
15 available from $199 - 60
Warm Audio WA-47jr Large Diaphragm Multipattern FET Condenser Microphone
99 available from $195 - 61
Shure BETA 57A Supercardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
78 available from $99.99The Shure BETA 57A is a dynamic microphone that excels at versatility due to its high output supercardioid design. Whether in the studio recording drums and amplifiers or at home recording vocals or various project needs, the BETA 57A provides warmth and reliability in all situations along with its shock mount system and legendary Shure build quality. - 62
dbx 560A 500 Series Compressor / Limiter Module
21 available from $229.99With the exploding world of the 500 Series comes the dbx 560A 500 Series compressor/limiter, a unit that is based after the 160A, a studio standard around the world. Whether you need a subtle smoothing of peaks or some hard-core squashing, the 560A delivers with two compression modes that will work for just about any application you can dream up, automatic program-dependent attack and release times, infinity compression radios that will fend off extreme peaking, and features like overeasy compression and negative ratio. - 63
Sennheiser MD 421-N Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
5 available from $412.92The Sennheiser MD 421 was released in 1960 to much acclaim, with a very tight cardioid polar pattern that borders on "supercardioid" at many frequencies and a clear, present sound that was far superior to most dynamic mics of the era.
The MD 421-N model features a 3-pin DIN connector and a switchable high-pass filter that goes from "M" for music (full bandwidth) to "S" for speech (low frequencies attenuated). - 64
Xvive U4 Wireless In-Ear Monitor System
13 available from $209.99 - 65
Sennheiser e604 Cardioid Dynamic Drum Microphone
35 available from $99.99Designed to take a beating, the Sennheiser e604 is a cardioid dynamic mic that was made just for the rim of your drum. Its low sensitivity makes it relatively impermeable to distortion, transmitting high SPLs without clipping, and the pattern of the e604 is prime for catching just the sound of the drum you're miking, rather than picking up bleed from the rest of the drums in your kit. Just clip it on to your tom or snare and this affordable little mic is ready to record. - 66
Tascam Portastudio 414 MKII 4-Track Cassette Recorder
16 available from $225 - 67
Shure BETA 91A Boundary Condenser Microphone
19 available from $220The Shure Beta 91A is a workhorse boundary condenser microphone especially tailored for use inside of a bass drum. Lay it flat on a pillow inside the kick and flip the contour switch for a finished sound that usually takes multiple microphones and a healthy dose of EQ. Shop Reverb for the best deals on new & used Shure Beta 91A condenser microphones -- your kick drum will thank you! - 68
ART Pro MPA II 2-Channel Tube Mic Preamp
28 available from $325The ART Pro MPA II is a dual-channel tube mic pre with a range of useful features for the home recordist or project studio on a budget. Continuously variable impedance and a whopping 70dB of gain on tap make the Pro MPA II a perfect pairing for all types of microphones, while an onboard mid-side matrix unlocks M/S stereo recording. Switch between normal and high plate voltages to change up the tone and suit whatever source you're recording, filter out any low end rumble with the sweepable high-pass filter, or plug your bass or keys straight into the direct input to give your instruments a life injection. This versatile, affordable preamp makes for an awesome upgrade to the built-in pres on your interface. - 69
Sennheiser e935 Handheld Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
72 available from $139The Sennheiser e935 is a cardioid dynamic microphone designed specifically for vocals, providing a healthy output and a clear sound. A tough metal housing. hum-compensating coil makes electrical interference a non-issue, and the shockmounted capsule reduces handling noise and sensitivity to bumps and impact making this an ideal live vocal mic. - 70
Rupert Neve Designs Portico 511 500-Series Mic Pre Module with Silk
34 available from $500The Rupert Neve Designs 511 mic pre module puts the Portico sound into your 500 Series rack. With 72dB of available gain and variable Texture/Silk control, the 511 interfaces beautifully with any microphone and lets you dial in exactly as much (or as little) extra harmonic love as you want. The variable high-pass filter provides an easy way to roll out unwanted bass right from the get-go, clearing out the mud and making room for everything else in the mix. At mix time, knock the gain down to unity and send line level signals into the 511 to take advantage of the mojo of the Silk circuit, dropping your tracks into a deep vintage well you won't want to pull them out of. - 71
Warm Audio WA-47 Large Diaphragm Multipattern Tube Condenser Microphone
59 available from $700 - 72
Behringer UMC1820 U-Phoria USB 2.0 Audio Interface
4 available from $279 - 73
Audix D6 Dynamic Kick Drum Microphone
