Podcasters, Musicians, Live Streamers – The Donner PC-02 Audio Workstation is a powerful tool for all content creators. At Geekazine, it’s replacing the audio interface I use in the studio. It’s really an all-in-one. Donner PC-02 Audio Workstation $599.97 4 Channel Mixer 9 button Sampler Grid Mac/PC compatible Built in effects About the Donner PC-02 Audio Workstation A 4-channel mixer with 10 built-in effects, and USB-C connectivity. The main inputs accept XLR or 1/4″ TRS plugs, for microphones or instruments. The unit can connect computers and mobile devices via 1/8″ stereo input, and ..read more

Donner is a company that manufactures a variety of musical instruments for all levels of musicians. While at NAMM, I talked with the group and got a hands-on look at some of the new tech coming out. Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Donner Electronic Drums Donner electronic drum sets are known for their affordability and quality. They offer a variety of features, including mesh heads for quieter practice, cymbal pads, and a drum module with many drum sounds to customize. Drum Sets start at $299 (DED-95). Seeker Series DST-700 Guitar DST-700 is based on the DST-400, but with Donner’s new ..read more

At NAMM 2023, I stopped by IK Multimedia and got to check out their iLoud Precision 6 monitor speakers. These monitors are designed for professional-grade sound quality in any type of studio. And the stories I got from Alex on songs mixed with these are very eye opening. Precision monitors range in different sizes and specs. We’ll focus on the Precision 6 for now. About the iLoud Precision 6 Monitors The iLoud Precision 6 monitors come in multiple options, to mix everything from mono to 7.1.1 surround. Speakers range in size, but all offer a frequency response of 37 Hz to 30 kHz, with a 30 ..read more

I had a great sit-down with Ryan from RØDE at NAB 2023. If you’re serious about podcasting, YouTube, or Livestreaming, then getting the right gear is important. And no three pieces of gear are more important than the RØDECasterDUO, the RØDE Streamer X, and the RØDE Wireless ME. The RØDECasterDUO The RØDECasterDUO is a smaller version of the RØDECasterII. Perfect for a smaller setup, and even if you are creating content on the go. It’s a powerful audio interface, mixer, and recorder with features to do anything from a simple recording to a All-in radio-style show. 4 inputs: which can even in ..read more

Jamstik showed off their new Studio MIDI Guitars in new colors. I got to check one out at NAMM 2023 and tool around with the software. I first found out about Jamstik in 2015 during their crowdfund. They created a travel practice guitar with MIDI interface. Since then, the company has been growing and building new ideas. Studio MIDI Guitar The Studio MIDI Guitar is a headless 24-fret guitar with MIDI built-in. It features 2 humbucker pickups, tap switch, 3-way switch, and 1/4″ output so you can plug into any standard amplifier. The guitar also has a built-in MIDI controller that connects up ..read more

Beyerdynamic, the world-renowned manufacturer of professional audio equipment, was at the 2023 NAMM Show in Anaheim, California showing off their line of microphones and new headphones. This included the new DT 900 PRO X studio headphones, and the MMX 106 studio microphone. M90 Pro X M70 Pro X M201 M160 Ribbon M88 MC950 MC930 RTA MM1 M130 DT900 Open Set DT700 Closed Set The DT 900 PRO X studio headphones are the successor to the popular DT 770 PRO headphones. They feature a new, more comfortable design with a circumaural (around-the-ear) fit and a closed-back construction that blocks out ..read more

From La French Tech, Piano LED Plus is a new product that is a LED lighting system designed for pianos. Best part, it’s more than a learning system as it provides an immersive and dynamic experience for all. One standout feature of Piano LED Plus is its advanced LED lighting system, which can be used to learn how to play a song. Simply call up a song, then hit “Learn”. Piano LED Plus will play the song, showing you which notes to use. When ready, MIDI talks to the LED system to know when you’ve played the notes. Play as slow or fast as you want. When you’re not playing, Piano LED Lights can ..read more

Adobe has a new tool out in BETA right now. Adobe Podcast is a platform for organizing, creating, and publishing podcasts. It allows users to create audio content wherever they are, and bring it into the editor to cut out the ums and ahs. It’s still in BETA right now, but already it’s a powerful tool for editors. Even I am thinking about bringing back some of the podcasts I used to do because the edit process is a thousand times easier. All at Podcast.Adobe.com How Adobe Podcast Works Previously called “Project Shasta”, this program is an online editor that allows you to record or bring in ..read more

Loupedeck is a customizable controller that gives you functionality at your fingertips. From creating hotkey buttons, giving you dial controls and jog wheels, and a lot more. While at NAB 2022, we look at the Loupedeck Live, and the Loupedeck Creative Tool (CT). Loupedeck CT Designed in Findland, this is a 20-static button, 12 LCD button device with 6 dials and a main jog wheel. You can use it for editing in whatever program you are using – complete with preset layouts for quick starts. The CT interface can switch between software seamlessly. If you are in an editing program with tabs, the ..read more

Bone conduction headsets are a great way to get your music or phone calls while keeping your ears open for external sounds. I use my Opencomm headset everyday when I run, then when I’m on daily Zoom calls. The newest headset is OpenRun Pro, which we saw at CES 2022. About OpenRun Pro A one-piece bone conduction headset with mic that fits around your ears, the Openrun Pro is 20% smaller than previous models. TurboPitch Sound This headset features the 9th generation bone conduction technology, and introduces TurboPitch – adding two bass enhancers around the tranducers. Along with their Premiu ..read more