Powering Capacitor Microphones

Many people own one and even more would like to, for the E16 is the 16-track tape machine to aspire to. Gareth Stuart finds out why.

Tascam 238S 8-Track

Dave Lockwood checks out the first ever Dolby S cassette multitracker in this exclusive review.

8-Track Digital Recorder

It's finally here, it's available and it works!

MIDI Controlled Audio Patchbay

Whether you're running a commercial studio or a bedroom recording suite'. a programmable MIDI Patchbay could revolutionise your working methods. Nigel Lord is on the patch.

Mackie LM 3204

16 stereo channel rackmount mixer

Aces B1816

A cost effective in-line mixing console aimed at the budget 16-track user.

Anatek SMP16 MIDI/Audio Patchbay

It may sound like something out of a Dr Who plot but this British electronic patchbay system attracted enormous interest from pro studio users at this year's APRS show. David Mellor got hold of a Matrix to find out just what all the fuss is about.

More and more mixer manufacturers are waking up to the benefits MIDI can offer in a mixdown situation by incorporating MIDI-controlled muting on their products. Engineer/musician David Mellor checks out what the PC can do.

Fostex Model 20

Who needs a 3-track mastering machine? Fostex think you do so read all about the Model 20.

TAC Bullet Console

Is TAC's versatile Bullet a new big gun in the compact console market? Dave Lockwood reports.

A no-nonsense, rack-mount multitracker with an attractive price tag.

This charming new mixer has a detachable bowl and three speed settings... what do you mean it's not that kind of mixer?

The Mixing Console (2)

Part 6: The mixing console. David Mellor continues his close examination of the recording studio's most complex and expensive piece of equipment.

MIDIMation VCA Automation System

Even if your music is fully MIDI-controlled, when it comes to mixing you're probably still relying on fingers and thumbs. But mix automation is coming within reach of the home recordist — MIDIMation offers 16 channels of VCA based level and mute automation for under £1,000. Simon Sanders investigates this new box of mix tricks.

Paul White again, with the first in a new series on ensuring your immaculate recording isn't ruined by a mediocre mix. This month: what not to do with mixing desks and outboard processors.

Ben Duncan goes on at length...

Soundcraft Spirit Folio

Aphex Tubessence

Microphone Tube Preamp

SMPTE Events Controller

The increasing popularity of SMPTE has meant a corresponding growth in sync units. We take a look at this one from Bokse.

P.A. System Leads & Stagebox ML16/4-SFBX-50