54 available from $145The Audix D6 dynamic microphone is one-stop-shopping for the fat, tight modern kick drum sound. Compact and rugged, the D6 is easy to position and built to last while giving you that finished kick sound on the stage or in the studio. - 74
Behringer U-PHORIA UMC404HD 4x4 USB Audio Interface
14 available from $107 - 75
Universal Audio Apollo Twin X DUO Heritage Edition Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface
39 available from $749.99 - 76
RODE NT1-A Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
53 available from $96.99The RODE NT1-A is a large-diaphragm cardioid condenser mic that has become an affordable industry standard, serving up a huge dynamic range from 20Hz to 20kHz, a high SPL handling of 137dB, and warm, rich tone. A low self-noise level of a mere 5dBA makes it one of the quieter microphones on the market today, making it the perfect mic for virtually any recording situation, like vocals, guitar, and percussion. - 77
Yamaha HS8S Powered Subwoofer
39 available from $410Perfect for pairing up with the Yamaha HS8 monitors, the Yamaha HS8S is a powered subwoofer capable of producing frequencies as low as 22Hz. For such a classic-looking black box, the HS8S has an array of features and capabilities. Its 8" driver is more than capable of handling thundering lows, and the unit itself has an internal 150W amplifier, along with appointments like polarity inversion, filtering capabilities like high and low cut, and continuous level control. Upgrade your HS8 system with its powered subwoofer, the Yamaha HS8S. - 78
Tube-Tech CL 1B Mono Opto Compressor
7 available from $4,800 - 79
Solid State Logic SSL2 USB Audio Interface
24 available from $180 - 80
Avid Eleven Rack Guitar Multi-Effects Processor and Pro Tools Interface
20 available from $190Whether you want an American, British, or completely different amp sound, the Avid Eleven Rack has an amplifier emulation for any guitarist. Featuring high-quality DSPs and integration with Pro Tools software, it can also be used in a live setting as an amp head that can be connected to a cabinet or fed directly to the soundboard. You can also browse listings for the Digidesign-branded version (otherwise identical) from 2008 - 2009 by clicking here. - 81
sE Electronics V7 Handheld Supercardioid Dynamic Microphone
96 available from $87 - 82
Samson S-Patch Plus S Class 48-Point Balanced Patchbay
16 available from $89 - 83
Focusrite Scarlett Solo 2nd Gen USB Audio Interface
27 available from $69.99The Focusrite Scarlett series of audio interfaces is often the first stop for both studio professionals and home recordists alike for their promise of ultra low-latency and flexibility. The second generation of the Solo features a streamlined two-in and two-out design, perfect for those looking for a stripped-down audio interface solution for single-instrument recording or podcasting. A great, endlessly reliable choice for your audio interface needs without breaking the bank. - 84
Universal Audio Apollo Twin DUO Thunderbolt Audio Interface
28 available from $450Building on the power of the Apollo Twin Solo, the Apollo Twin Duo interface features the same real-time UAD processing at twice the power, Unison technology capable of emulating vintage and legendary preamps with high fidelity, and a compact yet powerful desktop construction with an improved 2x6 dual Thunderbolt design. Intuitive to use and equipped with a software package of timeless analog effects, the Apollo Twin Duo is the perfect choice for anyone from the beginner bedroom recorder to the seasoned audio vet. - 85
Solid State Logic SiX Superanalogue 6-Channel Desktop Mixer
24 available from $940The Solid State Logic SiX Desktop Mixer was designed for the utmost in fidelity and flexibility in the smallest possible footprint. The SiX features two input channels based around SSL's famed Superanalogue circuitry, with a transparent high-gain mic preamp, simplified single-knob channel compressor, 2-band EQ switchable from shelf to bell, an insert point, and full-throw 100mm fader. Additionally, this compact workhorse offers up two stereo channels for a total of six inputs, a fully-featured monitor section, and a dual-knob take on the classic G-Series stereo bus compressor. Get that platinum SSL sound in your project studio or mobile recording rig with the SiX. - 86
Radial J48 Active Direct Box
56 available from $182.60Featuring a response range from 40Hz to 20kHz, -15dB input pad and 80Hz high-pass filter to eliminate feedback resonance in acoustic instruments, the J48 is one of the most popular and powerful direct boxes on the market. Designed to compete with much more expensive D.I.s and priced at an attainable range, the J48 is a perfect go-to direct box for bedroom recorders. - 87
Aston Origin Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
