Sennheiser MD421, MKH406, MD409 and MD918 Mics

Sennheiser have always had a good name in professional circles but their mics aren't as expensive as you might think.

Strongroom Studio

Hidden in the centre of London is a recording studio with MIDI very much in its heart. Dan Goldstein talks to its directors about technology, producers and prejudice.

A Comedy of Errors

Just when you though it was safe to read the back pages, Ben Duncan conjures up an additional episode which this time really does finish off this enthralling saga.

Dynacord Percuter S

Digital drums the Dynacord way. Or as Nigel Lord would put it, a better-than-average electronic drum kit at a higher-than-average price. Is the Percuter worth the extra?

Yet another sleek, black, 16-bit multi effects unit? Or does the new Roland RSP550 have something more to offer? Kendall Wrightson has the answer.

If you rely on the electric guitar in your recording but daren't annoy the neighbours, then this is what you've been dreaming about.

Garwood System 3

Wilmslow Audio SPL1 Near-Field Monitor Kit

DIY-type nightmare, mates. Will it fall apart the first time you put a vase full of daffs on it? No way — this item is positively kit-tabulous!

Brother to the MT44D multitrack recorder, this little mixer has stood the test of time.

start of a three month OTT investigation into recording desks. This issue - eight mixers up to £600

Noise Reduction Systems

An explanation of the most common noise reduction systems in audio use, including Dolby A, B, C, and dbx.

More recording legends: Norman Petty tapes Buddy Holly.

For Recording Engineering

Educated sound engineer David Mellor assesses the value of training for a career in recording.

Joan alone with Joan, Wilf Green plays fly on the wall

RUSH Guitarist locked in room with Max Kay — Shock Horror!

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Jon Hassell has been at the leading edge of new music for three decades, with major contributions to western avant garde and world music. Following the re-release of two classic albums from the early '80s, Mark J. Prendergast presents a retrospective of Hassell's work.

8 -Track Digital Recorder

Paul White finds his Holy Grail in a 3U rackmount package — Alesis' revolutionary ADAT, the first digital multitrack tape recorder to compete in the same price bracket as affordable analogue multitracks.

Bamboozled by technical specs? David Mellor explains how to 'interpret' audio equipment specifications and also gives the lowdown on that little understood concept, Barkhausen noise.

more tips towards better stage monitoring

This month, we've devoted all of our news pages to two special show reports; from Chicago's NAMM fest, and London's APRS — the products which'll be making next year's news...

A look at several of the more significant new products to be launched at this year's British Music Fair at Olympia.

8-Track Digital Recorder

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

Including a special Yamaha news update.