Review: iRig Pre 2
An overview and review of the IK Multimedia iRig Pre 2, the updated version of their iRig Pre preamplifier.
Review: dual “vlogger” microphone
The Deity V-Mic D4 Duo is, at time of writing, a unique proposition that combines two ultra-short mono shotgun mics into a "back to back" configuration seemingly designed for vloggers.…
Video Review: low cost mics
This is a look at and test of two compact cardioid microphones from Chinese brand MCOplus. One is designed for camcorders / phones. The obvious comparison is with the popular…
Revised mini mic for iphones
Rode has announced a new version of its popular “Videomic Me” mini shotgun microphone, specifically for iphones which no longer have an audio jack. Instead, the Videomic Me-L has a…
Review: Tascam DR-10CS audio recorder
This is a review of the Tascam DR-10C. It’s not a new product but having only recently purchased it, I’ve been so impressed that I thought a video and writeup…
Aputure unleash Chinese Deity on the world
Aputure, a Chinese firm that makes (mainly lighting-oriented) video and photography accessories has stepped up its ambitions with the launch of a shotgun microphone with high-end competitors in its sights. The “Deity”…
Video review: Aputure A.Lyra iPhone mic
With Apple’s latest iphone now having no headphone jack, anyone wishing to plug in a microphone now needs to look to the Lightning connector instead. Addressing this, Aputure have brought…
Video review: Rode HS-2 headset mic
A test and review of the new HS-2 headset microphone from Rode, an update to their HS-1 model which was released some years ago. The mic was supplied to us…