59 available from $95The Aston Origin is a budget-minded cardioid condenser microphone with an impressive transparent timbre and stunning UK build quality. This large diaphragm workhorse makes use of an innovative headbasket with a "Wave-Form" structure surrounding integrated knit-mesh pop screen to deal with internal resonances and standing waves, as well as plosives when tracking a vocal to aid in its neutral pickup. When you're working the mic up close, take advantage of the switchable pad and bass rolloff switches to protect your preamp from overload and your sound from becoming too boomy. As flat as can be from low to high frequencies, the Origin offers amazing realism and just a hint of sparkle and character to make your tracks shine. - 88
Lexicon MX200 Dual Reverb Effects Processor
2 available from $124.99Built off of a dual-processor base, the Lexicon MX200 is a multi-effects rack-mounted unit that works just as well for studio situations as it does for live performances. With flexible routing options, like dual mono, cascade, parallel, or mono split, and 32 on-board effects, including over a dozen reverb effects and other delay and modulation options, the MX200 has the versatility you need in a USB-capable rack-mount multi-effects processor. - 89
Electro-Voice ZLX-15BT 15" 1000-Watt Powered Speaker with Bluetooth
51 available from $399 - 90
Alesis Midiverb II 16-Bit Digital Effects Processor
5 available from $139The MidiVerb II is a budget-friendly, rack-mountable professional reverb/multi-effects unit. It features instant recall via user input or MIDI command, a 16-bit processor, and a 16 kHz bandwidth. - 91
Sennheiser MD 441U Supercardioid Dynamic Microphone
11 available from $500The Sennheiser MD 441U keeps a legend a live. This long-time studio staple dynamic microphone features a wide, tailorable frequency response and crystal clear sound. Able to withstand immense SPL levels without overloading and distorting, the MD 441U is among the best microphones of any time or type for recording snare drum and blaring amplifiers. - 92
Shure Beta 87A Handheld Supercardioid Condenser Microphone
53 available from $165The Shure Beta 87A condenser microphone combines studio clarity with a rugged form factor. Offering an incredibly tight cardioid polar pattern for isolation from other sounds, the Beta 87A excels at multiple applications through its smooth frequency response with a presence rise in the upper midrange. - 93
PreSonus Eris E3.5 2-Way 3.5" Active Studio Monitor (Pair)
50 available from $75 - 94
Focusrite Clarett OctoPre 8-Channel Mic Preamp with ADAT I/O
2 available from $650The Focusrite Clarett OctoPre 8-channel mic pre is the perfect companion for your Clarett 8Pre or 8Pre X Thunderbolt interfaces, giving you the same mic pres with "AIR" transformer emulation and high-fidelity conversion. While certainly designed to partner with Clarett interfaces, the Clarett OctoPre is compatible with any piece of gear that has ADAT I/O, letting you expand on any digital interface or recorder with high quality sound. It all starts with the mic pres, clean as can be and with plenty of gain for even your lowest output microphones. Switch in the "AIR" effect to get some high frequency magic that shimmers atop everything that goes through it. Need to insert some outboard gear to shape your sound on the way in? No problem. Single-point TRS insert jacks for each input let you connect external gear with ease. - 95
Warm Audio EQP-WA Tube EQ
61 available from $550The Warm Audio EQP-WA is a cost-effective recreation of the vintage Pultec program EQ. This tube-driven beast does all the classic Pultec tricks -- unveiling the air in a lead vocal or acoustic guitar, thunderous low-end punch on a kick drum or bass guitar, and broad stroke beef across an entire stereo mix. - 96
MOTU M4 USB-C Audio Interface
21 available from $235 - 97
Universal Audio Apollo Twin DUO USB Audio Interface
21 available from $475 - 98
IK Multimedia iLoud Micro Wireless Bluetooth Studio Monitors (Pair)
58 available from $249.95 - 99
Yamaha NS-10M Studio Monitors
60 available from $120Few studio monitors have enjoyed the longevity and acclaim (as well as an army of vocal detractors...) of the Yamaha NS-10M, which isn't all that bad for a speaker that was originally designed and marketed for casual home listening. They've got anything but a flat response, but the idea is that when you get a mix perfect on a pair of NS-10M's, that mix will be perfect everywhere. When legendary engineer Bob Clearmountain started carting his set around NYC in the 1980s, colleagues took notice and the NS-10M became standard-issue kit for major recording studios all over the globe. - 100
Behringer X32 Rack 40-Input Rackmount Digital Mixer with iOS Control
11 available from $1,150The Behringer X32 Rack is a comprehensive digital mixer with a ton of I/O, powerful digital processing, Midas-designed mic preamps and remote control with your iPhone or iPad. This 3U-high mixer boasts everything you'd find in a large-format live sound console -- full routing and bussing, inserts, groups and more. A virtual FX rack gives you tons of processing, with high-end emulations of immensely popular studio units to shape your sound. Control the mix from anywhere in the venue with Behringer's iOS app so you don't have to guess how it sounds in the crowd.