FX tutorial

More top effects tips from Mr D

David Hughes lends an ear to three well-priced CDs full of synthesizer and drum machine samples.

Hughes & Kettner Classic Art

Small price - big sound PA

Mackie Designs 1202 Mixer

This compact, inexpensive mixer boasts an impressive audio specification and offers a host of applications.

What in the name of Prince is Reverb and how can it help your music?

and what can it do for you, your sound, and your music?

The editor strikes back with a creation all his own.

A step by step guide to constructing, testing and fault finding your own curry.

Aces B1816

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

Studiomaster P7 In-Line Mixer

3G Flite 8

A console for concerts

Mixing Console (1)

Part 5: The mixing console is the largest, most complicated, and probably the most expensive item in the recording studio. In this first installment, David Mellor begins his journey through its component parts.

For even less than the price of a semi in Rotherham, you too can experience high quality digital reverb in the privacy of your own home.

Fostex 380S Dolby S Multitracker

Alesis Midiverb 4

The reverb that never dies

Choosing Mixers For Live Sound

All mixers are fundamentally the same, aren't they? Dave Lockwood explains the differences between mixers designed for studio and stage.

Dave Cottam takes the plunge with The Waterboys at Hammersmith Palais.

A straightforward guide to producing Dance Mixes using budget equipment.

Mixing Desk

E&MM talks to EMI's new young electronic duo

The latest Steve Hackett album 'Till We Have Faces' is rock music's first flirtation with Ambisonic 'surround' sound. Steve explains how it has affected his whole approach to the recording of his music.

Depeche Mode: Songs Of Faith And Devotion

The boys in black talk technical in this UK exclusive interview.

Paul Ward

Paul is a key figure in the Surreal to Real independent record company and has achieved success with his instrumental compositions. RM visits his home studio.